<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is recruiting or an Admin and Accounts Assistant on behalf of an Exciting Finance Organisation with offices in Northampton.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Admin and Accounts Assistant you will provide assurance that all documents completed for the firm's direct (own book) lending as well as for brokered asset finance agreements are prepared correctly, in line with lender requirements and are complete and accurate. You will also provide expert timely and insightful sales reporting, analysis and other support to the wider Finance team. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Verify the completeness and accuracy of finance agreements and supporting documentation packs.</li><li>Completion of process checklists to ensure the compliance with all requirements prior to payout (own book lending transactions) or prior to lender submission (brokered asset finance transactions).</li><li>Completion of recorded telephone calls with customers for verification purposes, prior to payout.</li><li>Updating the CRM system with accurate data and information relevant to the payouts process.</li><li>Scanning and filing of agreement packs, including submission of broker payout packs to lenders.</li><li>Supporting as required with the maintenance of accurate data within the system used for own book lending finance agreements.</li><li>Support with recording of sales data, accurately and efficiently, giving senior management a real-time view of current performance.</li><li>Build up a knowledge of various lender commission policies, in order to verify the accuracy of sales data/income transactions.</li><li>Record data, accurately and efficiently, on the CRM system to provide necessary information to the sales team and senior management, acting as a gatekeeper for the final process step of activating finance agreements.</li><li>Support with other accounting tasks which may include raising invoices, processing supplier invoices, preparation of supplier payment runs, processing employees expenses process.</li><li>Participate in internal meetings as required including team meetings and events.</li><li>Gather and analyse trends within the organisation's finances.</li><li>Develop internal documentation and processes where required, striving to implement or improve processes and internal controls within the finance function.</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>This is an excellent role for someone with a keen eye for detail and accuracy and working in an Admin or Accounts role currently looking for an opportunity to advance your career in an exciting growth business. The business is high performing and will continue to grow quickly over the next few years.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Admin and Accounts Assistant is based in the office 5 days a week in Northampton and offering a salary of £28-30K + Excellent Benefits</p><p>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.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNDcyNDMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h1>Client Accountant</h1><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Location:</strong> Aylesbury / Hybrid / Remote<br /><strong>Salary:</strong> Competitive, dependent on experience<br /><strong>Job Type:</strong> Full-time</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced <strong>Client Accountant</strong> to join a growing accountancy practice based in Aylesbury. This is a varied, hands-on position where you will take ownership of your own portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients, acting as their main point of contact and providing practical accounting and tax advice.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The successful candidate will enjoy a high degree of autonomy and will be responsible for managing their clients from day-to-day accounting requirements through to year-end accounts, tax compliance and wider financial advice.</p><h3>The Role</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">As Client Accountant, you will:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Manage a portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients.</li><li>Act as the main point of contact, responding to client queries by telephone and email and providing clear, practical guidance.</li><li>Prepare year-end statutory accounts and corporation tax computations from start to finish.</li><li>Prepare and review Self Assessment tax returns for sole traders, company directors and individuals.</li><li>Prepare, review and file VAT returns, resolving bookkeeping and reconciliation queries where required.</li><li>Prepare management accounts and support with budgets, forecasts and cash flow reporting.</li><li>Provide advice around tax efficiency, payroll, cash flow and day-to-day financial management.</li><li>Manage client deadlines and ensure statutory and monthly filing requirements are met.</li><li>Complete company secretarial filings and maintain statutory records.</li><li>Liaise with HMRC on behalf of clients.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes and highlight where clients could benefit from additional finance or accountancy support.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">We are looking for an experienced accountant who is comfortable working within an accountancy practice environment and dealing directly with clients.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You will ideally have:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>AAT, ACCA, ACA or equivalent qualification, or be qualified by experience.</li><li>Previous experience working within an <strong>accountancy practice</strong>.</li><li>Strong experience preparing year-end accounts and tax computations.