<p> </p><p>Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with DEEP Manufacturing to recruit a newly created Financial Controller position on a permanent basis to be based in Avonmouth, Bristol. This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapid scale business, built from a much needed innovation within the manufacturing space. Reporting to the CFO, you will play an active role in the building of processes, controls and systems alongside people as the business grows - this role will build the foundation of a finance function in a fast paced environment.</p><p> </p><p>The Financial Controller position will play a pivotal role in establishing the finance function for DEEP Manufacturing as it transitions to a standalone entity from the group structure. You will deliver robust day-to-day finance activities whilst actively driving new and improved processes and systems.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About DEEP Manufacturing…</strong></p><p>DEEP Manufacturing specializes in the rapid production of large, high-integrity metal components. From its facilities in Bristol, UK, and Houston, U.S., it operates one of the world's largest concentrations of Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) systems - delivering speed, scale and quality of production.</p><p>When DEEP set out to build a new generation of subsea human habitats, it found traditional manufacturing processes fell short on total cost, lead times and material waste. DEEP Manufacturing was launched to produce underwater pressure vessels for human occupancy. Today, its capacity and capability in large metal part production is offered to other customers in any industry, anywhere in the world.</p><p><strong>The Financial Controller Role…</strong></p><ul><li>Own the monthly management accounts process and associated reporting</li><li>Balance Sheet control and reconciliations</li><li>Preparation of statutory accounts and support the audit process</li><li>Assist with transfer pricing and intercompany arrangements</li><li>Support with VAT, corporation tax and other tax requirements with support of external providers</li><li>Business partnering with non-finance stakeholders within the manufacturing space guiding on performance, productivity, inventory, stock control, labour efficiency and CAPEX</li><li>Own standard costing, inventory accounting and WIP</li><li>Build scalable finance processes, ERP optimisation and adoption of necessary tools for a best in class function</li><li>As the business scales, recruit and develop a purpose built team offering clear routes for progression</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About you…</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)</li><li>Strong technical accounting experience (UK GAAP, IFRS)</li><li>Experience within ERP optimisation and utilisation</li><li>Evidence of working within a start-up/scale up environment</li><li>Strong working knowledge of manufacturing principles and accounting</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What's on offer…</strong></p><ul><li>£80,000 to £90,000 per annum base salary</li><li>20% discretionary bonus</li><li>Enhanced pension (9% employer contribution)</li><li>Private Medical Insurance</li><li>On-site catering</li><li>On-site gym</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/QW5keS5Ucm91cC43Njg4Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Finance Controller</strong></p><p>Are you looking to join a progressive, purpose‑driven organisation in a senior finance leadership role?</p><p><strong>Robert Half are delighted to be partnered with Enroly and Ecctis on this pivotal role</strong>, offering a unique opportunity to work across two innovative and growing organisations operating at the forefront of international education and technology.</p><p><strong>About Enroly & Ecctis</strong><br /> Ecctis is a globally recognised leader in the evaluation of international qualifications and skills, working with governments, universities and employers worldwide to support global mobility and education standards.</p><p>Enroly is a fast‑growing technology business transforming how universities manage international student compliance and onboarding, delivering a seamless and secure student experience through its innovative platform.</p><p>Together, they offer a dynamic and collaborative environment with a strong sense of purpose. As an <strong>Employee Ownership Trust</strong>, the organisations promote a culture where employees are genuinely invested in the success of the business, with a shared commitment to innovation, inclusivity and continuous improvement.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong><br /> This is a high‑impact Finance Controller role, responsible for leading the finance function across both organisations. You will play a key role in driving financial performance, strengthening controls and providing strategic insight to support continued growth.</p><p>Reporting to the Finance Director, you will oversee a team and act as a trusted partner to senior stakeholders, ensuring the delivery of accurate financial reporting, robust governance and commercial insight.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, develop and manage the finance team, driving performance and continuous improvement</li><li>Oversee all core finance operations, including ledgers, payroll, VAT and regulatory reporting</li><li>Deliver monthly management accounts with clear, insightful commentary for leadership</li><li>Own budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning across the group</li><li>Ensure strong financial controls, compliance and successful delivery of audit processes</li><li>Provide commercial insight, partnering with the business on performance, pricing and cost optimisation</li><li>Support strategic decision‑making and deputise for the Finance Director when required</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p><strong>Qualifications & Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Professionally qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)</li><li>Proven experience in a senior finance leadership or controller role</li><li>Strong technical knowledge across financial reporting, controls, tax and audit</li><li>Experience managing and developing finance teams</li><li>Track record of improving systems, processes and financial performance</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Attributes</strong></p><ul><li>Strong commercial acumen and strategic mindset</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills</li><li>Results‑driven with a proactive, solutions‑focused approach</li><li>High attention to detail and strong governance focus</li><li>Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, evolving environment</li></ul><p><strong>Salary and Benefits</strong><br /> A competitive salary of up to £70,000, alongside a comprehensive benefits package and hybrid working. This is a fantastic opportunity to join collaborative, forward‑thinking organisations where you can make a genuine impact and play a key role in shaping future growth.</p><p><strong>How to Apply</strong><br /> For further information or to apply, please contact Andy Troup on 0117 993 5404 or email your CV</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/QW5keS5Ucm91cC42NTg3MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting an Italian or French speaking Accounts Receivable Clerk on a permanent basis in Swindon. You will take ownership of the receivables for two Italian sites, supporting the business in collecting cash, managing risk and keeping customer relationships strong. This is a great opportunity for a language-skilled finance professional to build a career within an international, multi-functional finance team.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p>The Accounts Receivable Clerk will be responsible for a range of duties including but not limited to:</p><ul><li>Taking ownership of two Italian sites and their AR ledgers</li><li>Managing the collection of country receivables</li><li>Setting up new customers</li><li>Assessing and managing risk on credit lines</li><li>Holding debtor ageing meetings with local customer service teams, sales and finance controllers, discussing customer status and helping where needed</li><li>Reporting weekly debtor data, including actual and projected bad debt</li><li>Managing month-end close and completing reconciliations between Accounts Receivable and the General Ledger</li><li>Completing weekly GL uploads</li><li>Partnering with other functions across the European SSC</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Fluent Italian or French language skills.</li><li>Previous experience in a Finance or Accounts Receivable or Credit Control role, preferably within an international company.</li><li>Strong communication and customer relationship management skills.</li><li>Proven ability to manage collections, resolve account queries and reduce overdue debt.