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Part-Time Charity Finance Manager

Leeds, West Yorkshire
remote
Permanent
40000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
Part-Time Charity Finance Manager Location: Just outside Ilkley Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 FTE Working Pattern: 3 days per week Hybrid working: Available following initial settling-in periodRobert Half is delighted to be supporting a well-regarded charity in the search for a Part-Time Finance Manager to join their team based just outside of Ilkley.Reporting to the Operations Director, this is a broad and rewarding role with responsibility for overseeing all finance activities across the charity. You will play a key role in ensuring the organisation remains financially strong, compliant with relevant legislation, and well-positioned to support its ongoing mission.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional who enjoys working in a hands-on role, partnering with senior stakeholders, and making a meaningful impact within a values-driven organisation.Key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Managing the day-to-day finance function for the charity</li><li>Preparing timely and accurate financial reports for senior leadership</li><li>Budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management</li><li>Producing management accounts and financial analysis</li><li>Ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations and charity legislation</li><li>Supporting audit processes and year-end reporting</li><li>Overseeing financial controls and identifying areas for process improvement</li><li>Providing financial insight to support strategic and operational decision-making</li></ul>About you:<ul><li>Ideally fully qualified, although strong QBE candidates will also be considered</li><li>Previous experience in a broad finance role, ideally with ownership of the full finance function</li><li>Strong technical finance skills and a sound understanding of financial controls and compliance</li><li>Able to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders</li><li>Organised, proactive and comfortable working independently</li></ul>In return, the organisation can offer a flexible 3-day-per-week position, the opportunity to work for a highly worthwhile cause, and hybrid working once you are established in the role.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/bHVrZS5jcm93dGhlci4yMzIyMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-14T09:24:09Z

Internal Audit Manager- IT

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
76000 - 86000 GBP / Yearly
Internal Audit Manager - IT | Major Infrastructure & Energy | Manchester (Hybrid Working) | £76,000-£86,000 + Bonus + Benefits | Permanent Role Robert Half are partnering with a leading UK infrastructure and energy organisation with a diverse and evolving operational landscape. As the business continues to evolve, its Internal Audit function is growing, creating an excellent opportunity for an experienced Internal Audit Manager - IT to join a high-impact team and help strengthen technology governance, risk management and internal controls. This is a hands-on management role where you'll lead multiple audit engagements across IT governance, cyber security, digital transformation and technology risk. You'll oversee audit quality, manage and develop audit professionals, and work closely with senior stakeholders to provide clear, evidence-based insight that supports decision-making and strengthens the control environment. 📊 About the Position As Internal Audit Manager - IT, you'll take ownership of technology-focused audit engagements from planning through to reporting and action tracking, ensuring work is delivered to a consistently high standard. You'll oversee multiple audits, review findings and recommendations, and act as a key point of contact for senior stakeholders. Alongside managing and developing the Senior Internal Auditor, you'll work with co-sourced providers and contribute to the ongoing development of the risk-based Internal Audit Plan. This is an opportunity for an established IT Audit professional who combines strong technical expertise with people management, quality assurance and the confidence to challenge senior stakeholders. Day-to-day, you'll: <ul><li>Lead multiple IT audit engagements, from risk assessment and planning through to fieldwork, reporting and action tracking.</li><li>Oversee audits covering IT governance, cyber security, cloud services, IT operations, data management and digital transformation.</li><li>Review audit scopes, testing strategies, evidence, findings and reports, ensuring recommendations are practical and evidence-based.</li><li>Manage, coach and develop audit professionals, including workload allocation, performance management and development planning.</li><li>Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and communicate audit findings clearly to management.</li><li>Monitor emerging technology risks, cyber threats and regulatory developments to inform audit planning.</li><li>Contribute to the risk-based Internal Audit Plan and collaborate with co-sourced providers and other assurance teams.</li></ul> 📋 What We're Looking For <ul><li>At least 7 years of relevant experience leading IT internal audit engagements.</li><li>Significant IT Internal Audit experience gained within a large, complex or regulated organisation, or a Big Four professional services environment.</li><li>Experience across both IT Audit and broader Internal Audit.</li><li>Proven experience managing multiple audits simultaneously, from planning through to reporting and action follow-up.</li><li>Essential line management experience, including coaching, developing and overseeing audit professionals.</li><li>Experience reviewing and signing off audit work, challenging findings and maintaining high-quality reporting standards.</li><li>Strong knowledge of IT General Controls, cyber security, technology risk and governance frameworks.</li><li>Familiarity with NIST, ISO 27001 or equivalent technology risk frameworks.</li><li>A relevant professional qualification, such as CISA, CIA, ACA, ACCA, CPA or CA.</li></ul> 🤝 Here's What's Waiting for You <ul><li>£76,000-£86,000 base salary, depending on experience.</li><li>Up to 10% annual bonus.</li><li>Hybrid working- 2-3 days per week in the office.</li><li>28 days' annual leave, increasing to 30 days after five years, plus bank holidays.</li><li>Option to purchase additional annual leave.</li><li>Pension scheme with up to 7.5% employee contribution and 15% employer contribution.</li><li>Private healthcare and additional health, financial wellbeing and lifestyle benefits.</li></ul> 💼 Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move This is an opportunity to step into a management role where you can shape audit delivery, influence senior stakeholders and play a meaningful part in strengthening technology risk and governance. You'll combine hands-on audit leadership with people management and quality assurance, overseeing multiple engagements while helping develop the wider Internal Audit function. For an established IT Audit Manager looking to take ownership of a broader audit programme, work across complex technology risks and develop their leadership experience, this is an excellent next step. 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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuODcyODAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-15T16:19:43Z

