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Head of finance

Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands
remote
Permanent
75000 - 80000 GBP / Yearly
<h1> </h1>An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Controller to join an employee-focused SME business, forming part of an international group. This role is based in South BirminghamBased within the UK entity, you will take full ownership of the UK finance function, reporting directly to the Managing Director and working closely with the wider international Group.This is a broad and commercially focused role, with responsibility for the full finance function, financial strategy, reporting, controls, cash flow and team leadership. You will provide financial insight to the MD and senior management team, while also supporting wider business decision-making.Alongside finance, the role will have responsibility for areas including payroll, HR support and quality management processes, making this an excellent opportunity for a senior finance professional looking for genuine ownership and influence within an SME environment.<h3>Financial Leadership & Strategy</h3><ul><li>Take full ownership of the UK finance function, ensuring the effective delivery of all financial activities.</li><li>Report directly to the Managing Director, providing clear financial insight and commercial advice.</li><li>Develop and implement the financial strategy in line with UK business objectives and wider Group requirements.</li><li>Prepare and deliver quarterly financial reporting to the international Group.</li><li>Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting and longer-term financial planning processes.</li><li>Monitor financial performance and identify opportunities to improve profitability, efficiency and cost management.</li></ul><h3>Financial Reporting & Compliance</h3><ul><li>Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts and financial reports.</li><li>Produce financial statements and support the annual audit process.</li><li>Oversee statutory reporting, tax requirements and financial compliance.</li><li>Manage the preparation and submission of corporate tax returns and other financial filings.</li><li>Ensure the UK entity complies with relevant accounting standards and financial regulations.</li><li>Liaise directly with HMRC, auditors, banking partners and other external stakeholders.</li></ul><h3>Cash Flow & Working Capital</h3><ul><li>Take overall responsibility for UK cash flow management.</li><li>Monitor working capital and liquidity.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve cash flow and minimise financial risk.</li><li>Oversee supplier payments and financial authorisation processes.</li></ul><h3>Group Reporting</h3><ul><li>Act as the key finance contact for the UK entity in relation to Group reporting.</li><li>Prepare and submit quarterly financial information to Group within agreed deadlines.</li><li>Ensure UK financial information is accurate, complete and aligned with Group requirements.</li><li>Work collaboratively with international finance colleagues and senior stakeholders.</li></ul><h3>Team Leadership</h3><ul><li>Lead, manage and develop the finance and accounts team.</li><li>Oversee the day-to-day activities of the accounts and administration function.</li><li>Support recruitment, training and development within the team.</li><li>Promote a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability.</li></ul><h3>Business Partnering</h3><ul><li>Work closely with the MD and senior management team to support commercial decision-making.</li><li>Provide financial insight across different areas of the business.</li><li>Monitor performance against budgets and agreed targets.</li><li>Provide recommendations around investment and business decisions.</li></ul><h3>Additional Responsibilities</h3>The role will also provide support across a number of wider business functions, including:<ul><li>HR and payroll oversight.</li><li>Supporting ISO 9001-related processes and continuous improvement.</li><li>Working with operational teams to collect and analyse business data.</li></ul>Personal profile<ul><li>CIMA, ACA or an equivalent accounting qualification.</li><li>Strong experience preparing management accounts and financial statements.</li><li>Previous experience leading or managing a finance team.</li><li>Strong knowledge of accounting standards and financial procedures.</li><li>Experience dealing with external auditors, HMRC and banking providers.</li><li>Strong commercial awareness and business partnering skills</li></ul>Salary - Up to £80k, plus bonus and fantastic benefits Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmJlYXR0aWUuNzQxNTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-26T11:25:44Z

