<p>Robert Half has exclusively partnered with OUem to recruit for a newly created IT Operations Lead role based in Oxford. This is a permanent opportunity, ideal for candidates looking for better exposure to leading IT strategy and technology operations.</p><p>Senior hands-on IT Operations Lead responsible for operational stability, governance, and delivery of technology change across a multi-system environment.</p><p>This role combines IT operations leadership, policy & governance ownership, vendor management, data mapping, and end-to-end technical project delivery. Acts as a key interface between Technology, Compliance, and Operations.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>IT Operations</p><ul><li>Own day-to-day operational performance of infrastructure, SaaS, and core business systems</li><li>Define and manage service standards, KPIs, and support processes</li><li>Manage and hold third-party IT vendors accountable</li></ul><p>Policy, Governance & Controls</p><ul><li>Author, maintain, and enforce IT policies, standards, and procedures</li><li>Maintain audit readiness and documented IT controls</li><li>Align IT operations with compliance and risk requirements</li></ul><p>Project & Change Delivery</p><ul><li>Lead end-to-end delivery of IT initiatives (cloud migrations, infrastructure upgrades, system replacements, security tooling)</li><li>Ensure operational readiness: documentation, training, and support handover</li></ul><p>Data Mapping & Information Risk</p><ul><li>Own system/data maps, data locations, access models, and system dependencies</li><li>Improve visibility and reduce information and operational risk</li></ul><p>Risk, Incident & Resilience</p><ul><li>Oversee incident management, investigation, and remediation</li><li>Maintain DR/BCP documentation and testing schedules</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in IT Operations / Technical Operations / Infrastructure roles with leadership responsibility</li><li>Strong understanding of cloud (Azure preferred), networking, identity & access management, and SaaS environments</li><li>Proven experience writing and owning IT policies, standards, and operational processes</li><li>Experience delivering cross-system or infrastructure projects end-to-end</li><li>Strong documentation capability (data flows, system dependencies, controls)</li><li>Confident communicator with technical and non-technical stakeholders</li></ul><p><strong>On Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary plus discretionary award of up to 25%</li><li>Onsite in Central Oxford</li><li>Employer Pension contribution 10-16% of salary (employee contribution dependent)</li><li>Benefits allowance - tied to employee pension contribution</li><li>Life cover 4x salary</li><li>Private medical cover (Individual - end of probation)</li><li>Critical Illness cover 2x salary (end of probation)</li><li>Income protection cover up to 75% salary (end of probation)</li><li>Cash health plan (end of probation)</li><li>26 days holiday + bank holidays. The office is usually closed between Christmas and New Year. We do not require staff to take these days from their annual holiday allowance.</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/Um94eS5MYXcuMTEzMDMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half has partnered with a global business near Chippenham to recruit a Cyber Security Analyst on a permanent basis, paying up to £65,000 with hybrid working. This is a great opportunity comes with clear progression opportunities and will require someone to come with both technical and GRC security experience.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Oversee security incident management and response</li><li>Threat management</li><li>Configure, implement and maintain security tools such as SIEM, XDR, EDR, vulnerability management</li><li>Implement and maintain security controls</li><li>Conduct vendor risk assessments, support internal and external audits</li><li>Governance, risk and compliance</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Experience: </strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in Cyber Security operations, threat management</li><li>Strong knowledge of SIEM, XDR, EDR, vulnerability management, firewalls and network security</li><li>Good understanding of risk management, vendor security assessments and compliance</li><li>Understanding of UK regulations, including Cyber Essentials, ISO27001, NIST</li></ul><p><strong>On Offer: </strong></p><ul><li>Salary up to £65,000</li><li>Hybrid working - approximately 2 days a week in office (Chippenham)</li><li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays</li><li>Private medical insurance</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/Um94eS5MYXcuODQ3ODkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Finance Director - Tewkesbury - Competitive Salary </strong></p><p>Robert Half are partnering with a manufacturing business based in Gloucester to recruit an experienced Finance Director.</p><p>The Finance Director will be a key member of the Board, responsible for providing strategic financial leadership, commercial insight and robust governance across the Group. The role leads the finance and IT functions and oversees payroll, ensuring strong financial control and systems that support sustainable growth.</p><p><strong>Key Duties:</strong></p><p><strong>Strategic & Commercial Direction</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as a trusted strategic partner to the Managing Director and Board.</li><li>Shape and deliver long-term financial plans that support overall business objectives.</li><li>Enhance profitability through margin improvement and disciplined cost management.</li><li>Develop robust financial models to evaluate and support strategic projects.</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Management & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain full oversight of financial operations, controls, and processes.</li><li>Ensure adherence to all legal, statutory, and regulatory obligations.</li><li>Manage the external audit process and statutory financial reporting.</li><li>Oversee the company's risk management framework and corporate governance structure.