Finance Manager

Leeds, West Yorkshire
remote
Permanent
40000 - 40000 GBP / Yearly
Finance Team Manager Leeds, £40,000 plus BenefitsRobert Half Finance & Accounting are delighted to be partnering with a leading organisation in Leeds to recruit a Finance Team Manager.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional with strong leadership skills and a background in finance operations, reconciliations, and payments. Leading a team responsible for bank reconciliations and money transfers, you will play a key role in ensuring financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and continuous process improvement.<h2>The Role</h2>As Finance Team Manager, you will oversee the day to day activities of the Bank Reconciliation and Money Transfer team, providing leadership, support, and direction to ensure high levels of performance and service delivery.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Lead, coach, and develop a finance operations team</li><li>Oversee bank reconciliation and money transfer activities</li><li>Ensure transactions are processed accurately and efficiently</li><li>Manage team performance, workloads, and service standards</li><li>Resolve complex financial and operational issues</li><li>Maintain robust financial controls and regulatory compliance</li><li>Liaise with banking providers and internal stakeholders</li><li>Support audits, system testing, and finance-related projects</li><li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives and process efficiencies</li><li>Provide support and cover for senior management when required</li></ul><h2>About You</h2>You will bring:<ul><li>Experience within finance operations, transnational finance, or a regulated financial environment</li><li>Previous supervisory or people management experience</li><li>Strong knowledge of bank reconciliations, payments, and financial controls</li><li>A track record of improving processes and driving efficiencies</li><li>Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills</li><li>The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines</li><li>Strong stakeholder management skills and a collaborative approach</li><li>Experience using finance systems and Microsoft Office applications</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul><li>£40,000 basic salary and benefits package</li><li>Hybrid working arrangements</li><li>Opportunity to lead a high performing team</li><li>Exposure to a variety of projects and process improvement initiatives</li><li>Career development opportunities within a growing organisation</li></ul>This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated finance professional looking to combine people leadership with operational excellence in a business that values continuous improvement and employee development. 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/cmViZWNjYS5tY2xhcnR5LjM3NTUzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-15T15:53:34Z