</li><li>Strong Excel knowledge and skills.</li><li>Experience in a shared service or multinational environment is beneficial.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>£30,000 - £35,000 base salary.</li><li>Office based during the initial training period</li><li>Following successful completion of training, hybrid working of 3 days in the office and 2 days from home</li><li>28 days annual leave + bank holidays.</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/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmNsZW1lbnRzLjU3ODU2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Accounts Receivable & Credit Control Assistant</strong></p><p><strong>£30,000-£40,000 | Bristol | Office-based | Monday-Friday</strong></p><p><strong>An opportunity to take ownership, develop your skills and make a real impact within a growing finance function.</strong></p><p>Are you an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for a role where you can take ownership of your work, broaden your experience and become a key part of a finance team?</p><p>We're working with a business in Bristol looking to appoint an Accounts Receivable & Credit Control Assistant.</p><p>You'll play an important role in the day-to-day running of the finance function, taking responsibility for customer accounts, overseeing outstanding payments and helping ensure the business maintains strong financial controls. What's particularly appealing about this opportunity is the breadth of exposure it offers, with the chance to get involved in process improvements, systems development and wider finance projects.</p><p>If you're someone who enjoys taking initiative, building relationships and finding better ways of working, this could be an excellent next step.</p><p><strong>Why consider this opportunity?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Real responsibility:</strong> Take ownership of customer accounts and have a direct influence on the effectiveness of the sales ledger and credit control function.</li><li><strong>Variety:</strong> Enjoy a broad position covering invoicing, reconciliations, cash allocation, credit management, reporting and month-end activities.</li><li><strong>Opportunity to make improvements:</strong> Get involved in developing processes, improving financial controls and making better use of existing systems.</li><li><strong>Wider finance exposure:</strong> Work alongside the Financial Controller and wider finance team, gaining exposure beyond the traditional accounts receivable remit.</li><li><strong>Career development:</strong> An opportunity to build on your existing finance experience, with AAT studies and further professional development welcomed.</li></ul><p><strong>What will you be doing?</strong></p><p>You'll have a varied workload, with responsibility spanning several important areas of the finance operation.</p><p><strong>Accounts Receivable & Sales Ledger</strong></p><ul><li>Manage the accurate and timely processing of customer invoices.</li><li>Maintain customer accounts, ensuring records are accurate and up to date.</li><li>Complete sales ledger reconciliations and investigate any discrepancies.</li><li>Allocate incoming payments and resolve unidentified or unallocated cash.</li><li>Prepare and issue monthly customer statements.</li></ul><p><strong>Credit Control & Customer Relationships</strong></p><ul><li>Proactively monitor outstanding balances and take ownership of chasing overdue payments.</li><li>Contact customers via telephone, email and written correspondence to resolve payment queries and secure outstanding funds.</li><li>Negotiate payment arrangements where necessary and escalate more challenging accounts.</li><li>Help achieve debtor day and overdue debt collection targets.</li><li>Review new customer credit applications and assist with setting and monitoring appropriate credit limits.</li></ul><p><strong>Reporting & Financial Controls</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with aged debt reporting and cash collection forecasting.</li><li>Support month-end activities relating to accounts receivable and credit control.</li><li>Ensure transactions are accurately documented and appropriate audit trails are maintained.</li></ul><p><strong>Process Improvement & Wider Finance Support</strong></p><ul><li>Contribute to improving customer onboarding, credit control and order-to-cash procedures.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline processes and maximise the functionality of existing finance systems.</li><li>Work with colleagues across the business to resolve invoice queries, discrepancies and customer disputes.</li><li>Support the wider finance team during periods of absence or increased workload.</li><li>Get involved in ad hoc finance projects and initiatives focused on improving efficiency, controls and reporting.</li></ul><p><strong>What are we looking for?</strong></p><p>We're keen to speak with individuals who have some previous experience in a finance or accounts-based position, particularly within sales ledger, accounts receivable or credit control.</p><p>You'll ideally have:</p><ul><li>Previous experience in a finance, accounts administration or customer accounts role, ideally with exposure to sales ledger and credit control.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accuracy across financial records.</li><li>Confident communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to negotiate professionally with customers.</li><li>Excellent organisation and time management, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.</li><li>A proactive attitude, taking ownership of responsibilities and working independently.</li><li>An inquisitive mindset and an interest in understanding and improving financial systems and processes.</li><li>Experience using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook and Teams.</li><li>Exposure to an ERP or finance system such as Microsoft Dynamics, Sage or SAP.</li></ul><p><strong>It would be a bonus if you also have:</strong></p><ul><li>An interest in continuous improvement and process optimisation.</li><li>AAT studies or an ambition to pursue a professional finance qualification.</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£30,000-£40,000 salary, dependent on experience.</li><li>23 days annual leave plus bank holidays.</li><li>Private healthcare cash plan.</li><li>Life insurance.</li><li>Free onsite parking.</li><li>Employee referral programme.</li></ul><p><strong>The Practical Details</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Location:</strong> Bristol.</li><li><strong>Working pattern:</strong> Fully office-based.</li><li><strong>Hours:</strong> 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, standard office hours</li><li><strong>Reporting to:</strong> Financial Controller.</li></ul><p><strong>Interested?</strong></p><p>If this sounds interesting I want to hear from you… please reach out to apply!</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/SnVhbi5Db2xlZ2F0ZS45MzkwNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p dir="ltr"><strong>P/T: Charity Accountant (12-Month Maternity Cover)</strong></p><p dir="ltr"><strong>Location:</strong> Bristol, South West (some travel between sites) | <br /><strong>Hours:</strong> 3 days per week, flexible working considered |<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £40,000-£45,000 FTE, pro rata | <br /><strong>Contract:</strong> 12-month fixed term (maternity cover)</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>The opportunity</strong></p><p dir="ltr">Robert Half is recruiting for a respected, values-led charity looking for a part-time Charity Accountant to cover a 12-month maternity leave. You'll be the finance partner to a busy operational division generating around £4.5m in annual revenue, working closely with its senior leader and site managers.</p><p dir="ltr">It's a varied, hands-on role in a friendly, mission-driven organisation. You'll protect income, keep the numbers accurate and give leadership a clear financial picture.</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>What you'll be doing</strong></p><ul dir="ltr"><li>Monitoring income across multiple sites, identifying and resolving anomalies</li><li>Running invoicing, raising credits and adjustments, and calculating late payment charges</li><li>Managing debt and credit control</li><li>Reconciling operational system data to external funding and producing reports for managers to action</li><li>Checking bank receipts and making sure payments are allocated correctly</li><li>Producing balance and financial reporting for the CEO, Executive Directors and Accounts</li><li>Supporting site managers with system queries and changes</li><li>Spotting opportunities to improve processes and efficiency</li></ul><p dir="ltr"><strong>About you</strong></p><ul dir="ltr"><li>Experience in an accounting, finance business partnering or management accounting role. Full qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, AAT or similar) is <strong>not essential</strong>; relevant experience matters more</li><li>A charity background would be beneficial but is not essential</li><li>Strong Excel and Microsoft skills, with good analytical and problem-solving ability</li><li>Confident handling sensitive data in line with GDPR</li><li>A strong communicator who works well with non-finance colleagues at every level</li><li>Organised, accurate and happy to use your own initiative</li><li>Experience of change management or process improvement (desirable)</li><li>A genuine interest in the charity sector</li><li>A driving licence and access to a car</li><li>Willingness to undergo pre-employment checks</li></ul><p dir="ltr"><strong>What's on offer</strong></p><ul dir="ltr"><li>£40,000-£45,000 FTE, pro rata for 3 days per week</li><li>Flexible working, including some home working</li><li>28 days' holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata)</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>Wellbeing benefits</li><li>A supportive, friendly team and a charity that genuinely cares</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/ZGFuaWVsLndpbGxpYW1zLjU0MTE3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
