<p>Robert Half are proud to be exclusively partnering with Summer Fields School to recruit a Senior Finance Officer. This position plays a central role in the school's finance team, offering a unique opportunity to join one of the country's leading prep schools with a reputation spanning over 160 years. </p><p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Senior Finance Officer</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Summertown, North Oxford</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £40,000 - £43,000 depending on experience</p><p><strong>Full-time | Small collaborative team | Beautiful 70-acre campus</strong></p><p>Summer Fields is a full-boarding and day school for approximately 300 boys aged 4-13. The school offers excellent teaching, traditional values and exceptional pastoral care, with outstanding exam results achieved by leavers who regularly win scholarships to top public schools in the country.</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a close-knit Bursary team in a friendly, community-focused environment where staff wellbeing is a priority. Many staff have been at the school for years, testament to the positive working culture.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>This is a key role in the school's finance team, ensuring the effective, accurate and timely delivery of core financial operations. This position will lead on fee billing and credit control, nominal ledger activities, and oversees the day‑to‑day running of the Accounts Payable function.</p><p>As the primary contact for finance‑related enquiries, the Senior Finance Officer helps maintain strong financial controls, supports high‑quality management reporting, and contributes to the overall financial integrity and stewardship of the school.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Main duties include:</strong></p><p><strong>Fee Billing & Credit Control: </strong></p><ul><li>Prepare, issue and reconcile termly fee invoices, including extras and bursaries.</li><li>Liaise with parents and resolve fee queries.</li><li>Credit control activities: monitor debtor balances and follow up overdue accounts.</li><li>Reconcile fee income to bank receipts and the general ledger.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Accounts Payable</strong></p><p>Oversight of the purchase ledger, with day-to-day activities predominantly being carried out by the Finance Assistant:</p><ul><li>Monitor the finance inbox.</li><li>Ensure accurate coding and authorisation of invoices and timely payment of suppliers.</li><li>Review supplier statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.</li><li>Prepare payment runs, ensuring compliance with internal controls and approvals.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Nominal Ledger, Journals & Reconciliations:</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain accurate nominal ledger records in line with the school's chart of accounts.</li><li>Prepare monthly journals including prepayments, accruals and payroll journals.</li><li>Perform regular balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Support month, term and year‑end close, ensuring deadlines are met.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>VAT Returns:</strong></p><ul><li>Preparation of VAT return workings, including partial exemption calculations and ensuring correct VAT treatment across income and expenditure.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Other:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide timely financial information to the Finance Director and budget holders.</li><li>Assist with preparation of management accounts and analytical reviews.</li><li>Support the annual budgeting process, including collation of departmental information.</li><li>Prepare schedules for the external audit and respond to auditor queries.</li><li>Ensure the finance system is used effectively and identify and implement opportunities to automate and simplify processes.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key skills and experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Significant experience in a similar finance role, ideally within a school or charity.</li><li>High level of accuracy and attention to detail.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, able to engage professionally with parents and staff.</li><li>Ability to prioritise and meet tight deadlines.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Full time, 40 hours per week</li><li>Minimum three days per week on-site in Summertown, Oxford</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary and benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>6 weeks' holiday plus bank holidays</li><li>Pension - employer contributions of 4% for the first two years of service, 6% after two years</li><li>Group life assurance of three times annual salary</li><li>Private medical insurance provided by the school, which is a taxable benefit</li><li>On-site parking</li><li>Lunch on-site during term time</li><li>Access to an Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Annual flu vaccination</li><li>Membership of Staff Swimming Club</li><li>Discounted on-site holiday activity clubs</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Safeguarding</strong></p><p>Summer Fields is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).</p><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/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuMjk4ODMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are proud to be exclusively partnering with Pursuit Racing to recruit their new Finance & Operations Coordinator on a permanent, part-time basis. This is an exciting opportunity to join a genuinely unique business at the heart of European historic motorsport.</p><p>Founded in 2020, Pursuit Racing was built on a passion for historic motorsport, not just preparing iconic race cars to the very highest standards, but coaching and developing drivers at every level to race with confidence and skill. Operating from a state-of-the-art development centre in Bicester, the team competes in the finest races and rallies across Europe.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Bicester - fully office-based</p><p><strong>Working Pattern:</strong> 4 days per week (Tues-Fri preferably)</p><p><strong>Hours:</strong> 8:30am - 5:30pm (1 hour lunch break)</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £28,000 - £33,000 FTE (salary pro-rata'd)</p><p><strong>Bonus:</strong> Up to 10% annually + Christmas bonus</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role:</strong></p><p>Joining a close-knit team, this is a varied, hands-on position that sits at the operational heart of the business. You will manage the full range of day-to-day financial processes, from supplier billing and client invoicing through to bank reconciliations and ledger management, while also providing administrative and operational support to the Managing Director and Finance Manager.</p><p>The working week is split across finance (three days) and administration (one day), though in practice the role is fluid and you will need to be comfortable pivoting between tasks as priorities shift. There are always plates spinning here, and the right person will thrive on that variety rather than shy away from it.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Finance & Accounts</strong></p><ul><li>Finalising purchase orders and processing supplier bills on Xero, ensuring accuracy between the in-house system and Xero</li><li>Understanding the full operation of our in-house inventory system and ensuring its accuracy</li><li>Maintain the payment form and reconcile against Xero, ensuring correct due dates</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts on Xero and ensure all sales and purchase ledger entries are coded accurately to the correct nominal codes, projects, and profit centres.</li><li>Make supplier payments in line with deadlines</li><li>File and organise financial documentation effectively</li><li>Coordinate and maintain the storage tracker of client vehicles and invoicing clients monthly / quarterly</li><li>Review time recorded for in-house jobs and take appropriate action where corrections or follow-up is required</li><li>Maintain the register for race and test entries for Finance audit purposes</li><li>Add one-off parts to jobs on in-house inventory system</li><li>Chase missing VAT invoices, bills, receipts, and required financial documents from the team or external suppliers</li><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date client and supplier records</li><li>Raise accurate client invoices, ensuring parts and time entries are correct, and send client statements</li><li>Control and maintain utility accounts and related records</li><li>Run finance and operational reports for the FM as required</li><li>Support the MD and FM with ad hoc administrative and finance tasks</li></ul><p><strong>Operations & Administration</strong></p><ul><li>Provide ad hoc administrative support to the MD - including booking travel, transport, and hotels for races abroad</li><li>Manage consumables ordering (e.g. Amazon) and ensure stock levels are maintained</li><li>Handle utilities matters</li><li>Understand and maintain the in-house inventory system, adding parts to jobs as needed</li><li>File and organise financial documentation effectively</li><li>Support the MD and FM with any additional ad hoc tasks as required</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Your Profile:</strong></p><ul><li>Highly organised, autonomous, and self-sufficient - able to prioritise your own workload and stay on top of a varied to-do list</li><li>Detail-oriented, with absolute accuracy when handling financial data, invoices, and reconciliations</li><li>Comfortable working at pace and pivoting quickly in response to ad hoc requests</li><li>A confident communicator - clear and professional when dealing with suppliers, clients, and colleagues</li><li>Proactive and solutions-focused - spotting issues early and taking ownership of resolving them</li><li>Trustworthy and discreet when handling sensitive financial information</li><li>Experienced in a fast-paced working environment where multiple priorities compete for your attention</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>How to Apply:</strong></p><p>This role is being managed exclusively by Robert Half. To be considered, please apply directly through Robert Half.