Management Accountant

Faringdon, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
35000 - 38000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with an established organisation to recruit a part-time Management Accountant. The part-time Management Accountant can be based in either Faringdon or Wantage. This role is term time only and 30 hours per week. The full-time salary offered is up to £38,500 along with other attractive benefits including an enhanced pension. Please note due to the term time only element and 30 hours per week, take home salary will be circa £25,000-£26,000. Primary responsibilities; <ul><li>Assist and liaise with the Head of Finance Business Partnering, Finance Director and CFO to plan and produce 3-5-year budget forecasts across the organisation.</li><li>Undertake monthly in-year budget monitoring and reporting, covering both revenue and capital expenditure.</li><li>Undertake monthly payroll monitoring and reconciliation against budget, investigating discrepancies and supporting resolution where appropriate, with sign-off from relevant budget holders.</li><li>Support with payroll calculations and queries, calculating salaries based on grades, contracted hours and working arrangements to support accurate budget forecasting.</li><li>Act as a first point of contact for banking queries and process relevant bank transactions.</li><li>Take responsibility for maintaining the purchase ledger and ensuring transactions are accurately recorded.</li><li>Review and action open purchase orders as part of the month-end process.</li><li>Prepare and review prepayments, accruals, deferred income and accrued income as part of the month-end close.</li><li>Support the financial management and reporting of specific projects and commercial activities.</li><li>Assist and advise budget holders on procurement processes and achieving best value for money.</li><li>Ensure compliance with relevant financial, audit and reporting requirements, including those relating to external funding and regulatory bodies.</li><li>Maintain an awareness of relevant legislation and guidance covering finance, taxation, VAT, National Insurance and other financial matters.</li></ul> Key experience and attributes; <ul><li>Budgeting, reporting, monitoring budgets and providing financial management support.</li><li>Accruals, prepayments and month end journals experience.</li><li>Microsoft Office and advanced skills in Excel data management and reporting.</li><li>Organised and thorough with a good eye for detail and ability to work to deadlines.</li><li>Ability to work independently.</li><li>Rigorous and methodical with the ability to manage own workload and meet deadlines.</li><li>Work effectively under pressure, managing conflicting priorities and meeting challenging deadlines.</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuMzY3NjEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-11-04T16:57:12Z

Management Accountant

Wantage, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
35000 - 38000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with an established organisation based in Wantage to recruit a Management Accountant. This role is term time only! The salary offered is up to £38,000 along with other attractive benefits including an enhanced pension. Please note due to the term time only element, salary will be adjusted to match the additional holidays. Therefore, max take home salary will be circa £32,000. Primary responsibilities; <ul><li>Assist and liaise with the Head of Finance Business Partnering, Finance Director and CFO to plan and produce 3-5-year budget forecasts across the organisation.</li><li>Undertake monthly in-year budget monitoring and reporting, covering both revenue and capital expenditure.</li><li>Undertake monthly payroll monitoring and reconciliation against budget, investigating discrepancies and supporting resolution where appropriate, with sign-off from relevant budget holders.</li><li>Support with payroll calculations and queries, calculating salaries based on grades, contracted hours and working arrangements to support accurate budget forecasting.</li><li>Act as a first point of contact for banking queries and process relevant bank transactions.</li><li>Take responsibility for maintaining the purchase ledger and ensuring transactions are accurately recorded.</li><li>Review and action open purchase orders as part of the month-end process.</li><li>Prepare and review prepayments, accruals, deferred income and accrued income as part of the month-end close.</li><li>Support the financial management and reporting of specific projects and commercial activities.</li><li>Assist and advise budget holders on procurement processes and achieving best value for money.</li><li>Ensure compliance with relevant financial, audit and reporting requirements, including those relating to external funding and regulatory bodies.</li><li>Maintain an awareness of relevant legislation and guidance covering finance, taxation, VAT, National Insurance and other financial matters.</li></ul> Key experience and attributes; <ul><li>Budgeting, reporting, monitoring budgets and providing financial management support.</li><li>Accruals, prepayments and month end journals experience.</li><li>Microsoft Office and advanced skills in Excel data management and reporting.</li><li>Organised and thorough with a good eye for detail and ability to work to deadlines.</li><li>Ability to work independently.</li><li>Rigorous and methodical with the ability to manage own workload and meet deadlines.</li><li>Work effectively under pressure, managing conflicting priorities and meeting challenging deadlines.</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuMDUwMzEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-02T16:05:24Z

Finance Manager

Devizes, Wiltshire
remote
Temporary
70000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are recruiting an Interim Head of Finance (12-Month FTC) in Wiltshire (Office Based)Start Date: December 2026The OpportunityA growing and successful business based in Wiltshire is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Finance to join the organisation on a 12-month fixed-term contract.Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this is a hands-on leadership role overseeing a team and playing a key role in supporting the company's continued growth and strategic development.This position would suit a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys balancing operational finance, business partnering, and strategic projects within a growing environment.Key Responsibilities Lead, develop and support a finance team of five.Produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts.Oversee costing and profitability analysis across business lines.Deliver insightful financial analysis to support operational and strategic decision-making.Manage budgeting, forecasting and cash flow processes.Lead the annual audit process and act as the key point of contact for external auditors.Ensure VAT compliance and oversee all statutory financial obligations.Support payroll processes and financial controls.Manage CAPEX reporting, tracking and investment analysis.Work closely with the Finance Director on strategic initiatives and business improvement projects.Support M&A activity, including due diligence, analysis and integration support where required.Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, reporting and controls.Candidate ProfileThe successful candidate will demonstrate:Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA ).Previous experience in a Head of Finance, Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager position. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci4zOTIyOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-28T09:37:40Z