Senior Finance Manager

Colne, Lancashire
remote
Permanent
60000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
Senior Finance ManagerLocation: East Lancashire (Hybrid - 3 days office based)The OpportunityRobert Half is partnering with a high-growth, private equity-backed business to recruit a Senior Finance Manager based in East Lancashire. This is an exciting opportunity to join a commercially driven organisation that is investing heavily in its finance function as part of its next phase of growth. Working closely with the Group Finance Director and CFO, you will take ownership of the finance function for a significant trading division, playing a key role in strengthening financial reporting, improving controls and supporting operational decision-making.This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to step into a broad leadership role with genuine progression towards Financial Controller.The RoleReporting directly to the Group Finance Director, you will have responsibility for the day-to-day finance function, ensuring robust financial reporting while partnering with operational stakeholders across the business.Working in a fast-paced, sales-led environment, you'll be responsible for delivering accurate financial information, driving process improvements and supporting the wider leadership team with commercial insight.You'll also work collaboratively with colleagues across multiple UK locations as part of a well-supported Group Finance function.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Own the end-to-end monthly management accounts process.</li><li>Prepare monthly management accounts, management information and detailed financial commentary.</li><li>Produce flash reporting and month-end reporting packs.</li><li>Complete journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Review and authorise supplier payments.</li><li>Oversee payroll processes.</li><li>Manage and support the local finance team while overseeing day-to-day financial operations.</li><li>Act as the primary finance contact for operational stakeholders.</li><li>Deliver meaningful financial analysis to support commercial decision-making.</li><li>Support annual budgeting and periodic forecasting.</li><li>Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation.</li><li>Develop and enhance financial reporting to meet evolving stakeholder requirements.</li><li>Identify and implement improvements to financial controls, reporting and processes.</li><li>Build strong relationships with finance teams across multiple UK locations.</li></ul>About YouWe're looking for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.You'll be confident communicating with senior stakeholders, capable of influencing strong personalities and comfortable balancing operational support with robust financial control.You'll ideally have:<ul><li>QBE or Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA</li><li>Strong experience producing end-to-end management accounts.</li><li>Excellent month-end reporting experience.</li><li>Experience preparing journals and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Budgeting and forecasting experience.</li><li>Strong Excel skills</li><li>Experience using Sage Intacct or a comparable ERP system.</li><li>Previous team leadership or supervisory experience.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>A proactive, positive and hands-on approach.</li></ul>What's on Offer<ul><li>Hybrid working (3 days per week on site).</li><li>25 days annual leave plus Christmas shutdown.</li><li>Free onsite parking.</li><li>Exposure to an experienced executive leadership team.</li><li>Genuine opportunity to influence finance transformation.</li><li>Clear progression towards Financial Controller.</li><li>Supportive and collaborative Group Finance environment.</li></ul>This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to join a growing organisation where they can make a genuine impact while developing their career within a business undergoing significant investment and transformation. 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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjgxNjIyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-30T10:31:07Z

Finance Manager

Leeds, West Yorkshire
remote
Temporary
65000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
Interim Finance Manager Predominantly Remote | Full-Time | Approx. 6-Month ContractRobert Half is recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Interim Finance Manager to join a small but highly capable finance team on an initial 6-month contract.This is a key role with responsibility for monthly financial reporting and the day-to-day management of finance activity for the business unit. The successful candidate will work closely with the Finance Director and collaborate across Operations, Support, Sales, and wider group finance teams in a fast-paced, growing environment. <h3 id="key-responsibilities">Key responsibilities:</h3><ul><li>Support the Finance Director with financial reporting</li><li>Own monthly financial reporting</li><li>Manage VAT and other tax compliance for UK and Irish entities</li><li>Act as main contact for the external audit</li><li>Coordinate information for annual R&D claims</li><li>Oversee and sign off monthly payroll</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements</li></ul><h3 id="about-you">About you:</h3><ul><li>Qualified accountant or qualified by experience</li><li>Strong financial reporting and technical accounting awareness</li><li>Able to work both hands-on and strategically</li><li>Proactive and collaborative in approach</li><li>Strong IT skills, including process automation</li><li>Experience in a PE Backed business a huge advantage </li><li>Experience in a tech business would be ideal</li></ul>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking for an interim assignment with predominantly remote working. 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/c3RlcGhhbmllLmRhd3Nvbi4wNDYwNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-24T16:05:08Z