</li><li>Experience working with SMEs and owner-managed businesses.</li><li>A good understanding of statutory accounts, corporation tax, VAT and Self Assessment.</li><li>Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain financial and accounting matters clearly to non-finance professionals.</li><li>A confident and accountable approach, with the ability to work independently and manage your own workload.</li><li>A genuine client-focused approach and the confidence to provide practical, honest advice.</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"> </p><h3>What's on Offer</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Competitive salary, dependent on experience.</li><li>Hybrid / remote working options.</li><li>25 days' holiday plus bank holidays.</li><li>Additional 3-day office shutdown over Christmas.</li><li>Learning and development support.</li><li>Discretionary bonus scheme following successful completion of probation.</li><li>Company pension scheme following successful completion of probation.</li><li>Opportunity to work closely with a varied portfolio of SME and owner-managed clients.</li><li>A high degree of autonomy and responsibility within a growing practice.</li></ul><p>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.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNjEzOTkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h1>Group Tax Analyst - Interim Contract</h1><p><strong>Location:</strong> Bracknell, Berkshire<br /><strong>Rate:</strong> £400 per day<br /><strong>Working Pattern:</strong> Hybrid - 2 days per week in the office, 3 days remote<br /><strong>Contract:</strong> Initial 3 months, with potential to extend to 6 months<br /><strong>Start:</strong> ASAP</p><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>We are seeking an experienced Group Tax Analyst to join a high-performing Group Finance function on an initial 3-month interim contract, with potential for extension.</p><p>This is a key role providing cover within the Group Tax function, working closely with the Group Head of Tax and wider Finance teams across the UK and Europe.</p><p>The successful candidate will need to be able to hit the ground running, take ownership of key tax accounting and reporting activities, and provide immediate support across a broad range of UK and international tax matters.</p><p>This would suit an experienced Corporate Tax / Tax Accounting professional with previous in-house experience who is comfortable working autonomously and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li><p>Support UK corporate tax compliance and reporting activities.</p></li><li><p>Prepare and support monthly, quarterly and year-end tax reporting.</p></li><li><p>Prepare tax disclosures for statutory accounts and management reporting.</p></li><li><p>Assist with corporate tax budgeting and forecasting.</p></li><li><p>Prepare and calculate management fees and support associated tax considerations.</p></li><li><p>Assist with transfer pricing projects, documentation and implementation.</p></li><li><p>Support Employment Related Securities (ERS) returns.</p></li><li><p>Undertake CFC analysis and support international tax activities.</p></li><li><p>Manage and support UK corporation tax quarterly instalment payments.</p></li><li><p>Support US quarterly corporate tax reporting.</p></li><li><p>Coordinate with Finance teams across the UK and Europe on corporate tax matters.</p></li><li><p>Provide support and analysis on international taxation issues, including transfer pricing.</p></li><li><p>Support tax activities relating to acquisitions, business transfers and wider transformation projects.</p></li><li><p>Coordinate Country-by-Country Reporting (CbCR) across the European group.</p></li><li><p>Provide support across VAT and employment tax matters where required.</p></li><li><p>Assist the Group Head of Tax with ad hoc tax projects and strategic initiatives.</p></li></ul><h2>About You</h2><p>We are looking for someone who can quickly understand an existing tax environment and become a valuable member of the team.</p><p>You will ideally have:</p><ul><li><p>Strong experience in <strong>UK corporate tax</strong>.</p></li><li><p>Previous <strong>in-house / industry experience</strong>.</p></li><li><p>Strong tax accounting and reporting experience.</p></li><li><p>Experience across international tax matters.</p></li><li><p>Exposure to <strong>transfer pricing, CFC and/or CbCR</strong>.</p></li><li><p>ACA, ACCA, CTA or equivalent qualification.</p></li><li><p>Excellent analytical and numerical skills.</p></li><li><p>Strong attention to detail.</p></li><li><p>The ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication skills and confidence working with senior stakeholders.</p></li><li><p>A proactive, commercially minded approach.</p></li><li><p>The ability to work independently and make an immediate contribution.</p></li></ul><p>Experience with <strong>ONESOURCE Corporate Tax and/or BPC</strong> would be advantageous.</p><h2>What's on Offer</h2><ul><li><p>£400 per day</p></li><li><p>Initial 3-month contract, with potential to extend to 6 months</p></li><li><p>Hybrid working - 2 days per week in Bracknell, 3 days remotely</p></li><li><p>Immediate / ASAP start</p></li><li><p>Opportunity to work closely with the Group Head of Tax</p></li><li><p>Broad exposure to UK and international corporate tax</p></li><li><p>High-impact interim assignment within an established Group Finance function</p></li></ul><p><strong>If you are an experienced corporate tax professional who can hit the ground running and is available at short notice, we'd be keen to hear from you.</strong></p><p>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.