</p><p>Please note: any speculative CVs or third-party agency applications submitted directly to Pursuit Racing will be forwarded to Robert Half for review, and will be treated as applications made through Robert Half in the first instance. To ensure your application is handled correctly and promptly, we strongly encourage you to apply through the official Robert Half process.</p><p> </p><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/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS44MTkyMi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Northampton</strong><br /><strong>Exclusive Retained Search - Robert Half - Head of Finance</strong></p><p>Robert Half are proud to be exclusively retained by <strong>Miswa Chemicals Limited</strong> to appoint a <strong>Head of Finance</strong> based in <strong>Northampton</strong> in the <strong>office full time</strong>.</p><p>This role represents an opportunity for a <strong>high-performing finance leader</strong> to play a central role in scaling an ambitious manufacturing business while working closely with the owners and progressing toward a <strong>Finance Director position</strong> as the company continues its growth trajectory.</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>Miswa is a fast-growing, independent British manufacturer of transportation and industrial chemical solutions with a clear ambition to scale to £50m+ revenue by FY29 while maintaining disciplined, profitable growth.</p><p>The business is seeking a high-calibre Head of Finance to manage a small finance function with a huge opportunity to expand, with aspirations toward a future Finance Director role, to lead financial strategy through its next phase of expansion. This role will suit an experienced finance leader from an SME or entrepreneurial environment who is commercially sharp, operationally grounded and comfortable partnering closely with owner-directors.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Role Purpose</strong></p><p>The Head of Finance will provide strategic and operational financial leadership, ensuring the business maintains strong financial discipline while scaling. The role will focus on delivering:</p><p><br />* Profitable and sustainable growth<br />* Rigorous financial control<br />* Strong cash flow management<br />* Robust governance and reporting<br />* Optimised funding structures<br />* Strategic readiness for future acquisitions</p><p>Working closely with the owners, the Head of Finance will strengthen profitability, build financial resilience and elevate the finance function to support long-term growth.</p><p><strong>Strategic Financial Leadership</strong><br />* Partner with the Managing Director and Board on long-term financial strategy<br />* Deliver EBITDA and cash targets aligned to the <strong>£50m growth plan</strong><br />* Lead disciplined capital allocation and investment decisions</p><p><strong>Profitability & Margin Management</strong><br />* Deliver SKU, customer and channel margin analysis<br />* Identify margin erosion and implement corrective action<br />* Support pricing governance and commercial decisions<br />* Drive continuous improvement in gross and net profitability</p><p><strong>Cash Flow & Reserve Development</strong><br />* Implement rolling <strong>6-12 month cash flow forecasting</strong><br />* Optimise working capital across inventory, receivables and payables<br />* Build and protect a meaningful cash reserve<br />* Develop structured plans to build an acquisition reserve</p><p><strong>Funding & Banking Oversight</strong><br />* Manage and optimise <strong>invoice discounting facilities</strong><br />* Oversee asset finance and commercial loan arrangements<br />* Support renegotiation of banking facilities and cost of capital<br />* Maintain strong relationships with lenders and advisors</p><p><strong>Capex & Investment Planning</strong><br />* Introduce structured ROI and payback analysis<br />* Evaluate capital expenditure proposals<br />* Ensure investment decisions align with strategic priorities</p><p><strong>Budgeting & Financial Governance</strong><br />* Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes<br />* Oversee delivery of clear monthly management accounts and board packs<br />* Implement financial dashboards aligned to key KPIs</p><p><strong>Operational Financial Control</strong><br />* Strengthen cost discipline across operations and production<br />* Link operational metrics to financial performance<br />* Drive financial accountability throughout the organisation</p><p><strong>Finance Team Leadership</strong><br />* Lead, develop and mentor the finance team<br />* Conduct structured performance reviews<br />* Improve reporting accuracy, systems and processes<br />* Oversee payroll governance and compliance</p><p><strong>FX & Risk Management</strong><br />* Develop and manage a structured foreign exchange strategy<br />* Protect margins through forward planning and hedging where appropriate<br />* Identify and manage financial risk proactively</p><p><strong>Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>We are seeking a commercially minded <strong>Head of Finance / aspiring Finance Director</strong> with:<br />* <strong>ACCA qualified (or equivalent)</strong><br />* Proven success within an <strong>SME growth environment</strong><br />* Strong experience driving <strong>profitability and margin improvement</strong><br />* Advanced <strong>working capital and cash flow management expertise</strong><br />* Experience managing <strong>invoice discounting, asset finance and loan structures</strong><br />* Track record renegotiating banking facilities<br />* Experience preparing businesses for <strong>acquisition or investment</strong><br />* Ability to operate effectively at <strong>Board level</strong><br />* Hands-on style with strong operational understanding<br />* High integrity and discretion when working with founders/owners</p><p> </p><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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuOTYyODAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p> </p><p>Robert Half Accountancy & Finance are delighted to be partnering with an exciting, global business who are looking to appoint a Finance Analyst to join its UK Central Finance team based near Heathrow.</p><p> </p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA) who is looking to build strong financial accounting and reporting experience within a supportive and professional finance environment.</p><p> </p><p>The role will give you exposure to month-end reporting, balance sheet management, group reporting processes and audit support, making it ideal for someone developing their technical accounting career.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Working as part of a collaborative finance team, you will support core financial accounting processes and ensure accurate and timely reporting across several UK entities.</p><p> </p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Supporting and leading elements of the month-end close and financial reporting cycle</li><li>Preparing and reviewing balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Assisting with year-end financial close and statutory reporting requirements</li><li>Supporting internal and external audit processes</li><li>Preparing weekly cash flow reporting</li><li>Assisting with budget and forecast balance sheet preparation</li><li>Supporting overhead budgeting and month-end variance analysis</li><li>Maintaining IFRS 16 lease accounting records</li><li>Acting as a key point of contact for Group Finance queries and reporting requests</li><li>Liaising with Shared Service Centre to ensure accurate accounting entries</li><li>Preparing ONS statistical returns and supporting regulatory reporting</li><li>Providing ad-hoc financial analysis and project support</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We are looking for a motivated finance professional who is keen to continue developing within a technical accounting role.</p><p> </p><p>You will likely have:</p><ul><li>Experience working in a Finance Analyst, Assistant Accountant or similar role</li><li>Part-qualified status (ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) with studies in progress</li><li>Experience supporting month-end processes and financial reporting</li><li>Strong Excel skills and good overall systems capability</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills</li><li>The ability to communicate financial information clearly to a variety of stakeholders</li><li>A proactive approach with the ability to manage multiple deadlines</li><li>Experience with varied financial consolidation or reporting systems would be beneficial but is not essential.</li></ul><p> </p><p>What's on Offer</p><ul><li>Excellent career development within a growing finance function</li><li>Exposure to practical group reporting and financial accounting processes</li><li>Study support for professional qualifications</li><li>A collaborative and supportive team environment</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package</li></ul><p> </p><p>If you are a part-qualified accountant looking to strengthen your financial accounting and reporting experience, we would be delighted to hear from you.</p><p> </p><p>Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.</p><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/SmFtZXMuQWRleS44Mzc4MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with a rapidly growing organisation based in <strong>Abingdon</strong> to recruit a <strong>Management Accountant</strong>. The Management Accountant will receive a salary of up to <strong>£60,000</strong> along with other attractive benefits including <strong>hybrid remote</strong> working (2 days in the office, 3 days working from home).</p><p>This is a <strong>commercial</strong> role and would best suit someone with business partnering experience.