Treasury Manager

Leeds, West Yorkshire
remote
Temporary
400 - 500 GBP / Daily
Treasury Manager Length: 6 months Start: ASAP Commitment: Likely 2 days per weekWe are seeking an experienced Interim Treasury professional to provide short-term specialist support to a Group Finance Director and help safeguard the Group's liquidity and financial risk position.This is a hands-on interim assignment focused on leading cash, funding and foreign exchange activities, while ensuring robust treasury controls and compliance with Group Treasury Policy.<h3 id="key-responsibilities">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Lead and manage the FX hedging strategy for USD exposure, including an annual requirement of approximately USD 140m.</li><li>Ensure effective mitigation of foreign exchange risk and support the availability of funds required by the business.</li><li>Monitor and manage treasury exposures including: <ul><li>interest rate risk</li><li>foreign exchange risk</li><li>liquidity risk</li></ul></li><li>Use hedging strategies where appropriate in line with policy.</li><li>Oversee the Group's daily cash position and ensure sufficient liquidity is available to meet operational and financial commitments.</li><li>Provide clear, reliable and effective treasury insight to the Group Finance Director.</li><li>Ensure all Group Treasury activities are managed in accordance with the Group Treasury Policy.</li><li>Maintain strong treasury controls and support sound decision-making across treasury operations.</li></ul><h3 id="about-you">About You</h3><ul><li>3-5 years' experience in a treasury management or treasury lead role.</li><li>Strong specialist treasury experience, ideally supported by ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification</li><li>Proven experience operating at a managerial level with accountability for decisions, controls and outcomes.</li><li>Hands-on experience managing material USD foreign exchange exposure.</li><li>Direct experience managing annual cash flows or currency requirements of a comparable scale, ideally at least USD 75m-100m, with the capability to manage a USD 140m annual requirement confidently.</li><li>Comfortable working independently in an interim capacity and adding value quickly.</li></ul><h3 id="additional-information">Additional Information</h3>This role can be predominantly remote but you may be required to spend some time in the clients North Leeds based office. If you are available at short notice and bring strong treasury and FX hedging expertise, we would be keen to hear from you.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/c3RlcGhhbmllLmRhd3Nvbi4wNzg0Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-17T09:30:58Z

Group Management Accountant

Leeds, West Yorkshire
remote
Permanent
60000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for a Group Head of Management Accounts to join a high-growth, international business based in Leeds City Centre.This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading, technology-enabled organisation operating on a global scale. With operations spanning multiple continents and a strong track record of growth, the business has built a reputation for innovation, agility and delivering complex solutions for an international customer base.The Head of Management Accounts will play a pivotal role within Group Finance, leading consolidated management reporting, budgeting and forecasting processes while supporting the continued development of financial systems, controls and management information. The RoleKey responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Ownership of the monthly reporting timetable and delivery of the monthly group reporting pack.</li><li>Leading month-end and year-end management reporting activities across a multi-entity international group.</li><li>Supporting and developing members of the Group Finance team.</li><li>Working closely with senior finance leadership to enhance group reporting, management information and financial insight.</li><li>Ownership of the group budget and forecasting reporting process.</li><li>Acting as the Finance lead and superuser for key finance systems, driving continuous improvements and process efficiencies.</li><li>Delivering ad hoc financial analysis, commercial insight and strategic project support.</li><li>Building strong relationships with stakeholders across finance and the wider business.</li></ul> The Ideal Candidate<ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified.</li><li>Strong technical accounting and financial reporting knowledge.</li><li>Experience operating within a multi-entity and ideally international business environment.</li><li>Proven management accounting and group reporting experience.</li><li>Strong systems capability, including advanced Excel skills and financial modelling.</li><li>Experience of finance systems implementation, optimisation or ownership.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li></ul>Salary & Benefits<ul><li>£60,000 - £65,000 salary</li><li>£5,000 car allowance</li><li>Annual bonus</li><li>Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days from home)</li><li>Opportunity to join a growing international organisation with significant future progression opportunities</li><li>Exposure to senior leadership and strategic projects</li><li>Collaborative and high-performing finance team</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjA2MjY0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-28T16:40:29Z