Finance Assistant | South Derbyshire<br><br><p class="isSelectedEnd">Are you looking for a role where you can develop your finance career, gain further qualifications and have a clear path to progress?</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">I'm working with an established business in South Derbyshire that is looking to add a Finance Assistant to its growing finance team.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This would suit someone with some experience across sales ledger, accounts receivable or credit control who is looking to take the next step and build on their existing experience.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The role will have a particular focus on:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Sales ledger and accounts receivable</li><li>Sales invoicing and cash allocation</li><li>Customer queries and account reconciliations</li><li>Credit control and dispute management</li><li>Supporting the wider finance team</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd">What makes this opportunity stand out is the investment in your development. The business offers study support towards professional qualifications, alongside genuine opportunities to progress as you develop your skills and experience.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">📍 South Derbyshire<br />📚 Study support<br />📈 Progression opportunities</p><p>If you're looking for your next finance role and want to join a business that will invest in you and support your development, get in touch for more information.</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/SGFubmFoLkFybm90dC4xNjg4Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working in partnership with a reputable, continuously growing company in Cirencester to recruit a Credit Controller role on a full-time permanent basis. This is a great opportunity for a proactive and organised Credit Controller to join their Finance team. This role is key to reducing outstanding debt, supporting company policies, improving cash flow, and ensuring timely payment collection while maintaining strong customer relationships. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing customer accounts, resolving payment queries efficiently, and providing vital support to the wider Finance function and business growth. The salary is up to £30,000 plus hybrid working and other excellent benefits. </p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p> </p><p>The main duties of the role will consist of:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Chase outstanding payments by telephone and email, agree payment dates, and maintain accurate records of customer conversations.</li><li>Managing debtor communications in line with company credit control policy, including sending reminder letters, copy invoices, and proof of delivery documents.</li><li>Issuing sales invoices and credit notes to maintenance customers and submit invoices and credits through customer portals.</li><li>Posting cash receipts accurately and carry out general customer account administration, including credit account applications.</li><li>Liaising closely with Sales Teams to resolve customer queries and disputes promptly while maintaining positive customer relationships.</li><li>Processing credit checks, report on debtor status to the Assistant Finance Manager, and provide cover across Accounts Receivable and other finance functions as needed.</li></ul><h3> </h3><p><strong>About you..</strong></p><p> </p><p>To be considered for the Credit Controller role, you must ideally possess the following skills/experience:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Must have 2+ years within credit control or accounts receivable.</li><li>Confident communicating with customers by phone and email.</li><li>Highly organised with strong attention to detail.</li><li>Able to manage queries and disputes professionally and efficiently.</li><li>Comfortable working collaboratively with internal stakeholders.</li><li>Able to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£28,000 - £30,000 annual salary</li><li>Hybrid working; 2 days from home, 3 days on site</li><li>Pension scheme </li><li>25 days annual leave</li><li>Life assurance </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/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy4yODc0Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are exclusively working with a growing SME to recruit a Finance Manager to join their finance function. The business has grown significantly in recent years and has the potential for further growth through business acquisitions.</p><ul><li><strong>Finance Manager </strong></li><li><strong>Kidlington, Oxfordshire </strong></li><li><strong>Permanent </strong></li><li><strong>£55,000 </strong></li></ul><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>They are looking for a Finance Manager to take ownership of financial reporting and control. You will be a trusted member of the management team. You'll produce accurate, timely management accounts, lead the budgeting and forecasting cycle, and give the business the insight it needs to make good decisions.</p><p>This suits a hands-on finance professional from an SME environment who is comfortable running the whole finance function day to day, and who can also step back, look at the numbers and advise the business.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Produce monthly management accounts and financial reports, with clear commentary and analysis for the management team</li><li>Lead the annual budget and ongoing forecasting process, working with budget holders across the business</li><li>Analyse financial performance and standing, flagging risks and opportunities early</li><li>Work with the management team to set financial goals and track performance against them</li><li>Take responsibility for the overall financial performance of the company</li><li>Oversee the day-to-day finance function, including supervising the bookkeeper and finance team</li><li>Manage cash flow, banking, supplier payments and credit control, including aged debt 60 days+</li><li>Oversee payroll preparation, VAT and all other HMRC requirements, making sure deadlines are met</li><li>Manage the year-end process and statutory accounts</li><li>Liaise with auditors, lenders and other external parties</li><li>Continue to improve finance processes, controls and systems as the business grows</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant or qualified by experience, with a strong track record in a senior finance role</li><li>Proven experience in management accounting, financial reporting, and budgeting and forecasting</li><li>Experience in an SME environment, ideally running or overseeing a small finance team</li><li>Strong working knowledge of VAT, payroll and statutory year-end processes</li><li>Confident using accounting software and Excel</li><li>A clear communicator who can explain the numbers to non-finance colleagues</li><li>Accurate, organised and proactive, with a practical, hands-on approach</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Free parking</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>Workplace pension (5% employee / 3% employer)</li><li>25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, increasing by one day every two years</li><li>Company closed for two weeks over Christmas (3 days taken from your holiday allowance)</li><li>Christmas party, summer party and quarterly team meals</li><li>Choice of private office or open-plan working</li><li>Hybrid working and flexible hours available</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/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS41NjgwMy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently looking to recruit a