31 results for Business Development Manager in Wigan, Wigan

Group Accountant

Bury, Greater Manchester
remote
Temporary
275 - 275 GBP / Daily
Robert Half is seeking an experienced Group Accountant to join a leading organisation within the manufacturing and sector on an interim basis.This is a hands on role, reporting directly to the Finance Director, where you will take ownership of group management accounts, lead month end processes, and provide guidance to a junior finance team.Rochdale / Oldham. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and consolidate monthly management accounts to tight deadlines.</li><li>Deliver accurate reporting and financial analysis to support decision-making.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and support junior finance team members to ensure high performance and development.</li><li>Work closely with the Finance Director to streamline reporting processes and enhance financial controls.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.</li><li>Assist with ad hoc projects, reconciliations, and financial reviews as required.</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Strong technical accounting skills with experience in group consolidations and management reporting.</li><li>Proven track record of leading and developing junior team members.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across multiple stakeholders.</li><li>Availability to start at short notice and commit to a 3 month contract.</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hsb2Uua2VsbHkuNjg2NzYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2025-09-01T10:27:46Z

Management Accountant

Leeds, West Yorkshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is recruiting for a Management Accountant to join a forward-thinking business based in Leeds. This role is essential in ensuring accurate financial reporting, providing valuable insights for business decisions, and supporting financial operations across the company. As a Management Accountant, you will play a key role in managing and improving financial processes, supporting business performance, and contributing to the company's growth.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and manage accurate monthly management accounts, financial reports, and performance analysis</li><li>Conduct detailed variance analysis and provide commentary on financial performance</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting processes, offering insights to drive business decisions</li><li>Manage balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely and accurate reporting</li><li>Assist with statutory accounts preparation and tax reporting</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams to improve financial processes and drive continuous improvement</li><li>Provide financial guidance and support to non-finance stakeholders, helping them make data-driven decisions</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) qualified</li><li>Experience of working within a fast-paced industry</li><li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>Strong communication skills</li></ul>Package: £50,000- £55,000k DOE, plus additional benefits and hybrid working, and career progression. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cmViZWNjYS5tY2xhcnR5LjkyMzQ5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2025-07-15T17:26:07Z

Group Financial Controller

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
85000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
Group Financial Controller | Manchester | Paying upto £90k Based in Manchester, this established and growing business is looking for an experienced Group Financial Controller to oversee financial operations across multiple entities. This senior role will be key in ensuring robust financial management, reporting, and compliance within a fast-paced environment. This opportunity presents an achievable route to CFO in the next three to five years. <h3>The Role:</h3>Working closely with the CFO, you will be responsible for financial reporting, statutory compliance, cashflow management, and tax oversight. You will lead a multi-disciplinary finance team and play a crucial role in driving financial efficiency and accuracy across the organisation.<h3>Key Responsibilities:</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Lead the production of accurate and timely monthly management accounts.</li><li>Oversee group financial reporting and statutory accounts.</li><li>Ensure tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions, including corporation tax, VAT, and payroll taxes.</li><li>Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations.</li><li>Support cashflow forecasting and oversee credit line reconciliations.</li><li>Manage annual audits, working closely with auditors to ensure compliance.</li><li>Provide financial analysis and insight to support strategic decision-making.</li><li>Implement and improve financial controls and processes.</li></ul><h3>The ideal candidate will have the following:</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>ACA or ACCA qualified with significant post-qualification experience.</li><li>Proven experience in a senior financial role, ideally within an international or multi-entity organisation.</li><li>Strong understanding of financial reporting, tax compliance, and regulatory frameworks.</li><li>Experience in foreign currency transactions and group consolidations.</li><li>Excellent leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills.</li></ul><h3>Why Apply?</h3>This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take on a senior leadership role within a successful and evolving business. The role offers a collaborative working environment, career growth potential, and the chance to influence key financial decisions.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi43OTQxNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2025-09-04T09:45:38Z

Applications Architect

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
100000 - 120000 GBP / Yearly
The CompanyDue to multiple acquisitions, my client com has a complex and fragmented technological landscape with overlapping functions. The role of Legal Applications Architect is critical to their next phase of growth and consolidation. The successful candidate will be joining an innovative and forward-thinking company that is committed to unifying its technology and aligning it with its overarching business goals. The RoleIn this high-impact role, you will act as a strategic leader, leveraging your technical expertise to address our complex technology environment. Your primary objective will be to analyze the current application portfolio, define a clear plan for system integration and consolidation, and then steer our engineering teams through the implementation process. You will be responsible for creating an optimised and scalable target architecture, ensuring all designs are secure, compliant, and aligned with our future-state vision of a SaaS and Azure Cloud environment. You will collaborate closely with the IT Infrastructure & Operations Director and the Head of Security to ensure roadmaps are in perfect alignment. Your ProfileThe ideal candidate will have significant experience as a software or solution architect, specifically managing large-scale system portfolios. You should have a proven track record in application rationalisation or IT modernisation projects within a complex organisation. A deep understanding of application portfolio management and consolidation strategies is essential, as is strong experience with Azure.Prior experience in the legal industry or with legal-specific applications is highly advantageous. Thry are also looking for a candidate with experience in applications such as Sharedo, HubSpot, SnapLogic, or Legora. Relevant industry certifications, such as TOGAF or Certified Cloud Architect credentials, would be a strong asset. Salary & BenefitsThe role is a permanent position with a salary of up to £120,000 per annum, depending on experience. This is in addition to a bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmVybWFpbmUuTHluY2guMTk5NzguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2025-08-11T09:35:09Z