Finance Director

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
90000 - 110000 GBP / Yearly
Finance Director | Manchester | £90k-£110k + BonusRobert Half are exclusively partnering with a growing, privately owned Manchester-based business to appoint a commercially minded Finance Director.This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious finance leader to take ownership of an established finance function and play a key role in shaping how finance supports the wider business.The successful candidate will have a genuine opportunity to modernise and transform the finance function, driving improvements across processes, systems, reporting and management information, while helping create a more efficient and commercially focused finance operation.Working closely with the Managing Director and wider Senior Leadership Team, you will also act as a key commercial sounding board, providing insight, challenge and financial direction to support profitability and future growth.The role<ul><li>Lead and develop the finance function.</li><li>Own budgeting, forecasting, reporting and financial planning.</li><li>Provide commercially focused insight to the SLT.</li><li>Identify and deliver opportunities to automate and improve finance processes.</li><li>Modernise management information and reporting.</li><li>Strengthen financial controls and governance.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, margins and profitability.</li><li>Review and develop the finance team and wider finance structure.</li><li>Support the continued development of financial systems and technology.</li><li>Take a hands-on approach to the role, getting into the detail when required and leading from the front.</li></ul>The personWe are looking for a forward-thinking, commercially minded Finance Director who enjoys improving businesses and making a tangible difference.You will ideally have:<ul><li>Senior finance leadership experience within an SME or mid-market environment.</li><li>Strong commercial and strategic acumen.</li><li>A proven track record of process improvement and/or finance transformation.</li><li>Experience improving automation, systems or reporting.</li><li>Strong budgeting, forecasting and management information experience.</li><li>The confidence to challenge and influence senior stakeholders.</li><li>A hands-on approach with a genuine willingness to roll your sleeves up and get involved.</li><li>Ideally, you will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified, although QBE candidates with the right experience will be considered.</li></ul>Experience within manufacturing, distribution, engineering, construction or another project-led environment would be advantageous but is not essential.What's on offer?<ul><li>£90,000-£110,000 salary</li><li>Discretionary Bonus</li><li>Enhanced benefits package</li><li>Hybrid working, 3 days in the office</li><li>Genuine opportunity to shape and transform the finance function</li><li>Direct exposure to the SLT</li><li>A commercially influential position with significant autonomy</li><li>Opportunity to make a visible impact on the future direction of the business</li></ul>This is an excellent opportunity for a Finance Director who wants to be more than the head of finance and play a genuine role in shaping the future of a successful business.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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi40NjM3OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-08T12:36:54Z