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UGV0ZS5SaWNoYXJkcy45NjY5OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Management Accountant | Bristol A growing and established multi-site UK organisation is looking for an experienced Management Accountant to join its Finance team. This is a key role within the business, offering the opportunity to take ownership of significant areas of management accounting while working closely with Finance, Operations, IT and senior stakeholders across the organisation. The successful candidate will play a central role in the preparation of monthly management accounts, financial reporting, variance analysis and reconciliations, while also providing commercial insight and helping to improve financial processes and controls. The Role Reporting to the Head of Management Accounts, you will be responsible for supporting the end-to-end monthly management accounts process, ensuring financial information is accurate, timely and provides meaningful insight to the wider business. You will also take ownership of the management accounting and reporting for one of the organisation's key business divisions, giving you exposure to a broad range of accounting areas and the opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders. This would suit a qualified accountant who enjoys a varied role combining technical accounting, management reporting, analysis and business partnering. Key Responsibilities Prepare monthly management accounts across the Group, working alongside Assistant Management Accountants. Produce and analyse P&L and balance sheet variance analysis, investigating significant movements and providing commentary. Maintain weekly revenue data between operational and finance systems, completing reconciliations and checks to ensure accuracy. Investigate discrepancies and work collaboratively with IT and operational teams to resolve issues. Review monthly revenue accounting across multiple business divisions. Prepare and review intercompany cross-charges. Perform variance analysis against operational sales data. Business partner with department leads to review P&L performance, cost management and opportunities for improvement. Take responsibility for the end-to-end management accounting and reporting for a key business division. Manage areas including provisions, trust-related accounting, cash flow reporting and trade account reconciliations. Support the FP&A and Compliance functions with data for management and regulatory reporting. Work closely with IT and Finance to review and improve financial systems, processes and interfaces. Support year-end processes, including statutory accounts preparation, audit schedules and liaison with external auditors. Support the Group Accountant with technical accounting requirements and changes relating to FRS 102. Provide holiday cover across the Management Accounts team through effective cross-training. Work with stakeholders across the organisation to ensure strong communication and collaborative working. Support investment cases and ad hoc finance projects where required. About You We are looking for a qualified accountant with strong technical accounting knowledge and experience across both management and financial accounting. You will be analytical, commercially aware and proactive, with the confidence to communicate financial information to stakeholders across the business. You should be comfortable working independently while also being a collaborative team player.</p><p>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.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/ZGlhbmEuZmVybmFkZXNsb3Blcy4wMTQ2My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Ready to take ownership of financial reporting and have a genuine influence on how a finance function operates?</p><p>Robert Half are working with an established, growing UK healthcare group to recruit a Financial Reporting Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business operating in an interesting and evolving sector, taking ownership of its financial reporting, strengthening financial controls and helping drive improvements across the wider finance function.</p><p>Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you'll play a key role in ensuring the business has accurate, meaningful financial information to support decision-making, while providing technical leadership and developing the capability of the wider team.</p><p>This isn't a role where you'll simply be overseeing the numbers. You'll have the opportunity to shape processes, challenge existing ways of working and work closely with senior finance and operational stakeholders.</p><h3>The opportunity</h3><p>You'll take ownership of the monthly reporting cycle, ensuring management accounts, Group submissions and financial reporting are delivered accurately and to deadline.</p><p>Your responsibilities will include:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p><strong>Financial reporting:</strong> Lead the month-end close and production of management accounts, board packs and Group reporting submissions, providing meaningful variance analysis and commentary.</p></li><li><p><strong>Financial control:</strong> Take ownership of balance-sheet integrity, reconciliations, intercompany accounting, journals and key control processes.</p></li><li><p><strong>Commercial insight:</strong> Work alongside senior stakeholders to explain financial performance, challenge variances and support better business decisions.</p></li><li><p><strong>Planning & forecasting:</strong> Support budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting, with responsibility for the financial reporting elements.</p></li><li><p><strong>Audit & compliance:</strong> Coordinate year-end audit requirements, support statutory reporting and maintain a robust internal control environment.