Interim Group Reporting Accountant

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Temporary
500 - 700 GBP / Daily
We are partnering a leading global tech business in the appointment of an Interim Group Reporting Accountant. The business is a global tech entertainment company and operates in a fast-paced, high-growth environment following a recent major financial transaction. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in the corporate reporting function during a high-impact phase.<h3 data-start="756" data-end="779">Role Overview</h3>The business is seeking an experienced, hands-on Group Reporting Accountant to support the preparation of carve-out consolidated financial statements and related note disclosures in connection with a recent transaction. You'll work closely with the CFO and external auditors to deliver high-quality IFRS-compliant financial reporting.This role requires someone who can hit the ground running, roll up their sleeves, and take ownership of complex consolidations, identify eliminations and adjustments and technical accounting matters. Strong Excel skills and prior experience working in a multinational corporate reporting team are essential.<h3 data-start="1441" data-end="1469">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-end="2193" data-start="1470"><li data-start="1470" data-end="1559">Prepare carve-out financial statements including P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow.</li><li data-start="1560" data-end="1630">Develop and manage note disclosures in accordance with IFRS.</li><li data-start="1631" data-end="1718">Lead the consolidation of multiple legal entities operating on different systems.</li><li data-start="1719" data-end="1813">Perform eliminations, intercompany adjustments, and ensure accuracy of consolidated results.</li><li data-end="1913" data-start="1814">Interact with auditors, legal teams, and internal stakeholders to deliver audit-ready financials.</li><li data-start="1914" data-end="1967">Compile technical accounting support documentation.</li><li data-start="1968" data-end="2053">Utilise Excel for complex calculations, reconciliations, and manual consolidations.</li><li data-end="2130" data-start="2054">Work with Oracle and other internal systems to extract and reconcile data.</li><li data-start="2131" data-end="2193">Operate under tight deadlines with a "get it done" attitude.</li></ul><h3 data-start="2200" data-end="2224">Key Requirements</h3><ul data-end="2856" data-start="2225"><li data-start="2225" data-end="2279">Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent).</li><li data-start="2280" data-end="2366">Experience in a Big 4 firm and/or a public company corporate reporting team.</li><li data-start="2367" data-end="2434">Strong knowledge of IFRS and technical accounting principles.</li><li data-start="2435" data-end="2531">Hands-on experience preparing consolidated accounts and working with multinational groups.</li><li data-end="2617" data-start="2532">Advanced proficiency in Excel; comfortable building complex models and reports.</li><li data-start="2618" data-end="2670">Experience with Oracle or similar ERP systems.</li><li data-start="2671" data-end="2777">Strong interpersonal skills; able to collaborate with lawyers, auditors, and executive stakeholders.</li><li data-end="2856" data-start="2778">High attention to detail, accountability, and ability to work independently.</li></ul><h3 data-end="2891" data-start="2863">Preferred Attributes</h3><ul data-end="3106" data-start="2892"><li data-end="2969" data-start="2892">Previous experience with carve-out financials or M&A-related reporting.</li><li data-end="3035" data-start="2970">Exposure to fast-scaling environments.</li><li data-start="3036" data-end="3106">Comfortable managing competing deadlines.</li></ul><h3 data-end="3137" data-start="3113">Contract Details</h3><ul data-start="3138" data-end="3243"><li data-start="3138" data-end="3166">Immediate start </li><li data-start="3167" data-end="3196">Competitive daily rate.</li><li data-end="3243" data-start="3197">Remote working considered </li></ul> Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjY4NDEyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2025-07-07T16:02:12Z

Group Financial Accountant

Wilmslow, Cheshire
remote
Permanent
55000 - 64000 GBP / Yearly
The company is one of the UK's largest private housing developers covering the North West and Central England. The Group builds premium homes and is continuing to grow. It's due to this growth, that a Group Financial Accountant is sought to join the team located in South Manchester/Cheshire. The role is an integral part of the finance team and is centred around delivering the Group's internal and external financial reporting obligations in an accurate and timely manner. The key responsibilities will include the preparation of monthly consolidated accounts and cashflow forecasting alongside involvement in cyclical budgeting, forecasting, audit, tax and statutory compliance as well as other group matters.The role will report directly to the Group Financial Controller, whilst also working closely with the Finance Director. <ul><li>Prepare accounts for head office companies </li><li>Produce monthly consolidated accounts and financial statements.</li><li>Prepare spend analyses and cashflow projections </li><li>Carry out variance analysis against budget and forecast.</li><li>Manage the group's shared equity loan book.</li><li>Produce weekly consolidated cashflow reports for the executive.</li><li>Ensure balance sheet reconciliations are up to date and consistent across the group.</li><li>Collaborate with regional finance teams and the wider business.</li><li>Prepare budgets and forecasts for head office companies and group.</li><li>Prepare subsidiary and consolidated statutory accounts and support with the audit.</li><li>Preparation of tax packs and liaising with external tax consultants.</li><li>Continuously contribute to the enhancement of systems, controls and processes.</li><li>Deputise for the group financial controller as needed</li></ul>YOU: <ul><li>Qualified accountant: CIMA, ACCA, ACA- first time mover from practice considered</li><li>Must have group consolidation experience</li><li>Technically competent with excellent attention to detail</li><li>An interest in systems and process improvement</li><li>Team player, able to communicate with senior stakeholders </li><li>Strong Excel skills </li></ul>This role offers flexible working hours, a competitive package with encouragement to progress and develop. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjIzNTE3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2025-08-28T13:44:13Z