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Fully support the financial activities of the group entities, servicing the NHS & private patients directly</li><li>Conduct monthly financial closure activities, including balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, provisions and reconciliation of financial statements</li><li>Analyse variances and trends to identify areas for improvement and drive efficiency gains</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline financial processes and enhance internal controls</li><li>Prepare Management reports and commentary providing financial performance and key insights, for the business</li><li>Assist the FP&A manager with the annual budgeting and forecast processes, providing support and analysis of risks and opportunities as needed</li><li>Participate in audit activities and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements</li><li>Stay updated on accounting standards and best practices to ensure adherence to industry regulations</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key experience and attributes; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Strong organisational skills and ability to meet strict deadlines</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced, flexible environment</li><li>Experience with Monthly Closure processes, balance sheet reconciliations and financial analysis</li><li>Self-motivated with a proactive approach</li><li>Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial management system (Microsoft Dynamics NAV and / or Business Central are desirable)</li><li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data</li><li>Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey financial information to non-financial stakeholders</li><li>Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and quality</li><li>Proven track record of driving process improvements and implementing best practices</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuNjA2NjEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h1> </h1><p>Robert Half are working with a well-established business based in North Bristol who are looking to bring in an experienced interim to support a critical period of change within their finance function.</p><p>Following recent team changes, the business has identified clear capability gaps and a pressing need to stabilise and improve core finance processes - particularly where manual, Excel-based workflows are currently creating operational risk. This is a hands-on role where you will make a tangible impact from day one.</p><ul><li>Immediate start required</li><li>Day rate up to £350 per day</li><li>Flexible hybrid working arrangements</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Streamline and automate existing workflows, with a focus on Excel, reporting and data handling</li><li>Leverage Office 365 tools - including Power Automate - to reduce manual effort and increase reliability</li><li>Identify and address areas where manual processes are creating issues.</li><li>Support day-to-day treasury activities including allocations, receipts, payments and invoicing</li><li>Ensure core processes are as automated and robust as possible</li><li>Build and enhance reporting tools that integrate across the wider group structure</li><li>Ensure consistency and visibility of financial data across multiple entities</li><li>Support integration between Sage and other group systems, including SAP.</li></ul><p><strong>What We're Looking For:</strong></p><ul><li>Strong Excel and data analytics skills - comfortable working with large data sets and building automated solutions</li><li>Demonstrable experience in process improvement and automation, ideally using Power Automate or similar tools</li><li>Solid grounding in accounting fundamentals, particularly treasury and transactional finance</li><li>Proven ability to hit the ground running in an interim capacity and deliver results quickly</li><li>Confident communicator able to work across finance and operational teams</li></ul><p>For more information, or to apply please respond to this advert or contact Ben Williams @ Robert Half on 01179 935400.</p><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/YmVuLndpbGxpYW1zLjg4MDQyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half are currently recruiting for a Financial Analyst on behalf of a Manufacturing business with offices in Luton.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Financial Analyst you will support the wider finance and commercial teams by providing financial planning and analysis to aid decision making. In addition you will provide critical financial insight whilst improving processes and supporting commercial activity across the business. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Prepare monthly management accounts and variance analysis</li><li>Analyse revenue, margin, and cost performance against budget and forecast</li><li>Provide clear commentary on financial results and business drivers</li><li>Assist with the preparation of board packs and management reporting</li><li>Budgeting & Forecasting</li><li>Assist in the annual budgeting process</li><li>Ownership of the daily cashflow of the business</li><li>Partner with department heads to track spend and identify risks/opportunities</li><li>Collaborate with Sales, Operations, and other departments to identify and resolve discrepancies, ensuring robust and effective processes are maintained.</li><li>Develop pricing and margin analysis to support revenue growth</li><li>Financial Control & Process Improvement</li><li>Support the month-end close process</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will ideally be a Part Qualified Accountant with previous experience across core management accounts and product/performance analysis looking for a challenging role in a fast paced business in the Luton area. You will have strong excel skills and be highly numerate whilst also interpersonal effective in order to provide a strong business partnering service to both the wider finance teams and also sales and commercial teams.</p><p>Salary</p><p>Role of Financial Analyst is based 4 days in the office in Luton and offering a salary of £30-35K + 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uMzE1NTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with a rapidly growing organisation based in <strong>Witney</strong> to recruit a <strong>Management Accountant</strong>. The Management Accountant will receive a salary of up to <strong>£50,000</strong> along with other attractive benefits including <strong>hybrid remote working!</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities; </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Monthly P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow statements</li><li>Detailed monthly P&Ls for all operational teams7</li><li>Detailed balance sheet reconciliations including deferred and accrued income to ensure revenue from recurring contracts is recognised in line with group accounting standards</li><li>Close management of WIP (IT equipment and project sales) to ensure gross margins are accurate and recognised in a timely manner.</li><li>Service and product revenue and margin analysis</li><li>Reconciliation of all intercompany balances</li><li>Commentary for group and management on monthly performance versus budget</li><li>Business partner the TIO MD, operational teams and CFO/FD to build the annual budget, including P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow forecast, as well as any formal reforecasts required during the financial year.</li><li>Regularly present financial reports to the Managing Director, highlighting important trends, potential financial opportunities, and areas of concern.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key experience and attributes </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Experience of producing monthly management accounts, including P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow statements</li><li>Experience of Weekly cashflow forecasting</li><li>Confident in their bookkeeping skills</li><li>Comfortable liaising with external advisors and auditors</li><li>Experienced in recording VAT and submitting quarterly returns to HMRC</li><li>Strong Excel skills</li><li>Have a can-do approach to problem solving and be prepared to roll their sleeves up when needed.</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuNjMzNjcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently looking to recruit a Finance Business partner to join an exciting Professional Services company with a fantastic reputation in their field, based in the outskirts of Bath (commutable from Bristol). For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:</p><p><strong>£50,000 - £53,500 plus hybrid working and excellent wider benefits package</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Role responsibilities will include but not limited to:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and deliver accurate management information for multi cost centre operations - profit and loss, Capital project spending, KPI's</li><li>Working as a business partner with cost centre managers and the businesses team of internal stakeholders to ensure they understand their spend and targets. Recommending actions to address any issues</li><li>Produce budgets and financial forecasts, including detailed written commentary/presentations</li><li>Reviewing and monitoring spend on capital projects, updating cashflow forecasts regularly</li><li>Ensuring adherence to the companies accounting policies and procedures, in particular maintaining the correct split between capital and revenue spend</li><li>Assist in the preparation of statutory accounts</li><li>Manage Balance sheet reconciliations for cost centres </li><li>Contribute to the development and enhancement of financial systems and processes including a new FP&A system</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person specification:</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified (ACA, CIMA or ACCA)</li><li>Currently working as a Finance Analyst/Management Accountant within industry, or be a first mover from a top 10 practice</li><li>Experienced in using a range of accounting software packages</li><li>Precise and accurate in your work, with good self-checking. You manage your own workloads and deadlines</li><li>You are open to discussion, change and development; easy-going yet professional, self-directed and productive</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:</strong></p><p><strong>£50,000 - £53,500 plus hybrid working and excellent wider benefits package</strong></p><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/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi43MDUyNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working in partnership with a renowned, industry leading business in Swindon to recruit a Group Financial Reporting Manager role on a full-time permanent basis. As the Group Financial Reporting Manager, you will be immersed in the end-to-end management of the group's consolidated reporting process, coordinating annual and financial disclosures and act as the key liaison with external auditors. Additionally, you will contribute to key business projects and support growth-related activities with technical expertise. This is an exciting opportunity for someone that has proven financial reporting experience within a PLC business and someone that is looking for a new challenge and maximise their technical accounting expertise. The salary is between £65,000 - £75,000 plus car allowance, bonus, hybrid working and other excellent benefits. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p> </p><p>The main duties of the Group Financial Reporting Manager role will consist of: </p><ul><li>Prepare and review consolidated group financial statements and disclosures.</li><li>Operate as the main contact for external auditors and manage the annual audit timetable.</li><li>Produce consolidated monthly and annual management accounts.</li><li>Administer the group's consolidation system and ensure robust controls are tested quarterly.</li><li>Draft technical accounting papers for the audit committee and ensure compliance with reporting standards.</li><li>Support the completion of statutory accounts for subsidiaries.</li><li>Build and update financial models covering assessments like impairment, lease obligations, share plans, and EPS.</li><li>Business partner with other departments to coordinate and align group reporting.</li><li>Update and enhance group accounting policies and internal controls.</li><li>Represent finance in cross-functional projects such as revenue, restructuring, refinancing, or system initiatives.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified ACA or ACCA accountant</li><li>Prior experience in a group financial reporting position, with a track record of producing consolidated annual reports and accounts</li><li>Deep technical accounting knowledge-strong expertise in IFRS and PLC-level disclosures</li><li>Proficiency in consolidation systems and strong Excel skills</li><li>Confident in engaging with senior stakeholders</li><li>Proactive self-starter who delivers on deadlines and communicates clearly and effectively</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£65,000 - £75,000 annual salary </li><li>Car allowance (circa £5,000)</li><li>Annual bonus</li><li>Hybrid working; 3 days on site, 2 days from home</li><li>25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)</li><li>Health cash plan </li><li>Private medical insurance </li><li>Pension scheme </li><li>On site parking </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/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy4xNzg2NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong> GROUP FINANCE DIRECTOR </strong></p><p><br /> I am proud to be the retained search partner to a well-established, reputable and highly profitable pharmaceutical manufacturing group that has a diverse range of products across its five business units. Due to internal change they now seek to recruit a Group CFO that will oversee business unit performance, develop Divisional Finance Directors, identify acquisition opportunities, steer growth strategy through partnership with operational leadership and manage the relationship with the board.<br /> </p><p>This role would be based from their Beaconsfield HQ with the opportunity to work from home 1-2 days per week.</p><p><br /> <strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Strategic Financial Leadership:</strong></li><ul><li>Develop and implement group-wide financial strategies aligned with the individual business's strategy and business goals.</li><li>Advise the Group Chief Executive and executive team on financial planning, risk management, and investment opportunities.</li></ul><li><strong>Financial Operations & Reporting:</strong></li><ul><li>Provision of timely and accurate monthly, quarterly and annual consolidated group management accounts and reports to the board and executive team.</li><li>Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes.</li><li>Provide strong support and challenge to all capital expenditure proposals across the group to ensure strong return on investments.</li><li>Responsible for monthly Group management accounts.</li><li>Responsible for effective management of the Group's cash position including FX and treasury.</li></ul><li><strong>Compliance & Risk Management:</strong></li><ul><li>Ensuring compliance with all financial, accounting and tax requirements for the Group, working with external advisors as appropriate.</li><li>Oversee the annual audit and preparation of statutory accounts working with the external auditors.</li><li>Ensure all businesses within the group adhere to the internal Group Finance and Governance framework to deliver a robust financial control environment.</li><li>Ensure that effective risk and resilience plans are in place across the Group to mitigate financial risks to the Group.</li></ul><li><strong>Team Leadership & Development:</strong></li><ul><li>Lead and mentor the finance leaders across all of businesses providing coaching and support as required.</li><li>Foster a high-performance culture within the Group's finance function.</li></ul><li><strong>Stakeholder Engagement:</strong></li><ul><li>Proactively manage relationships with the external auditors, banks and regulatory bodies as appropriate.</li><li>Produce insightful financial management information with regards to operational and strategic performance to the Managing Directors, Executive team and Board.</li></ul><li><strong>Miscellaneous:</strong></li><ul><li>Oversee and administer payroll for senior leaders.</li><li>Provide support on any ad hoc activities and projects as instructed by the Group CEO and Board.</li></ul></ul><p><strong>Candidate Profile</strong></p><p><strong>Essential</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).</li><li>Senior finance leadership experience in a multi-site, operationally complex environment with exposure to a manufacturing sector business</li><li>Strong commercial orientation with the ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders.</li><li>Robust technical capability, including audit oversight and acquisition accounting.</li></ul><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>A highly competitive base salary of between £150,000 and £180,000 P/A based on experience</li><li>A car allowance of £6500 P/A</li><li>A performance related bonus of up to 25%</li><li>7% pension contribution</li><li>26 days holiday plus 8 bank holiday</li><li>Income protection</li><li>Death in service</li><li>Private medical</li><li>Other great benefits on application</li></ul><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/U2ViYXN0aWFuLkJlbnRsZXkuMzc5NDcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h2 data-start="59" data-end="103" data-section-id="1pwei08">Group Finance Manager (Maternity Cover)</h2><p data-start="104" data-end="155">Beaconsfield | Hybrid Working | </p><p data-start="157" data-end="323">This is a standout opportunity for a high-calibre finance professional looking to step into a visible, high-impact Group role within a large, fast-paced organisation.</p><p data-end="505" data-start="325">We're looking for someone who can bring structure, control and leadership to a complex finance environment - we want future CFO's for this role! </p><h2 data-section-id="3brya0" data-end="525" data-start="512">The Role</h2><p data-end="701" data-start="527">As Group Finance Manager, you will take ownership of the core finance engine, leading on balance sheet integrity, cashflow and financial controls across a multi-entity group.</p><p data-start="703" data-end="753">This is a hands-on leadership role where you will:</p><ul data-end="1130" data-start="754"><li data-end="809" data-section-id="1g1vfbf" data-start="754">Lead and develop a high-performing team (~7 people)</li><li data-start="810" data-section-id="6mxrba" data-end="859">Own month-end, quarter-end and year-end close</li><li data-start="860" data-end="938" data-section-id="uv0i9o">Take full responsibility for balance sheet control and financial integrity</li><li data-section-id="1syhmct" data-end="994" data-start="939">Oversee cashflow, treasury and liquidity management</li><li data-end="1051" data-section-id="smrr1n" data-start="995">Partner with senior stakeholders across the business</li><li data-start="1052" data-end="1130" data-section-id="1r0fkhn">Support capex, investment decisions and finance transformation initiatives</li></ul><p data-end="1263" data-start="1132">You'll be a key link between finance and the wider business - bringing clarity, rigour and confidence to financial decision-making.</p><h2 data-end="1297" data-section-id="1agzdan" data-start="1270">What We're Looking For</h2><ul data-end="1769" data-start="1299"><li data-start="1299" data-section-id="ri3g5u" data-end="1349">Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)</li><li data-end="1413" data-section-id="17fiaze" data-start="1350">Ideally Top 10 trained (Big 4 / Top 10 practice background)</li><li data-section-id="1bee620" data-end="1469" data-start="1414">Experience within a large, fast-moving organisation</li><li data-section-id="ilpqnk" data-end="1646" data-start="1470">Strong technical grounding across: <ul data-end="1646" data-start="1509"><li data-end="1546" data-section-id="1yclaxq" data-start="1509">Balance sheet and reconciliations</li><li data-start="1549" data-section-id="tchjv4" data-end="1586">Financial controls and governance</li><li data-section-id="1at2ga9" data-end="1618" data-start="1589">Month-end close processes</li><li data-section-id="s1ga9z" data-end="1646" data-start="1621">Cashflow and treasury</li></ul></li><li data-start="1647" data-section-id="1vasbmc" data-end="1703">Proven ability to lead, develop and challenge a team</li><li data-end="1769" data-section-id="y0j8yh" data-start="1704">A proactive, hands-on mindset with strong attention to detail</li></ul><h2 data-start="1776" data-section-id="r03wtz" data-end="1790">Why Apply</h2><ul data-end="2071" data-start="1792"><li data-end="1858" data-section-id="qqu0me" data-start="1792">High visibility role with direct exposure to senior leadership</li><li data-section-id="1akaspj" data-end="1916" data-start="1859">Real ownership across core finance, controls and cash</li><li data-start="1917" data-end="1974" data-section-id="1bmn4n8">Opportunity to drive improvements and shape processes</li><li data-end="2071" data-section-id="1ob5ewt" data-start="2030">Competitive salary and hybrid working</li></ul><h2 data-end="2098" data-section-id="vkjipx" data-start="2078">The Opportunity</h2><p data-start="2100" data-end="2306">This is not just another finance role - it's an opportunity to step into a position where you can make a tangible impact, build leadership capability, and position yourself for the next step in your career.</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/THVrZS5FZGdlY29tYmUuMzA5NDQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