Accounts Payable & Expenses Administrator

Slough, Berkshire
remote
Temporary
15 - 18 GBP / Hourly
<h1>Accounts Payable & Expenses Administrator</h1>Location: Datchet, near SloughContract: Interim - 3 months initiallyWorking pattern: 5 days per week, office-basedPay rate: £15-£18 per hour + holiday pay, depending on experienceStart date: Immediate start required<h2>The Opportunity</h2>We are currently recruiting for an experienced Accounts Payable & Expenses Administrator to join a busy finance team based in Datchet on an initial 3-month interim contract.The role will initially focus on supporting the expenses function, helping to clear a backlog and ensure expenses are processed accurately and efficiently. Once this has been brought under control, the successful candidate will move across to support the wider Accounts Payable team.This is a great opportunity for someone who is immediately available, enjoys working in a fast-paced finance environment and is happy to get stuck into a varied, hands-on role. You need to have Good Excel skills and knowledge<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Process and review employee expenses, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies. </li><li>Support the team in clearing an existing backlog of expense claims. </li><li>Investigate discrepancies and resolve expense-related queries. </li><li>Ensure expenses are correctly coded and supported by the relevant documentation. </li><li>Provide general administrative support to the finance team as required. </li><li>Support the Accounts Payable function, including processing supplier invoices and maintaining accurate records. </li><li>Assist with invoice queries, reconciliations and other AP-related duties. </li><li>Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure finance processes run smoothly and deadlines are met. </li></ul><h2>The Ideal Candidate</h2><ul><li>Previous experience in an Accounts Payable, Expenses or Finance Administration role. </li><li>Confident processing expenses and handling high volumes of financial transactions. </li><li>Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work. </li><li>Good organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and work through a backlog. </li><li>Comfortable working in a busy team environment and adapting to changing priorities. </li><li>Good Excel and general IT skills. </li><li>Immediately available and able to commit to an initial 3-month contract. </li><li>Able to commute to Datchet and work in the office five days per week. </li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul><li>An initial 3-month interim assignment. </li><li>£15-£18 per hour, plus holiday pay, depending on experience. </li><li>An immediate start. </li><li>The opportunity to gain experience across both expenses and Accounts Payable within a busy finance team. </li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UG9wcHkuR3JhbnQuMDg3MTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-14T09:55:33Z

Financial Controller

Oxfordshire, Oxfordshire
remote
Temporary
65000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
Temporary Financial Controller Role<ul><li>2 month temporary role</li><li>Mainly remote, occasional travel to Oxfordshire</li><li>£65,000 - £70,000 equivalent</li><li>Interviews next week</li></ul> Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage payroll and lead the month-end process.</li><li>Prepare the monthly Board pack and financial reporting.</li><li>Oversee cashflow management and forecasting.</li><li>Prepare and post journals, ensuring accurate financial records.</li><li>Take responsibility for financial reporting and provide clear insight to senior stakeholders.</li></ul> Key Requirements:<ul><li>Must have Xero experience.</li><li>Strong month-end and financial reporting experience.</li><li>Confident communicating with senior stakeholders.</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuMzI0NDkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-07T19:56:58Z

Finance Officer

Wantage, Oxfordshire
remote
Temporary
35000 - 37000 GBP / Yearly
<h2>Temporary Finance Officer Role Wantage | Initially 2 - 3 months £20 per hour | Temporary</h2>Robert Half Ltd are pleased to be working with an organisation based in Wantage that are looking for a someone to provide financial support across multiple sites on a temporary basis. Key responsibilities:🔹 Budget preparation, forecasting and monthly budget monitoring 🔹 Revenue and capital reporting and variance analysis 🔹 Monthly payroll monitoring and reconciliation 🔹 Purchase ledger, purchase orders and banking 🔹 Month-end journals including accruals, prepayments and deferred income 🔹 Supporting procurement and ensuring value for money 🔹 Providing financial support to Headteachers and senior finance stakeholders 🔹 Ensuring compliance with relevant finance, VAT and reporting requirements About you:🔹 Experience in month end reporting, handling transactional finance 🔹 Excellent attention to detail and organisation 🔹 Confident communicating with non-finance stakeholdersRobert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuMTI3NTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-02T08:46:28Z