</p></li><li><p><strong>Continuous improvement:</strong> Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, strengthen controls and make better use of systems and technology.</p></li><li><p><strong>Leadership:</strong> Manage and develop two finance professionals, while acting as a technical accounting lead and providing guidance and coaching across the wider finance team.</p></li></ul><p>There will also be occasional travel to other UK sites.</p><h3>What they're looking for</h3><p>You'll be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with at least two years' post-qualified experience in financial reporting, management accounting, financial control or group reporting.</p><p>You'll ideally bring:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Strong experience owning month-end and producing management accounts and reporting packs.</p></li><li><p>A solid understanding of technical accounting, balance-sheet reconciliations and financial controls.</p></li><li><p>The confidence to investigate financial movements, challenge constructively and communicate findings to non-finance stakeholders.</p></li><li><p>Strong Excel skills and experience working with ERP and reporting systems.</p></li><li><p>Experience managing, mentoring or developing others.</p></li><li><p>A proactive mindset, with the confidence to take ownership and improve existing processes.</p></li></ul><p>Experience within a multi-entity or international Group environment would be advantageous. Exposure to SAP, Cognos or PLC reporting would also be beneficial.</p><h3>Why consider it?</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>A broad, visible management role reporting directly to the Financial Controller.</p></li><li><p>Real ownership of financial reporting and the opportunity to influence the wider finance function.</p></li><li><p>Leadership responsibility for a team of two, alongside technical exposure across the department.</p></li><li><p>The chance to work closely with senior finance and operational stakeholders.</p></li><li><p>An established healthcare business operating in a sector where quality, accuracy and strong financial management really matter.</p></li><li><p>A competitive package of £65,000-£75,000, bonus and excellent benefits.</p></li><li><p>Hybrid working, with three days per week in the Basingstoke office.</p></li></ul><h3>Interested?</h3><p>If you're an established qualified accountant looking for a role that combines technical reporting, financial control, leadership and the opportunity to make improvements, I'd be keen to have a conversation.</p><p>Please apply with your CV or get in touch directly for a confidential discussion.</p><p>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.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuMDk5NzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p></p><h3>Interim Debt Recovery Specialist</h3><p><strong>Location:</strong> Basingstoke (Office-Based)<br /> <strong>Contract:</strong> Interim Contract | Initial 3-Month Assignment<br /> <strong>Start Date:</strong> Immediate / Short Notice Preferred</p><br><br>The Opportunity<br><br><p>We are supporting a well-established organisation seeking an experienced <strong>Debt Recovery Specialist</strong> to join the business on an initial 3-month interim basis. This role will focus on managing a portfolio of overdue and defaulted accounts, delivering effective recovery solutions while maintaining a customer-focused approach.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on collections or recovery professional who can quickly integrate into a busy team and make an immediate impact.</p><br><br>Key Responsibilities<br><br><ul><li>Manage a portfolio of overdue, delinquent and defaulted accounts.</li><li>Proactively contact customers to discuss outstanding balances and agree appropriate repayment solutions.</li><li>Negotiate payment plans, settlements and recovery strategies.</li><li>Assess individual customer circumstances and determine the most appropriate course of action.</li><li>Work closely with internal stakeholders and external third parties to progress recovery activities.</li><li>Support litigation, insolvency and other complex recovery processes where required.</li><li>Maintain accurate and detailed records of all customer interactions and case activity.</li><li>Ensure all activity is conducted in line with relevant regulatory and compliance requirements.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve recovery processes and operational efficiency.</li></ul><br><br>About You<br><br><ul><li>Previous experience within debt recovery, collections, credit control or arrears management.</li><li>Strong negotiation and communication skills.</li><li>Ability to manage challenging conversations professionally and effectively.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing a varied caseload.</li><li>Strong IT and systems skills.</li><li>Experience within a regulated financial services environment is advantageous but not essential.</li></ul><br><br>What's on Offer<br><br><ul><li>Initial 3-month interim assignment with potential for extension.</li><li>Immediate start available.</li><li>Opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive team.</li><li>Varied workload with autonomy and responsibility from day one.</li><li>Basingstoke-based office location.</li></ul><p><strong>Suitable for candidates from debt recovery, collections, arrears management, financial services collections, commercial recoveries or credit control backgrounds.</strong></p><br><p> </p><p>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.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UG9wcHkuR3JhbnQuNzA4NjQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">