🚨 Interim Opportunity: Finance Operations & Transformation Lead 🚨<br />📍 Reading (5 days onsite, parking available)<br />💼 6-9 month contract<br />💰 £450/day (Outside IR35)<br />We're partnering with a fast-growing, private equity-backed environmental services group that is building a scalable, data-driven finance function to support continued acquisition and growth.<br />This is a high-impact interim role supporting two established and expanding regional businesses. You'll play a key role in both finance transformation and day-to-day operations, helping deliver a new group-wide finance system while ensuring business-as-usual processes run smoothly.<br />🔧 Key Responsibilities<br />Finance Transformation<br />Support implementation of Sage Intacct as the group finance system<br />Map, cleanse, and migrate financial data<br />Review and improve finance processes to align with the new system<br />Drive adoption of new ways of working across the business<br />Support wider transformation project activities<br />Finance Operations<br />Assist with monthly management accounts and group reporting<br />Support month-end close (accruals, prepayments, journals)<br />Oversee AP/AR processes, invoicing, and reconciliations<br />Manage bank postings and daily reconciliations<br />Maintain balance sheet integrity and schedules<br />Provide data and analysis for payroll and ad-hoc queries<br />✅ What We're Looking For<br />An Experienced Qualified Accountant, hands-on finance professional who thrives in fast-paced SME environments<br />Strong communicator with the ability to engage across all levels of the business<br />Analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail<br />Advanced Excel skills<br />Proven ability to meet deadlines under pressure<br />High integrity and commitment to strong governance<br />Desirable:<br />Experience with Sage Intacct, Sage 200, Access Dimensions, or similar systems<br />Background in waste, environmental services, or operational industries<br />🎯 What Success Looks Like<br />Successful delivery of the finance system implementation on time<br />Improved speed and accuracy of financial reporting<br />Strong control environment with reconciled and up-to-date accounts<br />If you're a proactive finance leader who enjoys rolling up your sleeves and driving meaningful change, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a growing organisation.<br />📩 Get in touch to learn more or apply.<br><br><br>Activate to view larger image,<br><br><br><br><br><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/UGV0ZS5SaWNoYXJkcy43NzYxMy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting an FP&A Analyst role on a permanent basis with a growing business based in Cheltenham. This is a hybrid role suiting someone who is actively studying (atleast PQ) or has recently qualified with proven analytical skills.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>The FP&A Analyst will play a key role in forecasting, budgeting and long-term planning, partnering closely with stakeholders across the organisation. This is a great opportunity for a commercially minded accountant who enjoys turning complex data into clear insight. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:</p><ul><li>Building and maintaining complex financial models, forecasts and scenario analysis.</li><li>Supporting budgeting, forecasting and three-year planning processes.</li><li>Providing insightful analysis to highlight risks, opportunities and performance trends.</li><li>Working closely with stakeholders to develop robust modelling assumptions.</li><li>Tracking benefits from strategic initiatives and improvement programmes.</li><li>Producing analysis for investor and funding requests.</li><li>Reviewing costs and identifying efficiency and improvement opportunities.</li><li>Supporting cashflow reporting and management.</li><li>Assisting with acquisition analysis and due diligence.</li><li>Driving continuous improvement in reporting and processes.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The FP&A Analyst role would suit someone with the following skills or attributes:</p><ul><li>Newly qualified and upwards ACA / ACCA / CIMA.</li><li>A background in FP&A, financial analysis or financial modelling.</li><li>Strong excel skills: financial modelling is essential.</li><li>Power BI, SQL or Power query would be an advantage.</li><li>Strong communication skills.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Package: </strong></p><ul><li>£50,000-60,000 base salary.</li><li>Private healthcare.</li><li>Competitive pension.</li><li>Hybrid working (2 days from home).</li><li>Subsidised parking.</li><li>Supportive, people-focused culture with a strong emphasis on well being</li></ul><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/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmNsZW1lbnRzLjQyODMwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are proud to be working in an exclusive retained agreement with <strong>Signify Research</strong> to recruit a <strong>Senior Finance Business Partner / Finance Manager,</strong> based in <strong>Cranfield</strong> on a <strong>hybrid</strong> basis.</p><p>You will be proactive, detailed orientated and ambitious looking to support driving the professionalism and value creation of our ambitious and scaling business, happy to pull up your sleeves and get stuck in with the aptitude to develop and grow as we do. This role is seen as the future Head of Finance with the opportunity to build a team around you as the business expands. <strong> </strong>The foundations of the finance function are now in place, and the next step is to professionalise, streamline and gradually build capability as the company grows.</p><p><strong>Senior Finance Business Partner/Finance Manager</strong></p><p>Signify Research is dedicated to offering the highest quality, most in-depth and robust market analysis, insight, and consultancy services for the healthcare technology industry.</p><p><strong>Role Purpose</strong></p><p>You will support the CFO by ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and assisting with financial processes, as well as acting as a key link between finance and the research, sales and marketing teams supporting the provision of insights and analysis to support decision making. This role is designed for a proactive individual who will aid ensuring that financial performance is aligned with business objectives and demonstrates curiosity, trustworthiness, and commitment to quality while fostering impartiality, partnership and expertise.</p><p>Right hand to the CFO/COO running the day-to-day finance activities whilst also lending support to strategic projects and working across the business to deliver efficiencies. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Duties & Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Financial Operations</strong></p><ul><li>Own the relationship with outsourced finance provider who manage the day-to-day bookkeeping, payroll, and VAT returns.</li><li>Oversight of Accounts Payable</li><li>Ownership of Accounts Receivable including invoicing and credit control.</li><li>Maintain accurate financial controls and reconciliations.</li><li>Manage the month end close process and discipline (e.g., timelines, checklists, issues/actions log)</li><li>Ensure accurate Revenue recognition.</li></ul><p><strong>Reporting and Forecasting</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare the MI and KPI pack for CFO review.</li><li>Assist in preparing Board packs.</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting processes, maintaining a rolling 12-month forecast (with CFO oversight).</li><li>Monitor cash flow and working capital, highlight variances promptly.</li><li>Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and internal controls.</li></ul><p><strong>Business Partnering (developing capability)</strong></p><ul><li>Collaborate with internal teams and external providers to resolve queries efficiently.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality and integrity in all financial matters.</li><li>Finance Business partner to all team leads helping to understand the financial impacts of business decisions and function as the early warning flag to emerging financial risks.</li><li>Provide analysis on profitability, cost control, and performance metrics.</li><li>Help non-finance stakeholders understand financial performance.</li></ul><p><strong>Process improvement and systems</strong></p><ul><li>Identify opportunities for process improvement/automation and contribute ideas proactively. Especially within sphere of influence.</li><li>Improve reporting efficiency and data quality.</li><li>Support future implementation of improved reporting tools (e.g., Power BI or similar)</li><li>Contribute to building a scalable finance function as the company grows.