Transactional Finance Manager to join a rapidly growing PE backed Services business on a <strong>fully-remote basis</strong>. For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:</p><p><strong>£50,000 - £60,000 plus wider benefits package</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Roles and responsibilities over time will include but not limited to: </strong></p><ul><li>Own end-to-end accounts receivable and credit control: cash collection, aged debt and credit risk across the group's customer base</li><li>Own accounts payable: supplier payment runs, invoice processing controls and supplier relationship management</li><li>Own cash management: daily cash positioning, bank reconciliations and short-term cash forecasting into the Group FC</li><li>Own payroll: accurate, on-time monthly payroll for all group employees, including statutory compliance (PAYE, NI, pensions auto-enrolment) and liaison with HR/Shared Services on starters, leavers and changes</li><li>Act as right hand to the Group FC, alongside the Management Accountant: covering process, controls and people management so the FC can focus on consolidation, statutory reporting and board/investor reporting</li><li>Manage, coach and develop the transactions team, setting clear standards for accuracy, timeliness and service to the rest of the business</li><li>Support month-end close: transactional cut-off, accruals/prepayments relevant to AP/AR, and clean handover of data to the Management Accountant and Group FC</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person specification:</strong></p><ul><li>Extensive experience managing transactional finance teams across AP/AR</li><li>Strong process improvement and automation experience</li><li>Confident using a wide range of finance systems, in particular Excel</li><li>Strong controls mindset - able to spot and fix a process gap before it becomes an audit finding</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>For the right person the client is offering:</strong></p><p><strong>£50,000 - £60,000 plus wider benefits package</strong></p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi40NjI2Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently looking to recruit a Senior Credit Controller to join a well-recognised Professional Services company based in Bristol. For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:</p><p><strong>£32,000 - £40,000 plus bonus, hybrid remote working and wider benefits package</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Roles and responsibilities over time will include but not limited to: </strong></p><ul><li>Take ownership of assigned ledgers, managing collections, query resolution, credit limits and escalations, while proactively engaging stakeholders to ensure timely payment and resolution of disputes in line with KPIs</li><li>Effectively manage stakeholder relationships at all levels, both internally and externally, ensuring clear proactive communication and resolution of issues</li><li>Lead credit control meetings for assigned sales teams, providing updates on account status and agreeing follow-up actions</li><li>Perform regular credit checks on new and existing customers, ensuring management approved limits are appropriately applied and promptly highlighting risks and problems</li><li>Maintain accurate ledger integrity through cash posting, reconciliations, month-end statement production, and maintenance of auditable customer records and documentation</li><li>Issue final demands and agree and carry out subsequent escalation actions with company management, supporting the wider team in managing escalated accounts where required</li><li>Provide support to internal and external audit activities, ensuring full cooperation and timely provision of required information</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person specification:</strong></p><ul><li>3+ years credit control experience</li><li>Calm, assertive and collaborative individual with excellent communication skills</li><li>Ability to manage issues through to resolution, while demonstrating sound judgement and escalating issues where there may be wider implications</li><li>Strong working knowledge of Excel</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively, co-operatively and productively with others both within finance and cross functionally</li><li>Ability to prioritise tasks and work under pressure without direction</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>£32,000 - £40,000 plus bonus, hybrid remote working and wider benefits package</strong></p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi4wNzI1My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h3 class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Credit Controller - Temporary</strong></h3><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Location:</strong> Radley (Hybrid)<br /><strong>Salary:</strong> £35,000 equivalent<br /><strong>Duration:</strong> 2-month contract - potential to be extended<br /><strong>Start date:</strong> 12th October<br /><strong>Hours:</strong> Part-time hours would be considered if required</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half Ltd are working with an established organisation based in Radley that are looking for a Credit Controller to join them on a temporary basis. </p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>The role will involve:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Monitoring outstanding balances and following up overdue payments</li><li>Managing repayment plans </li><li>Supporting the fees team with termly billing</li><li>Initiating formal debt recovery where required</li><li>Liaising with debt collection agencies when necessary</li></ul><p> </p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>We're looking for someone with:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Strong Excel skills </li><li>Excellent communication and written skills</li><li>Strong organisation and attention to detail</li><li>A proactive, hands-on attitude</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/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuMDI1MzcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are currently supporting a business who are in need of an experienced Credit Controller who can support them for a period of circa 3 months. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Role: </strong>Credit Controller </p><p><strong>Duration: </strong>Circa 3 months </p><p><strong>Start date: </strong>ASAP/November </p><p><strong>Money: </strong>£33,000 - £35,000 (Hourly rate equivalent)</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Remote working with South West presence preferably </p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul class="x12ofw9d"><li>Contact customers and clients to recover outstanding debts and overdue payments.</li><li>Proactively chase unpaid invoices and follow up on outstanding balances via telephone and email.</li><li>Negotiate payment arrangements and agree repayment plans where appropriate.</li><li>Maintain accurate records of all communication, payment commitments and recovery activity.</li><li>Work towards reducing aged debt and maximising the recovery of outstanding monies owed to the business.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills/experience needed:</strong></p><ul><li>Proven credit control experience </li><li>Comfortable working remotely </li><li>Self starter </li><li>Ability to manage own workload </li><li>Preferable previously worked in a standalone/Senior Credit Control role </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/U3RlcGguTWFubGV5LjA3NDg2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently looking to recruit an Assistant Management Accountant to join a market leading Professional Services company going through an exciting period of growth based in Avonmouth. For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:</p><p><strong>£35,000 - £40,000 plus study support package for CIMA/ACCA and wider benefits</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Roles and responsibilities over time will include but not limited to:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with journal postings (accruals, prepayments, adjustments)</li><li>Help prepare monthly management accounts and financial statements</li><li>Gather data, prepare schedules, and assist with financial forecasts and annual budgets</li><li>Analyse variances and provide initial commentary for review</li><li>Produce reports and KPIs for management review</li><li>Analyse costs, margins, and performance trends to support decision-making</li><li>Perform reconciliations of key accounts (bank, control accounts, intercompany, etc)</li><li>Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information</li><li>Support improvements in financial processes, systems, and internal controls</li><li>Assist the wider finance team with ad hoc tasks, audits, and project-based work</li><li>Support Sales & Purchase