Head of Data, Analytics & Digital Transformation

Crewe, Cheshire
remote
Permanent
75000 - 85000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half has partnered with a infrastructure business to recruit for a Head of Data, Analytics & Digital Transformation.This is a newly created senior leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape and deliver the organisation's data, analytics and digital transformation strategy.Salary: £75,000 - £85,000Location: Crewe, York, Leeds or DerbyWorking pattern: 2 days per week on site, with some travel to other locationsThe RoleYou will lead the development of a modern, data-driven function, using data, analytics, automation, AI and digital technology to improve operational performance, decision-making and business efficiency.Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Develop and deliver the organisation's data and digital transformation strategy.</li><li>Build strong data governance, reporting and analytics capabilities.</li><li>Establish reliable business data and improve data quality and accessibility.</li><li>Lead digital transformation, automation and technology-enabled change programmes.</li><li>Identify opportunities to use AI and emerging technologies to improve efficiency.</li><li>Develop dashboards, MI and insights to support senior decision-making.</li><li>Build and lead a high-performing data and digital team.</li><li>Manage budgets, business cases, suppliers and transformation benefits.</li><li>Work closely with senior stakeholders across technology, finance, operations and other functions.</li><li>Ensure appropriate governance, risk, data protection and information security standards are maintained.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for an experienced data, digital or transformation leader with:<ul><li>Significant leadership experience across data, analytics, digital transformation or technology.</li><li>A strong track record delivering large-scale transformation programmes.</li><li>Experience developing data strategies and governance frameworks.</li><li>Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and influencing senior stakeholders.</li><li>Strong knowledge of analytics, BI, automation, AI and emerging technologies.</li><li>Commercial awareness, with experience managing budgets and business cases.</li><li>Strong programme management, stakeholder engagement and change management skills.</li><li>A strategic and commercially minded approach, with a focus on delivering measurable business outcomes.</li></ul>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced data and transformation professional to take ownership of a newly created function and play a key role in shaping the organisation's future digital capability.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/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguMDU4NDUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-21T16:25:26Z

FP&A Analyst

Northwich, Cheshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 50000 GBP / Yearly
FP&A Analyst - Commercial Finance Business Partner | Northwich | Hybrid working | Up to £50,000 + bonusAre you looking for a finance role where you can influence business decisions, challenge the status quo and have a genuine impact on commercial performance?Robert Half is working exclusively with an established technology services business at an important stage of its development, offering the opportunity to help shape its FP&A function and bring greater commercial insight into the business.Working closely with senior stakeholders, you'll have visibility across the operation, with real scope to influence pricing, profitability, business efficiency and future growth. Rather than simply reporting on what has happened, you'll help the business understand what it means, where opportunities exist and what needs to change to improve performance.For someone who wants to move beyond traditional management accounting or reporting and become more commercially involved, this is an opportunity to make your mark.The Opportunity<ul><li>Influence commercial decisions: Work closely with senior stakeholders, providing financial insight and challenge to support better business decisions.</li><li>Drive profitability: Get under the skin of the business, understanding margins, pricing and operational performance to identify opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Help shape FP&A: Play an active role in developing a more forward-looking finance function, strengthening financial modelling, forecasting and commercial analysis.</li><li>Gain wider business exposure: Build relationships across Sales, Operations and Service Delivery, influencing decisions and developing a broader understanding of business performance.</li><li>Make a tangible difference: Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, assess commercial proposals and help drive sustainable profitability.</li><li>Take ownership: Join a relatively flat structure where you'll have the autonomy to bring ideas forward, challenge existing approaches and see the impact of your recommendations.</li></ul>What We're Looking ForThis opportunity would suit a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys getting under the skin of a business and influencing outcomes, rather than simply reporting on historical performance.You'll ideally bring:<ul><li>Experience in FP&A, commercial finance, finance business partnering or management accounting.</li><li>Strong analytical and financial modelling skills, including advanced Excel.</li><li>The confidence to engage with senior stakeholders, challenge assumptions and translate financial information into practical commercial recommendations.</li><li>A proactive, curious approach, with the ability to identify opportunities and recommend solutions.</li><li>The ability to work autonomously and take ownership in a changing business environment.</li></ul>Full qualification isn't essential. The business is open to part-qualified candidates and those with relevant experience who can demonstrate the right commercial mindset.Experience in technology, services or recurring revenue businesses would be advantageous, but isn't essential.The Package<ul><li>Salary up to £50,000, depending on experience.</li><li>Annual bonus.</li><li>Hybrid working, with three days a week in the Northwich office (Tuesday to Thursday).</li><li>Private healthcare and dental plan options.</li><li>Birthday day off, plus increased annual leave with service.</li><li>Employee discounts, wellness benefits and ongoing training and development.</li></ul>Interested?If you're looking for a role that will broaden your commercial exposure, give you a voice in business decisions and allow you to make a tangible difference to performance, please get in touch.Apply with your latest CV to find out more about this exclusive opportunity.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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi42OTI1NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-14T15:46:19Z