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal controls.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Ideally a Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA).</li><li>3-5 years' experience, ideally in an SME or scaling environment.</li><li>Strong grounding in management accounts and financial controls.</li><li>Experience with subscription revenue models beneficial.</li><li>Comfortable in Xero and strong Excel capability (basic modelling and analysis), proficient with other Microsoft applications</li><li>MI and data visualization tools and a working use of Power BI a plus.</li></ul><p><strong>Package</strong></p><ul><li>£50,000 - £55,000 basic </li><li>Work in a PE backed, owner managed business on its growth journey to second transaction over the next 3-5 years</li><li>Family-friendly work-life balance with ability to work from home and flexible hours - Hybrid: 3 days in office, 2 from home</li><li>Health cash plan that includes 24/7 virtual GP consultation service, health advice and counselling services, gym discounts and second opinion medical services</li><li>Company pension 4%, (increases to 7.5% after 3 years), 15% Bonus, dependent on company and personal performance</li><li>Paid employer-supported volunteer time off</li><li>27 days per annum holiday allowance (exclusive of bank holidays), flexible bank holiday usage, plus ability to "buy" addition holiday allowance.</li><li>Company life insurance worth 3X salary</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuMjkyODkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Robert Half are supporting our client to recruit an interim financial modeller/manager to support the finance team during a transition period as the current Finance Manager moves into a new internal role.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">The role will work closely with a new hire providing oversight and support whilst they develops into a broader Finance Manager position.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">The team is relatively lean and the contractor will play a key role in maintaining operational stability while also improving core financial models.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><ul style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Duration: ASAP - July (approx. 4 months)</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Hybrid: 3 days onsite / 2 remote</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Day Rate: £350- 450pd (via Umbrella.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Location: North Bristol</li></ul><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Responsibilities:</p><ul type="disc" style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Work closely with the new hire, allowing them to own the operational delivery while providing review and guidance support</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Support key finance processes, particularly month-end close (approx. 30% of the role)</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Review outputs and ensure quality before final sign-off</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Rebuild and improve 1-2 key financial models</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Focus on creating robust, transparent Excel models that the existing team can maintain upon completion.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Improve the existing cash flow forecasting model</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Ensure it integrates P&L, balance sheet and actuals</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Address complexities around intercompany transactions and reporting</li></ul><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Ideal Candidate Profile:</p><ul type="disc" style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Strong Excel modelling capability</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Experience building robust financial models for operational teams</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Comfortable working within smaller finance teams</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Able to provide oversight and mentoring to developing team members</li></ul><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">For more information or to apply, please contact Ben Williams @ Robert Half on 01179 935 400 or apply directly to this advert.</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/YmVuLndpbGxpYW1zLjkzMTQ0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are looking for a Finance Systems Analyst to support the implementation of a finance ERP system by analysing current finance processes, defining business requirements, and helping design future-state processes aligned to ERP best practice.</p><p>Based near Cirencester, with hybrid working.</p><p>* Process Analysis & Mapping Lead workshops to document as-is finance processes (AP, AR, GL, month-end, reporting, etc.). </p><p>Identify inefficiencies, control gaps, and improvement opportunities. Produce clear, visual process maps and supporting documentation.</p><p>* Requirements & Solution Design Translate business needs into clear ERP requirements and design specifications. Perform gap analysis between current processes and ERP functionality. Support customisation, reporting, and analytics requirements.</p><p>* To-Be Process Design o Work with ERP vendors/partners to define future-state processes. Align processes, controls, roles, and approvals to ERP best practice where possible. Identify required changes to policies, access, and operating model.</p><p>* Project & Delivery Support o Contribute to process documentation, RACI, SOPs, and procedure guides. Support data readiness, cleansing, mapping, and migration activities. Assist with UAT planning and execution, training materials, and cutover activities. Track issues, actions, and decisions for finance-related workstreams.</p><p>* Integration & Data Flow Support definition of system integrations, data mappings, and interfaces with other business systems. Ensure solution designs meet business and architectural requirements.</p><p>* Stakeholder Engagement Act as a bridge between finance, IT, and implementation partners. Present findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</p><p>Essential Skills & Experience</p><p>* Proven experience as a Business Analyst on ERP or finance system implementations.</p><p>* Strong understanding of core finance processes.</p><p>* Expertise in process mapping, requirements gathering, and documentation.</p><p>* Confident facilitator with strong stakeholder management skills.</p><p>* Clear written, visual, and verbal communication. </p><p>* Experience with ERP platforms (e.g. Business Central, Dynamics, NetSuite, SAP, Sage).</p><p>* Exposure to data migration, UAT, and change management. Key Deliverables</p><p>* As-is and to-be process maps.</p><p>* Business requirements catalogue and gap analysis.</p><p>* ERP solution and customisation specifications.</p><p>* UAT scenarios, SOPs, training inputs, and RACI documentation.</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/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci43NjAzNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working with a leading organisation within the <strong>education and not-for-profit sector</strong> is seeking an experienced <strong>Interim Head of FP&A</strong> to step into a critical leadership role at short notice.</p><p>This is a high-impact assignment requiring an individual who can quickly assess, stabilise and enhance financial planning and reporting processes, while providing clear insight to senior stakeholders.</p><p><strong>INTERIM HEAD OF FINANCIAL PLANNING & ANALYSIS</strong></p><p><strong>South West (On-Site)</strong><br /> <strong>£400 - £500 per day (inside IR35)</strong><br /> <strong>Immediate Start |3-6 Month Contract</strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will take ownership of the organisation's FP&A function during a key period of planning and financial oversight.</p><p>This is an <strong>on-site role</strong>, requiring a strong physical presence to engage with stakeholders, support the finance team and drive improvements at pace.</p><p>You will be expected to operate with minimal handover, quickly building credibility and delivering value from day one.</p><p><strong>Key Priorities (First 3-6 Months)</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and deliver the <strong>budgeting and forecasting cycle</strong></li><li>Review and strengthen <strong>financial models and forecasting accuracy</strong></li><li>Improve <strong>management reporting, KPIs and insight for senior leadership</strong></li><li>Provide <strong>scenario analysis and decision support</strong> during a period of change</li><li>Support and guide a <strong>small FP&A team</strong></li><li>Identify quick wins in <strong>process improvement, automation and data quality</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Own rolling forecasts, variance analysis and financial performance reporting</li><li>Deliver clear, concise insight to senior stakeholders and non-finance audiences</li><li>Partner with budget holders to improve financial understanding and control</li><li>Support strategic initiatives, investment appraisals and business cases</li><li>Enhance use of financial systems and reporting tools (e.g. Power BI, planning systems)</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)</li><li>Proven track record in <strong>interim FP&A or senior finance roles</strong></li><li>Strong experience delivering <strong>budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling under time pressure</strong></li><li>Comfortable operating in <strong>ambiguous or evolving environments</strong></li><li>Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence quickly</li><li>Advanced Excel and strong experience with BI / planning tools</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience in education, public sector or not-for-profit organisations</li><li>Experience stepping into roles at short notice and delivering rapid impact</li></ul><p><strong>Key Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Available to start <strong>immediately or within 1 week</strong></li><li>Able to commit to a <strong>6-month assignment</strong></li><li>Willing to work <strong>on-site in the South West</strong></li></ul><p> I look forward to reviewing your application, this is a organisation with a strong culture and ambitious vision, a great place to work, well respected across the south-west. <br /><br /></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/ZGFuaWVsLndpbGxpYW1zLjU2ODkwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Senior Finance Manager on behalf of a Global Sales business with offices in Milton Keynes.