Ledger</li><li>Support with expenses & credit cards</li><li>Assist with Annual Audit</li><li>Assist in Treasury Management</li><li>Business Partner with Contract Managers & Regional Managers</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person specification:</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum AAT qualified aspiring to complete CIMA/ACCA</li><li>Currently working in a role with month end responsibility</li><li>IT literate with the ability to use a range of different systems and be an Intermediate to Advanced user of Excel</li><li>Ability to explain complex financial information to non-financial colleagues and managers whilst being a proactive and self-motivated member of the finance team</li><li>Clear and precise communication skills</li><li>Excellent organisational skills</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>£35,000 - £40,000 plus study support package for CIMA/ACCA and wider benefits</strong></p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi43OTAyNi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful, personable business where you'll play a key role within the finance function, working closely with the Finance Director and wider business. You'll join an accounts team of five and take responsibility for two direct reports, giving you the opportunity to combine hands-on accounting with team leadership, commercial partnering and process improvement.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As Finance Manager, you'll take ownership of the monthly management accounting process and play an important role in providing accurate financial information and commercial insight to the wider business.</p><p>Your responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Producing end-to-end monthly management accounts, ensuring completion within one week of month end</li><li>Preparing and distributing associated financial reporting in a timely manner</li><li>Ensuring all balance sheet and control accounts are fully reconciled each month, including intercompany accounts</li><li>Investigating and resolving variances promptly</li><li>Working closely with departments across the business to track expenditure against budget and forecast</li><li>Business partnering with operational managers to understand financial trends and support effective cost control</li><li>Providing meaningful financial insight to support business decisions, development and profitability</li><li>Supporting the development and automation of regular reporting</li><li>Producing and monitoring KPI reporting</li><li>Supporting group reporting requirements for the parent company</li><li>Managing and developing two direct reports</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes, controls and reporting</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We're looking for an experienced <strong>Management Accountant or Finance Manager</strong> who is comfortable working in an SME environment and has experience supervising or managing a small team.</p><p>You'll ideally have experience within a <strong>manufacturing, product-based or supplier environment</strong>, although this isn't essential.</p><p>You'll also bring:</p><ul><li>Strong management accounting experience</li><li>Previous experience supervising or managing a small finance team</li><li>Excellent attention to detail</li><li>Strong organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines</li><li>Good Microsoft Office/Excel skills</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>A collaborative, team-focused approach</li><li>A positive, hands-on <strong>"can do"</strong> attitude</li><li>The confidence to work with stakeholders across the wider business</li><li>A commercially minded approach to finance</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/SGFycnkuR2lic29uLjUxNjc0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working with a Portsmouth based organisation to recruit an Interim Finance Manager for up to 3 months.</p><p>Based on site in the Porstmouth area.</p><p>CIMA/ACCA or QBE.</p><p>As Finance Manager you will strengthen month-end, statutory and compliance accounting processes, ensuring that financial reporting, reconciliations and regulatory returns are completed accurately and on time.</p><p>Key responsibilities</p><p>* Support and deliver month-end close processes and reporting timetables.</p><p>* Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations.</p><p>* Record and reconcile daily income and deferred income balances.</p><p>* Prepare and submit VAT returns, including Capital Goods Scheme (CGS) tracking and adjustments, and review VAT journals.</p><p>* Apply UK Charities SORP accounting requirements for the Trust and UK GAAP (FRS 102) requirements for the subsidiary.</p><p>* Support implementation and ongoing compliance with the revised FRS 102 lease accounting requirements (Section 20).</p><p>* Reconcile the fixed asset register to the balance sheet.</p><p> </p><p>* Prepare customer invoices and support credit control processes where required.</p><p> </p><p>* Work collaboratively with the finance team, senior leadership team and other departments across the organisation.</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/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci42MzQ5MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Assistant Management Accountant (Part-Time, 30 hrs)</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Cowley, Oxford (hybrid)<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £38,000 FTE (£30,400 pro rata for 30 hours per week)<br /> <strong>Job type:</strong> Permanent, part-time</p><p><strong>About the company</strong><br /> Robert Half is working exclusively with a well-established, growing business on the appointment of a part-time Assistant Management Accountant. With a loyal customer base across the UK and overseas, the company is known for combining excellent value with outstanding customer support.</p><p><strong>About the role</strong><br /> Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will help keep the finance function running efficiently by ensuring transactions are processed accurately, records are kept to a high standard and management information is produced on time. This is a varied, hands-on role with exposure across multiple areas of finance, within a growing business.</p><p><strong>Package and working pattern</strong></p><ul><li>£38,000 FTE (£30,400 pro rata for 30 hours per week)</li><li>30-hour working week</li><li>9:00am-3:00pm or 9:30am-3:30pm, Monday to Friday</li><li>Hybrid working, with up to two days per week from home</li><li>Varied role with exposure across multiple areas of finance</li></ul><p><strong>Key responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Purchase ledger: processing supplier invoices, reconciling supplier statements and preparing payment runs</li><li>Sales ledger: raising customer invoices and credit notes, processing refunds and adjustments, and reconciling customer accounts</li><li>Daily and monthly bank reconciliations, posting receipts and payments, and credit card reconciliations</li><li>Month-end support: balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, journals and monthly management accounts</li><li>Assisting with quarterly VAT returns and maintaining supporting documentation</li><li>Producing regular sales and financial reports, and maintaining reporting spreadsheets and dashboards</li><li>Maintaining financial records in Xero, supporting CRM and billing systems, and contributing to process improvements</li></ul><p><strong>About you</strong></p><p>Essential</p><ul><li>Previous experience in a finance, accounting or bookkeeping role</li><li>Good understanding of double-entry bookkeeping</li><li>Experience with accounting softwares, ideally Xero</li><li>Strong Microsoft Excel skills</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and accuracy</li></ul><p>Desirable</p><ul><li>AAT qualified or studying towards AAT, ACCA, CIMA or similar</li><li>Experience supporting month-end processes and VAT preparation</li><li>Experience with CRM systems</li><li>SME experience</li></ul><p>You will be organised, reliable and proactive, comfortable working independently while being a strong team player, and trusted to handle confidential information.</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/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS41OTQ1NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Senior Finance Lead (ABL & Financing) | Bristol</strong></p><p>Contract, fixed-term | Immediate start</p><p>Robert Half are working with a fast-growing, investor-backed group in Bristol that is looking for a Senior Finance Lead to take ownership of its asset-based lending (ABL) facility, lender reporting and funding model. Hands-on ABL experience is what will set you apart. You will own the facility end to end and be the person who explains the numbers to the lender, with direct access to the decision-maker in a business that is moving quickly.