Financial Controller

Warrington, Cheshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
Financial Controller | Warrington | £55,000-£65,000 + bonus | On-site An opportunity has arisen for a Financial Controller to join a successful, profitable and growing founder-owned business based in Warrington.Operating in a technology-led, consumer-focused market, the business has established a strong market position and continues to grow, with ambitious plans for the future. It offers the opportunity to join an entrepreneurial environment with an established operation, where finance plays an important role in supporting business performance and future growth.This is a key appointment within a close-knit team, offering the opportunity to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, work closely with senior leadership and make a tangible contribution to the continued development of the business.<h3>The role</h3>Reporting to the senior finance leadership team, the Financial Controller will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the finance function, ensuring strong financial control, accurate reporting and robust processes.The role offers a varied blend of technical accounting, team leadership and commercial business partnering. You will lead a small finance team, remaining hands-on with the detail while providing the financial insight needed to support business performance and decision-making.This would suit someone who enjoys working in a dynamic SME environment, where initiative, adaptability and a pragmatic approach are valued.<h3>Key responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Own the month-end close process, delivering accurate and timely management accounts.</li><li>Oversee the general ledger, journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Maintain robust financial controls, accounting policies and reporting procedures.</li><li>Lead, support and develop a small finance team, including two Assistant Accountants.</li><li>Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and financial modelling.</li><li>Provide commercial analysis and insight to support business planning and strategic decisions.</li><li>Partner with senior stakeholders, communicating financial performance clearly and managing expectations.</li><li>Monitor results against budgets and forecasts, identifying risks, opportunities and areas for improvement.</li><li>Oversee statutory reporting, audit requirements and compliance with relevant accounting standards.</li><li>Review and improve finance systems, processes and reporting to support the business as it grows.</li><li>Work closely with the leadership team to ensure finance supports operational performance and future growth.</li></ul><h3>About you</h3>You will be a technically strong and commercially minded finance professional who is comfortable rolling up your sleeves and getting involved in the detail.You will ideally have:<ul><li>A recognised accountancy qualification, such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA, with at least two years' post-qualification experience.</li><li>Strong technical accounting skills and experience across financial control and reporting.</li><li>A solid grounding in month-end, balance sheet management and financial controls.</li><li>Experience of budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and financial modelling.</li><li>The ability to lead and develop a small team while remaining hands-on.</li><li>Strong Excel skills and confidence working with finance systems and financial data.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>A proactive, solutions-focused approach, with the confidence to challenge constructively and improve processes.</li></ul>Experience in an SME, owner-managed or entrepreneurial business would be advantageous. Practice-trained candidates with the right commercial awareness and desire to move into a broad industry role will also be considered.Most importantly, you will be adaptable, approachable and comfortable operating in a growing business where collaboration, accountability and initiative are key.<h3>What's on offer?</h3><ul><li>Salary of £55,000-£65,000, depending on experience.</li><li>Bonus scheme.</li><li>Holidays increasing with service.</li><li>Workplace pension.</li><li>Employee rewards and benefits through Perkbox.</li><li>On-site parking.</li><li>A close-knit, collaborative working environment.</li><li>The opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and influence business decisions.</li><li>A broad, influential role with the opportunity to shape processes, develop the finance function and support the next stage of business growth.</li></ul><h3>Location</h3>Warrington - this is an office-based position, suited to someone who enjoys being part of a collaborative team and working closely with the wider business.If you're looking for a Financial Controller role where you can combine technical expertise with commercial involvement and have a genuine impact on a successful, growing business, we'd welcome a conversation.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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi4xNDIzOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
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