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Senior Finance Manager you will look after all core fiancé operations including compliance, statutory accounts and assisting with commercial rerporting and decision making. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><p>* Financial Reporting and statutory accounts under IFRS</p><p>* Monthly and Quarterly reporting</p><p>* Asset Management</p><p>* Treasury Management and FX</p><p>* Annual budgeting and forecasting</p><p>* Sales analysis and performance reporting</p><p>* P+L reporting and analysis</p><p>* Team Management</p><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified and Technically Strong Accountant either from a Practice or Industry environment with the ability to provide a best in class financial and group reporting process whilst also looking after the strategic performance and direction of the business. This is an excellent opportunity for a Technical individual to develop their skills across commercial areas in order to become a more rounded individual on the route to FD</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Senior Finance Manager is a Permanent Opportunity and working 5 days a week in the office in Milton Keynes. The role is paying up to £90K + Bonus + 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uOTk0ODkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Finance Manager on behalf of a Large Service Organisation with offices in Bedford.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Finance Manager you will take responsibility for managing the accounting function for key areas of technical accounting, JV work and VAT accounting. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Timely and accurate reporting of Corp Tax, partial exemption VAT, employment tax and CIS requirements.</li><li>Management of robust internal controls looking to improve and develop when the opportunity arises</li><li>Provision of financial information to key stakeholders</li><li>Reporting of assets and liabilities</li><li>Management of the balance sheet reconciliation process</li><li>Month end reporting</li><li>Team management and development.</li></ul><p>Your Profile.</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant who has managed teams and who has a strong, VAT, controls and core accounting background. You will have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work cross functionally across teams and stakeholders both within finance and non-finance.</p><p>Company</p><p>The Business is a key employer in the Bedford area and has a wide reach outside of Bedford and the Bedfordshire region providing an unparalleled service to its clients.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Finance Manager in Bedford is working on a Hybrid basis and offering a salary of £45-55k + 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uMTQ3MDUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-end="182" data-start="0"><strong data-start="0" data-end="14">JOB TITLE:</strong> Senior Finance Manager<br data-end="40" / data-start="37"> <strong data-start="40" data-end="55">DEPARTMENT:</strong> Finance<br data-start="63" / data-end="66"> <strong data-start="66" data-end="79">LOCATION:</strong> United Kingdom (Hybrid)<br / data-start="103" data-end="106"> <strong data-end="121" data-start="106">REPORTS TO:</strong> Director of Finance (UK)</p><h3 data-start="189" data-end="210">A. ROLE PURPOSE</h3><p data-end="482" data-start="211">The Senior Finance Manager will support the Director of Finance, deputising where required and ensuring effective management of finance, accounting, and tax matters. The role acts as a key business partner, providing strategic financial support to the UK leadership team.</p><h3 data-start="489" data-end="518">B. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</h3><ul data-end="1383" data-start="519"><li data-end="599" data-start="519"><p data-start="521" data-end="599">Support daily accounting and month-, quarter-, and year-end close processes.</p></li><li data-start="600" data-end="690"><p data-end="690" data-start="602">Lead budgets, long-range plans, and rolling forecasts; own management reporting (MIS).</p></li><li data-end="774" data-start="691"><p data-end="774" data-start="693">Deliver insightful reporting, ad-hoc analysis, and portfolio-level P&L reviews.</p></li><li data-end="851" data-start="775"><p data-start="777" data-end="851">Support business cases, financial modelling, and commercial initiatives.</p></li><li data-start="852" data-end="925"><p data-start="854" data-end="925">Manage intercompany and related-party reporting with shared services.</p></li><li data-start="926" data-end="1017"><p data-start="928" data-end="1017">Support supply chain finance processes, including inventory and efficiency forecasting.</p></li><li data-end="1090" data-start="1018"><p data-start="1020" data-end="1090">Assist with corporation tax and transfer pricing alongside advisors.</p></li><li data-start="1091" data-end="1158"><p data-end="1158" data-start="1093">Prepare cash flow forecasts and advise on funding requirements.</p></li><li data-end="1237" data-start="1159"><p data-end="1237" data-start="1161">Complete balance sheet reconciliations (leases, accruals, tax provisions).</p></li><li data-end="1305" data-start="1238"><p data-end="1305" data-start="1240">Maintain strong financial controls and support audit processes.</p></li><li data-end="1383" data-start="1306"><p data-start="1308" data-end="1383">Contribute to integration and continuous process improvement initiatives.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1390" data-end="1419">C. PERSON SPECIFICATION</h3><ul data-start="1420" data-end="1758"><li data-end="1473" data-start="1420"><p data-start="1422" data-end="1473">Audit Trained ACA or ACCA qualified with 2-3 years' PQE.</p></li><li data-start="1474" data-end="1558"><p data-start="1476" data-end="1558">Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel and ERP experience (SAP desirable).</p></li><li data-end="1621" data-start="1559"><p data-start="1561" data-end="1621">Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</p></li><li data-end="1690" data-start="1622"><p data-end="1690" data-start="1624">Proactive, resilient, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.</p></li><li data-end="1758" data-start="1691"><p data-start="1693" data-end="1758">Experience in a regulated or manufacturing sector advantageous.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1765" data-end="1788">CORE COMPETENCIES</h3><p data-start="1789" data-end="1942">Strategic thinking, innovation, customer focus, talent development, results orientation, process excellence, collaboration, and stakeholder management.</p><h3 data-end="1977" data-start="1949">ADDITIONAL INFORMATION</h3><p data-end="2027" data-is-only-node="" data-start="1978" data-is-last-node="">Some UK and international travel may be required.</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/Q2hhcmxlcy5QZW5tYW4uNDE1NTkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Group Credit Manager - £50.000 - £60.000 - Slough - hybrid</strong></p><p><strong>Role Overview</strong></p><p>The Group Credit Manager is responsible for overseeing the organisation's credit control strategy across multiple entities or regions. This role ensures effective management of credit risk, optimises cash flow, and leads the credit control team to deliver consistent and timely collections while maintaining strong customer relationships.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Credit Risk Management</strong></p><ul><li>Develop, implement, and maintain group-wide credit policies and procedures</li><li>Assess and approve credit limits, ensuring alignment with company risk appetite</li><li>Monitor customer creditworthiness using financial data, credit reports, and payment trends</li><li>Mitigate exposure to bad debt through proactive risk analysis and controls</li></ul><p><strong>Accounts Receivable & Collections</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the end-to-end credit control function across the group</li><li>Ensure timely collection of outstanding invoices and reduction of debtor days (DSO)</li><li>Manage escalation processes for overdue accounts, including legal action where necessary</li><li>Produce regular aged debt reports with clear commentary and action plans</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Team Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop the credit control team across multiple locations</li><li>Set performance targets and KPIs, conducting regular reviews</li><li>Drive a high-performance culture focused on accountability and continuous improvement</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Stakeholder Management</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with Sales, Finance, and Operations teams to balance commercial growth with risk management</li><li>Act as a key point of contact for senior stakeholders on credit-related matters</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers to support collections</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Systems & Process Improvement</strong></p><ul><li>Optimise use of ERP and credit management systems</li><li>Identify automation opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy</li><li>Lead or support system implementations and upgrades</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Skills & Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in a senior credit management role, ideally within a multi-entity or group structure</li><li>Strong understanding of credit risk analysis, financial statements, and cash flow management</li><li>Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li>Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail</li><li>Ability to operate in a fast-paced, commercially driven environment</li></ul><p> </p><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/TWF4LkNvdXJ0bmFnZS42ODE2OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half are partnering with a fast-growing, private equity backed healthcare organisation to recruit a Senior Finance Business Partner.