</p><p><strong>The details</strong></p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Bristol, on site four to five days a week initially, with some flexibility once established</p><p><strong>Basis: </strong>Contract day rate or fixed-term</p><p><strong>Start: </strong>Immediate</p><p><strong>Rate / salary: </strong>£450-£650pd</p><p><strong>Reports to: </strong>CEO</p><p><strong>Works with: </strong>The Head of Finance Operations, Head of Credit Control & Billing and Financial Controller</p><p><strong>Interviews: </strong>Over the next week or so, with a quick process</p><p><strong>What you will do</strong></p><ul><li>Borrowing base and availability: build and maintain the receivables borrowing base from the existing ledger (eligibility, concentration, dilution and DSO analysis) and produce the weekly availability report</li><li>Lender reporting: own the weekly and monthly reporting packs, covenant compliance, lender information requests and field audits</li><li>Cash flow and funding model: maintain the integrated forecast and 13-week cash flow in a lender-ready format, modelling facility headroom and accordion or additional funding needs as the group grows</li><li>Process and controls: document the borrowing base and reporting processes and embed them in the wider finance team</li><li>Lender interaction: work directly with the lender and present and explain the numbers to their credit team</li></ul><p><strong>About you</strong></p><ul><li>Hands-on ABL experience, ideally from the borrower side and ideally with a lender or ABL audit background as well</li><li>Strong Excel modelling, 13-week cash flow, integrated forecasting and scenario analysis</li><li>Qualified accountant or equivalent</li><li>Comfortable being hands-on in a fast-moving, founder-led environment</li><li>Direct, works to dates, and confident presenting to a lender's credit team</li></ul><p><strong>Why apply</strong></p><p>Real ownership of a facility that matters, direct access to the decision-maker and flexibility on structure and package for the right person.</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/ZGFuaWVsLndpbGxpYW1zLjc2ODQyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting a Financial Controller role on a permanent basis with a growing SME based in Cheltenham. This role would suit an ambitious ACA/ACCA qualified Finance Manager seeking a step into their first Financial Controller role, or someone who's already established seeking a new challenge and an opportunity to turn a business around and add value.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>The Financial Controller will play a hands-on role in the development of the existing finance team as well as processes and reporting. We are seeking a technically strong accountant with an audit background who is comfortable with reporting standards and compliance. Previous experience of working in a change environment is essential with an emphasis on cashflow management. This is a visible, hands-on position sitting at the centre of the organisation, blending robust financial control with real commercial awareness. The role will involve but not be limited to:</p><ul><li>Providing day-to-day leadership, coaching and development for the Finance function, including the accounts payable and accounts receivable teams</li><li>Producing high-quality monthly consolidated management accounts (P&L, balance sheet and cash flow), supported by in-depth variance analysis and clear commentary, including tour-level performance</li><li>Overseeing complex cash management and the weekly payment cycle, and owning daily cash reporting alongside a rolling 13-week cash flow forecast</li><li>Delivering timely, accurate balance sheet reconciliations each month across every Group entity</li><li>Taking charge of the annual audit and working alongside the CFO to sign off the statutory accounts</li><li>Owning VAT compliance and filings, regulatory submissions and monthly insurance reporting</li><li>Continuing to strengthen the company's financial systems, controls and processes, including managing the risks around company credit cards</li><li>Collaborating with the Commercial team to assess tour profitability, dig into variances and uncover opportunities for efficiencies and savings</li><li>Assisting the CFO in building annual budgets and financial targets that support the Group's strategic objectives</li><li>Working closely with the Senior Leadership team to deliver the strategic plan, and managing relationships with merchant service providers</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><ul><li>ACA/ACCA qualified with 4+ years experience.</li><li>Practice/audit trained preferred.</li><li>Experience of leading teams (3+).</li><li>Strong technical understanding.</li><li>Experience of working in a change environment or private equity environment.</li><li>Resilient and adaptable to change.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Package:</strong></p><ul><li>£70,000 - £90,000 base salary dependant on experience.</li><li>Hybrid working: 1-2 days from home.</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/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmNsZW1lbnRzLjQzNzM1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with a successful and growing organisation in Swindon to recruit a Finance Manager on a full-time permanent basis. The Finance Manager will play a key role in managing the day-to-day finance function, delivering accurate and timely financial reporting, and providing commercial insight to support business growth. You will manage and develop a small finance team, while working closely with senior stakeholders and wider finance teams to ensure strong financial controls, compliance and effective business partnering. The salary is between £55,000 - £65,000 plus hybrid working and other excellent benefits. </p><p class="isSelectedEnd"> </p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p class="isSelectedEnd"> </p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The main duties of the Finance Manager role will consist of: </p><p class="isSelectedEnd"> </p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Leading the monthly management accounts process, ensuring accurate, complete and timely management accounts, including review of overheads, trial balances and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Business partnering with stakeholders to provide commercial insight, financial analysis and support for business growth, pricing and strategic decision-making.</li><li>Overseeing tax, VAT, statutory accounts and audit requirements, acting as a key finance contact for year-end audits and ensuring all compliance deadlines are met.</li><li>Managing a small team; providing coaching, guidance and performance management.</li><li>Driving finance process improvements and strong financial controls, identifying opportunities to improve systems and general processes.</li><li>Overseeing intercompany accounting and general ledger activity.</li><li>Supporting with strategic projects, while building strong relationships with wider finance teams and acting as a trusted finance business partner.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About you..</strong></p><p class="isSelectedEnd"> </p><p class="isSelectedEnd">To be considered for the Finance Manager role, you will ideally have:</p><p class="isSelectedEnd"> </p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience across month-end and year-end processes.</li><li>Experience managing or supervising a finance team.</li><li>Qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) or an experienced Finance Manager that is qualified by significant relevant experience.</li><li>Experience with general ledger and intercompany accounting, and financial reporting.</li><li>Previous experience within an audit environment would be desirable.</li><li>Excellent communication skills. </li><li>Strong relationship building skills. </li><li>Good attention to detail. </li><li>An interest in improving/refining processes and adding value beyond day-to-day finance duties.</li></ul><h2> </h2><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p> </p><ul data-spread="false"><li>£55,000 - £65,000 annual salary</li><li>Hybrid working; 2 days in the office, 3 days from home</li><li>25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) </li><li>Pension scheme </li><li>Life assurance </li><li>Cycle to work scheme </li><li>Holiday purchase scheme </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/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy4yODAwNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p></p><p>Robert Half is delighted to be recruiting for a Finance Assistant on behalf of a fast-growing and ambitious business based in Telford. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking to join a busy and collaborative finance team within a dynamic environment.</p><p>This role will initially be offered on a temporary basis with the opportunity to become permanent for the successful candidate.