FIA Reporting Analyst

Northamptonshire, Northamptonshire
remote
Permanent
- GBP / Yearly
<h1 data-pm-slice="1 1 []">FIA Reporting Analyst</h1>Location: Northamptonshire Salary: Competitive + world-class benefits Working Pattern: Full-time, 5 days per week on siteRobert Half are delighted to be working with a highly successful, internationally recognised organisation to recruit an FIA Reporting Analyst into a high-performing Finance team.If you are a fully qualified accountant with a strong technical grounding in financial reporting, regulatory compliance and internal controls, and are looking for an opportunity to apply your expertise within a complex, high-performance environment, this is an opportunity you should seriously consider.This is a five-day-a-week office-based role, but the working environment is exceptional and designed around employee wellbeing, performance and development.This is not your typical Financial Reporting role.It is a rare opportunity to join an exceptional organisation where Finance plays a critical role in ensuring regulatory compliance, financial integrity and robust internal controls.You will take ownership of FIA regulatory reporting submissions, working with complex financial data and collaborating with stakeholders across the business to ensure reporting is accurate, timely and fully aligned with wider financial reporting requirements.The role offers a fantastic blend of technical accounting, regulatory reporting, audit, data analysis and continuous improvement. You will also have the opportunity to influence reporting processes, strengthen controls and become a trusted specialist in a highly technical area of Finance.The RoleYou will take ownership of key financial reporting and regulatory activities, including:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Preparing and delivering FIA regulatory reporting submissions for full-year and interim reporting periods.</li><li>Ensuring accurate, timely and compliant reporting, with full alignment between FIA schedules and wider internal and external financial reporting.</li><li>Maintaining data integrity across reporting schedules, investigating discrepancies and ensuring timely resolution.</li><li>Monitoring regulatory changes and supporting the implementation of new reporting requirements.</li><li>Acting as a trusted business specialist for internal cost cap regulatory queries.</li><li>Supporting internal audit activities and the ongoing development of robust financial controls.</li><li>Ensuring alignment with Power Unit Financial Regulations (PUFR) and relevant regulatory requirements.</li><li>Developing, maintaining and documenting reporting controls, procedures and processes.</li><li>Analysing complex financial data, identifying anomalies and resolving issues through detailed investigation.</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve reporting processes, automation, data quality and control effectiveness.</li><li>Supporting the optimisation of controls testing and the wider reporting environment.</li><li>Working closely with internal stakeholders to ensure financial reporting is accurate, consistent and delivered to the required deadlines.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for a fully qualified accountant who is technically strong, analytical and confident working with complex financial information.<ul data-spread="false"><li>ACA or ACCA qualified, with 1-2 years' post-qualified experience.</li><li>Experience in regulatory reporting, financial reporting, audit or financial compliance.</li><li>A background within a professional accountancy environment, ideally Big 4 or Top 6.</li><li>Experience auditing internal controls, testing procedures and validating financial data.</li><li>A strong understanding of UK accounting regulations and statutory accounts.</li><li>Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret large volumes of financial data and investigate complex discrepancies.</li><li>Strong attention to detail, accuracy and a commitment to maintaining high reporting standards.</li><li>The ability to identify opportunities to improve controls, reporting processes and data quality.</li><li>Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the confidence to challenge existing processes and drive best practice.</li><li>A proactive, flexible and accountable approach, with the ability to work accurately in a fast-moving, performance-oriented environment.</li></ul>Why Consider This Opportunity?This is an opportunity to join an organisation that genuinely invests in its people, offering an exceptional working environment, world-class benefits and a culture focused on employee wellbeing, performance and development.You will be joining a high-performing Finance team where technical expertise is valued, continuous improvement is encouraged and you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the wider business.For a qualified accountant looking to develop their technical expertise within a complex, internationally recognised organisation, this is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in their career.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNjM4NzguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-11-02T14:53:11Z

Assistant Accountant

Bicester, Oxfordshire
remote
Temporary
35000 - 37000 GBP / Yearly
<h2 data-pm-slice="1 3 []">Assistant Accountant - Temporary Role </h2>Robert Half Ltd are pleased to be working with a business based in Bicester that are looking for an Assistant Accountant to join a finance team on a temporary basis. Key Details<ul data-spread="false"><li>Location: Bicester</li><li>Start Date: Within the next week</li><li>Contract: Temporary, with the potential to become permanent</li><li>Salary: Up to £37,000</li></ul> Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process purchase and sales invoices and maintain accurate financial records</li><li>Perform bank reconciliations</li><li>Assist with accounts receivable</li><li>Support month-end and year-end processes</li><li>Prepare financial reports and analysis as required</li><li>Resolve finance-related queries and support the wider finance team</li></ul> About You<ul data-spread="false"><li>Previous experience in an accounts or finance role.</li><li>Previous reconciliation experience</li><li>Ideally used Xero (if not similar)</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuOTQ4ODIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-15T10:47:57Z

34 results for Payroll Administrator in Witney, Oxfordshire