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Operating a large and expanding network of sites across the UK, the business has experienced significant growth since its establishment in 2014 and now operates 80+ locations nationwide, with further expansion planned over the next 12 months.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-growth, commercially focused organisation where finance plays a key role in supporting operational performance and strategic decision-making.</p><h3>The Role</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">The Senior Finance Business Partner will work closely with Regional Directors and operational leadership teams, providing financial insight and commercial support across a portfolio of 30-40 sites.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is a highly visible role within the business, requiring someone comfortable influencing senior stakeholders, travelling to sites and driving financial performance.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Acting as the Finance Business Partner to Regional Directors, supporting operational and financial decision-making</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Delivering budgeting, forecasting and financial performance analysis across your region</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Providing clear and actionable commercial insight to operational stakeholders</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Identifying opportunities to improve profitability and operational efficiency across the site network</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Conducting regular site visits to build relationships with practice leadership teams</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Supporting business growth initiatives, strategic projects and operational improvements</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Preparing financial modelling and performance reporting to support senior leadership decision-making</p></li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>The role will involve regular travel across the UK</strong> to support a portfolio of 30-40 sites, working closely with operational teams on the ground.</p><h3>About You</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">We are looking for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working closely with operations and influencing business performance.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The successful candidate will demonstrate:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Fully qualified accountant</strong> (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Proven multi-site experience</strong> (e.g. retail, healthcare, hospitality, leisure or similar sectors)</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Strong Finance Business Partnering or Commercial Finance experience</strong></p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Excellent communication skills with the <strong>gravitas to influence senior operational stakeholders</strong></p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">A proactive, solutions-focused approach</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Willingness to travel regularly to sites across the UK</strong></p></li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">£65,000 base salary</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">£5,000 car allowance</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Bonus potential</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Flexible / remote working</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">The opportunity to join a high-growth, private equity backed organisation at an exciting stage of its expansion</p></li></ul><h3>Apply Now</h3><p>If you are a proven and influential Finance Business Partner with experience supporting multi-site operations, we would be particularly keen to hear from you. This role would suit someone who enjoys working closely with operational teams, building strong relationships across the business and using financial insight to drive performance and support strategic decision-making.</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/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuMDM1ODMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Head of Finance - Exclusive (Robert Half) - Based in Crick office based with flexibility/hybrid once probation has been passed.</strong></p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half are exclusively supporting the search for a Head of Finance, reporting to the Finance and Commercial Director and leading a team of four (2 Accounts Administrators, Finance Administrator, Credit Controller).</p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Role ownership:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Own end-to-end operational finance delivery</li><li>Lead monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)</li><li>Own budgeting, forecasting, and rolling forecasts</li><li>Oversee AP, AR, payroll, and full month-end close</li><li>Manage fixed assets (demo & hire fleet) including SAP processing, disposals, and depreciation</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Control & compliance:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Strengthen internal controls and financial governance</li><li>Improve reporting processes, systems, and financial discipline</li><li>Support year-end audit process</li><li>Ensure tax and regulatory compliance (including VAT)</li><li>Identify and manage financial and operational risk</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Commercial support:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Deliver financial insight and analysis to support decision-making</li><li>Improve forecasting accuracy through business driver understanding</li><li>Support challenge of cost base, margins, and performance assumptions</li><li>Drive profitability through commercial finance support</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Leadership & delivery:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Lead, develop, and scale a small finance team</li><li>Embed accountability, structure, and process discipline</li><li>Drive automation and continuous improvement across finance</li><li>Ensure the function is scalable to support growth</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Stakeholder scope:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Act as finance partner to operational teams and senior leadership</li><li>Operate across all levels from shop floor to board level</li><li>Engage with international stakeholders and major customers</li><li>UK & European travel may be required</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA or equivalent)</li><li>Strong ERP experience (SAP preferred)</li><li>5+ years' senior commercial finance experience</li><li>Proven leadership experience in a hands-on environment</li><li>Strong balance of operational detail and commercial thinking</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuMzI3OTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working in an exclusive partnership with a thriving business in Chippenham to recruit a newly created Finance Manager role on a full-time permanent basis. The Finance Manager will play a key role in a period of exciting transformation and growth. This position offers an opportunity for someone who enjoys a change-focused, fast-paced SME environment and wants to further develop their finance expertise in a collaborative team. The Finance Manager role would suit someone that is stepping up into their first Finance Manager position and someone that has recently qualified (3+ years PQE) within industry or practice. The salary is between £50,000 - £60,000 plus benefits and will be office based initially with potential to work from home 1-2 day in the long term. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p> </p><p>The main duties of the Finance Manager will consist of:</p><ul><li>Prepare and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts</li><li>Lead efficient close processes and ensure accurate financial reporting</li><li>Oversee cash flow, working capital, and treasury management activities</li><li>Ensure compliance with tax and statutory requirements</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements and drive digitisation/automation within finance</li><li>Support the development of KPIs and dashboards for performance monitoring</li><li>Managing, supporting and developing a small team</li><li>Deliver strategic support as part of a finance transformation road map</li><li>Partner across the business to deliver financial insights that drive value creation and support sustainable growth</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><p> </p><p>To be considered for the Finance Manager role, you must ideally possess the following skills/experience:</p><ul><li>ACCA, ACA, CIMA qualified with 3 years PQE, newly qualified or finalist will also be considered</li><li>Experience as a Finance Manager or in a similar finance leadership role within an SME or growth-focused business</li><li>Strong technical skills in accounting, reporting, and financial controls</li><li>Proven record of process improvement and operational optimisation</li><li>Proactive approach and forward thinking</li><li>Confident communicator, experienced in business partnering</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£50,000 - £60,000 annual salary</li><li>Annual bonus scheme</li><li>25 days holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday off</li><li>Employer pension contribution</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Employee recognition events</li><li>On site parking</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/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy4yNTk4My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