</p><h2>The Role</h2><p>Reporting into the Finance Manager, the Finance Assistant will support the day-to-day running of the finance function, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and deadlines are met.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Processing purchase invoices and matching them to purchase orders</li><li>Raising and processing sales invoices</li><li>Managing supplier statement reconciliations</li><li>Assisting with payment runs and supplier payments</li><li>Posting cash receipts and allocating customer payments</li><li>Bank reconciliations and investigation of discrepancies</li><li>Maintaining accurate customer and supplier accounts</li><li>Supporting credit control activities and chasing outstanding debt</li><li>Resolving invoice, payment and account queries</li><li>Assisting with month-end processes, including accruals and prepayments</li><li>Preparing finance reports and spreadsheets as required</li><li>Maintaining finance records and ensuring data accuracy</li><li>Supporting audits and compliance activities</li><li>Assisting with ad hoc finance and administrative duties</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><ul><li>Previous experience within a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant or similar finance role</li><li>Strong understanding of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes</li><li>Experience with reconciliations and high-volume transaction processing</li><li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel</li><li>Strong attention to detail and organisational skills</li><li>Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively</li><li>Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment</li><li>AAT study or qualification would be advantageous but not essential</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer</h2><ul><li>Temp-to-perm opportunity with long-term career prospects</li><li>Join a supportive and growing finance team</li><li>Full-time office-based role in Telford</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package</li><li>Opportunity to develop skills and progress within the finance function</li></ul><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS41OTQ1My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p></p><h2>Accounts Assistant</h2><p><strong>Location:</strong> Abergavenny<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £28,000 per annum<br /> <strong>Working Pattern:</strong> Full-time, hybrid<br /> <strong>Sector:</strong> Financial Services</p><p>Robert Half are partnering with a growing financial services organisation based in Abergavenny to recruit an Accounts Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to join a stable and supportive business where they can further develop their accounting skills within a busy finance team.</p><h3>The Role</h3><p>Reporting into the Finance Manager, the Accounts Assistant will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and assisting with month-end activities.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Processing purchase and sales ledger invoices</li><li>Managing supplier payments and reconciliations</li><li>Bank reconciliations and cash posting</li><li>Assisting with credit control activities where required</li><li>Processing employee expenses</li><li>Supporting month-end reporting and account reconciliations</li><li>Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation</li><li>Assisting with ad hoc finance and administrative duties</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p>The ideal candidate will have:</p><ul><li>Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Accounts Payable or similar finance role</li><li>Strong attention to detail and organisational skills</li><li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel</li><li>Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively</li><li>A proactive attitude and willingness to learn</li><li>AAT studies or qualifications would be advantageous but are not essential</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer?</h3><ul><li>Salary of £28,000 per annum</li><li>Opportunity to join a well-established financial services business</li><li>Supportive and collaborative team environment</li><li>Exposure to a broad range of finance responsibilities</li><li>Long-term development opportunities</li></ul><p>Interested candidates are encouraged to apply or contact Robert Half for a confidential discussion regarding the opportunity.</p><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/THVuYS5QZXNjZS4xNTUwNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p class="x12ofw9d">Robert Half Finance and Accounting are seeking an experienced Interim Finance Manager to join an established manufacturing business based in Gloucester for a minimum of 6 months, potentially up to 12 months.</p><p class="x12ofw9d">This is a hands-on role, for an experienced finance professional with previous industry experience, strong management accounting skills and a proven ability to lead and develop a finance team.</p><p class="x12ofw9d"><strong>Start date: </strong>ASAP </p><p class="x12ofw9d"><strong>Duration: </strong>Minimum 6 months, with potential to 12 months </p><p class="x12ofw9d"><strong>Money: </strong>£50,000 - £60,000 (DOE)</p><p class="x12ofw9d"><strong>Location: </strong>Gloucester, office based </p><p class="x12ofw9d"><strong>Role: </strong>Finance Manager </p><p class="x12ofw9d"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul class="x12ofw9d"><li>Lead, manage and develop the finance team, overseeing day-to-day activities</li><li>Oversee the preparation and production of monthly management accounts</li><li>Review financial results, investigate variances against budget and forecast, and provide meaningful commentary on performance</li><li>Support the month-end close process</li><li>Monitor costs, margins and operational performance, with a particular focus on manufacturing-related financial metrics</li><li>Work closely with operational and senior management teams</li><li>Ensure robust financial controls and processes are maintained across the business</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, efficiencies and the overall effectiveness of the finance function</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul class="x12ofw9d"><li>Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar senior management accounting role</li><li>Previous experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment is essential</li><li>Experience of producing and reviewing monthly management accounts</li><li>Previous experience line managing, motivating and developing a finance team.</li><li>A hands-on, proactive approach with the ability to hit the ground running </li><li>Strong communication skills</li><li>Fully qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience candidates will be considered, depending on relevant experience</li></ul><h2 class="x1ll2q23 x1a4oops x132q4wb"> </h2><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/U3RlcGguTWFubGV5LjgxODcwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p></p><h1>Interim Finance Director</h1><h2>Location:</h2><p>Worcestershire </p><h2>Contract Type:</h2><p>Interim (6 Months Initial Contract)</p><h2>Day Rate:</h2><p>Up to £550 per day INSIDE IR35</p><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>We are partnering with a growing SME to appoint an experienced Interim Finance Director to support the business through an important period of change and development. Reporting directly to the Managing Director and working closely with the senior leadership team, you will take ownership of the finance function, provide commercial insight, strengthen controls and support strategic decision-making.</p><p>This is a hands-on role requiring an individual who can operate at both a strategic and operational level. The successful candidate will be comfortable rolling up their sleeves, improving processes and ensuring the business has the financial information required to support growth.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Lead the day-to-day finance function and manage a small finance team.</li><li>Deliver accurate and timely monthly management accounts.</li><li>Own budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management processes.</li><li>Provide commercial support and challenge to the Managing Director and leadership team.</li><li>Improve financial controls, processes and reporting capability.</li><li>Review working capital, cash management and profitability performance.</li><li>Lead year-end accounting activities and manage relationships with auditors, banks and external advisers.</li><li>Oversee balance sheet integrity and ensure robust reconciliation processes are in place.</li><li>Support operational decision-making through meaningful financial analysis and KPI reporting.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements across finance and wider business operations.</li><li>Assist with business planning, strategic initiatives and potential growth opportunities.</li></ul><h2>Key Requirements</h2><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Previous experience operating as a Finance Director, Financial Controller or Head of Finance.</li><li>Strong SME experience with the ability to work in a hands-on environment.</li><li>Proven track record of delivering finance transformation, process improvement or business change initiatives.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.</li><li>Experience managing cashflow, forecasting and working capital within growing businesses.</li><li>Comfortable leading teams and driving accountability across the finance function.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage both financial and non-financial stakeholders.</li></ul><h2>Ideal Background</h2><p>We are particularly interested in individuals who have:</p><ul><li>Held interim finance leadership positions.</li><li>Worked within owner-managed, private equity-backed or entrepreneurial businesses.</li><li>Supported periods of growth, turnaround, restructuring or transformation.</li><li>Experience implementing systems, improving reporting and strengthening financial controls.</li><li>A pragmatic, hands-on approach with the ability to quickly build credibility and deliver results.</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer</h2><ul><li>Opportunity to work closely with the Managing Director and leadership team.</li><li>Autonomous role with genuine influence over business decision-making.</li><li>Chance to leave a lasting impact through process improvement and commercial support.</li><li>Flexible working environment.</li><li>Immediate start available.</li></ul><p>This opportunity would suit a commercially minded Interim Finance Director who enjoys operating within fast-paced SME environments and can quickly identify opportunities to improve performance, strengthen controls and support sustainable growth.</p><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmF5LkJob2phbmkuNzMwMzkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are currently supporting a longstanding client who need an experienced Finance Manager to join them for a period of 12 months on a fixed term contract basis. This opportunity is based in central Bristol with hybrid working + Flexible working hours.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Role: </strong>Finance Manager </p><p><strong>Duration: </strong>12 months </p><p><strong>Start date: </strong>ASAP/Can wait for notice </p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Central Bristol </p><p><strong>Money: </strong>£45,000 - £60,000 (DOE)</p><p><strong>Working hours & Hybrid: </strong>37.5 hours weekly with flexible working hours and hybrid of 2-3 days per week in the office </p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the day-to-day running of the finance function, with a primary focus on accounts payable.</li><li>Line manage and support a small team, taking a hands-on approach and providing guidance and assistance where needed.</li><li>Oversee accounts payable processes across the business, ensuring accurate and timely invoice processing, supplier payments and account reconciliations.</li><li>Manage the accounts payable month-end close and prepare weekly creditor analysis reports.</li><li>Monitor team performance, KPIs and service levels, ensuring compliance with financial controls, policies and procedures.</li><li>Support petty cash analysis and the management of expenses.</li><li>Liaise with wider business teams to support financial operations and reporting.</li><li>Build strong working relationships with Directors, Senior Executives and other key stakeholders.</li><li>Support finance activities across multiple entities and international operations, working with relevant business partners as required.</li><li>Provide practical support across transactional activities when required, ensuring the team operates effectively and efficiently.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Experience Required</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience managing a finance, transactional finance or accounts payable team.</li><li>Proven line management experience, with a supportive and collaborative leadership style.</li><li>Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, financial controls and month-end procedures.</li><li>A hands-on approach, with a willingness to get involved in day-to-day activities and support the team when needed.</li><li>Ability to think on your feet, use initiative and respond effectively to changing priorities.</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including confidence dealing with Directors and Senior Executives.</li><li>Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple entities or business areas.</li><li>Strong Excel skills, including PivotTables, VLOOKUPs and XLOOKUPs.</li><li>A proactive approach to problem-solving, process improvement and team development.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable Experience & Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Experience within the construction, property or professional services sector</li><li>Experience supporting international finance operations</li><li>Experience using Workday or similar ERP systems</li><li>AAT qualified or part-qualified ACCA/CIMA</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/U3RlcGguTWFubGV5LjgxNTg0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p> </p><p> </p><h1>Financial Controller</h1><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and commercially minded <strong>Financial Controller</strong> to join a growing group of businesses. Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, you will play a pivotal role in leading financial control, reporting and process improvement across multiple business units.</p><p>This is a highly visible position, offering the opportunity to influence strategic decision-making while remaining hands-on within a fast-paced operational environment.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Lead the monthly management accounts process and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting.</li><li>Produce consolidated group reporting, analysis and performance insights.</li><li>Manage month-end, year-end and audit processes.</li><li>Oversee cashflow forecasting, balance sheet control and working capital management.</li><li>Ensure compliance with VAT, statutory reporting and other regulatory requirements.</li><li>Lead and develop a small finance team, providing coaching and support.</li><li>Partner with operational, manufacturing and commercial stakeholders to improve business performance.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, controls and systems.</li><li>Improve stock, inventory and operational reporting capabilities.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning activities.</li><li>Deliver high-quality information to support decision-making at senior leadership level.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><p>You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with previous Financial Controller experience or a strong Finance Manager/Financial Accounting Manager background ready for the next step.</p><h3>Essential Experience</h3><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).</li><li>Strong technical accounting and financial reporting expertise.</li><li>Experience managing month-end, year-end and audit processes.</li><li>Team leadership and people management experience.</li><li>Strong systems and process improvement capability.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li></ul><h3>Desirable Experience</h3><ul><li>Multi-entity or group reporting experience</li><li>ERP or finance systems implementation exposure.</li><li>Experience within a growing SME or private-equity-backed environment.</li><li>Commercial finance business partnering experience.</li></ul><h2>What You'll Bring</h2><ul><li>Hands-on approach with a willingness to get into the detail.</li><li>Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving ability.</li><li>A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.</li><li>Ability to build credibility quickly across finance and operational teams.</li><li>Organised, accountable and capable of delivering against deadlines.</li></ul><h2>What's On Offer</h2><p>Salary - £80k-£85k + £5k car allowance</p><p>Hybrid and flexible working - 3-4 days onsite, 1-2 days remote</p><p>This is an opportunity to join a successful and growing business at an exciting stage of its development, working closely with an experienced leadership team while helping shape the future of the finance function. The environment is collaborative, ambitious and supportive, with flexibility, autonomy and genuine scope to make an impact.</p><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QW5keS5Ucm91cC45OTEwMi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">