</li></ul><p><strong>Planning, Budgeting & Performance Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Direct the annual budgeting cycle and ongoing reforecasting processes.</li><li>Produce timely monthly management accounts and performance KPI analysis.</li><li>Monitor and manage long-term cash flow projections.</li></ul><p><strong>Corporate Finance & Risk Management</strong></p><ul><li>Lead relationships with banking partners and oversee funding arrangements.</li><li>Manage treasury activities and capital planning requirements.</li><li>Oversee insurance programmes and enterprise risk management activities.</li></ul><p><strong>Payroll Governance</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise payroll operations to ensure accuracy, compliance, and effective controls.</li></ul><p><strong>Technology & Systems Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Define and implement an IT strategy aligned with business expansion plans.</li><li>Oversee ERP platforms, financial systems, and business intelligence tools.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership & Organisational Culture</strong></p><ul><li>Build, lead, and develop high-performing Finance and IT teams.</li></ul><p><strong>Your Profile:</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent</li><li>Significant senior finance leadership experience</li><li>Experience within high-volume, transaction-based manufacturing environments</li><li>Experience leading systems and financial transformation.</li><li>Commercially astute and strategically minded</li><li>Strong communicator at Board and operational levels</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLkJvc2hlci42ODY1My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>High‑Impact Role | A rare career-defining opportunity | Green Finance</strong><br /><strong> Location: Talgarth, Brecon | Hybrid (2-3 days office based)</strong><br /><strong> Exclusive Retained Search with Robert Half</strong></p><p><strong>Be part of the team changing the future of our rivers.</strong></p><p>Robert Half is proud to be partnering exclusively with the Wye & Usk Foundation to appoint a Senior Commercial Manager - a rare and career-defining opportunity to sit at the intersection of environmental finance, commercial strategy and large-scale nature recovery.</p><p>The Wye & Usk Foundation is one of the most recognised river trusts in the UK, improving habitat, water quality and long-term ecological resilience across two of the region's most important catchments. Their work is ambitious, evidence‑based, community-led and increasingly underpinned by innovative finance models that deliver genuine system change.</p><p>This role will play a pivotal part in <strong>Resilient Rivers</strong> - a groundbreaking programme partnering with farmers, businesses and the public sector to reduce flood risk, protect water supplies, and restore river health through nature‑based, catchment-scale solutions.</p><p>If you're driven by impact, innovation and the opportunity to create investable environmental markets, this is the perfect place to lead meaningful change.</p><p><strong>Why this role matters?</strong></p><p>Our rivers are under increasing pressure from flooding, drought, pollution and rising demand. Solving these challenges requires whole‑landscape thinking, innovative financing and collaboration across sectors - exactly what the Resilient Rivers programme delivers.</p><p>As Senior Commercial Manager, you will help shape how capital flows into nature recovery, ensuring farmers, businesses and communities can transition to resilient, sustainable land and water management.</p><p>This is more than a role - it's a chance to help build the environmental markets of the future.</p><p><strong>The Role: What You'll Lead</strong></p><p><strong>Catchment Markets & Strategy</strong></p><ul><li>Co‑design commercial strategies for nature markets (e.g. nutrient offsetting, water trading, natural capital).</li><li>Build funding models that blend public, private and green finance.</li><li>Develop investable propositions and business cases for nature recovery.</li></ul><p><strong>Finance Modelling & Negotiation</strong></p><ul><li>Lead modelling and costings for catchment-scale delivery.</li><li>Negotiate long-term contracts with buyers and sellers.</li><li>Establish performance, certainty and risk-sharing frameworks.</li></ul><p><strong>SPV / CIC Structuring</strong></p><ul><li>Create and oversee structures (SPVs, CICs, Ltd entities) to enable scalable project delivery.</li><li>Ensure governance, compliance and investor-readiness.</li></ul><p><strong>Green Finance & Investment</strong></p><ul><li>Attract and manage investment from corporate buyers, water companies, financial institutions and government.</li><li>Develop investment prospectuses and performance-based contracting models.</li></ul><p><strong>Organisational Commercial Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Embed commercial thinking across the Foundation.</li><li>Support long-term sustainability planning and pricing strategy.</li><li>Build commercial capability across projects and teams.</li></ul><p><strong>Contracts & Commercial Management</strong></p><ul><li>Lead contract development, negotiation and risk management.</li><li>Provide oversight for WINEP agreements, partnership frameworks and funding bids.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement</strong></p><ul><li>Represent the Foundation at high-profile forums.</li><li>Collaborate with landowners, farmers, regulators, investors and NGOs.</li><li>Champion investment-readiness and commercial rigour across the organisation.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We'd love to speak with you if you bring:</p><ul><li>Strong commercial, business development or green finance experience</li><li>A track record in complex contract negotiation and investment modelling</li><li>Experience in environmental markets, ecosystem services or nature finance</li><li>Confidence working with government, regulators, landowners and private sector buyers</li><li>An entrepreneurial mindset, able to bring structure to emerging markets</li><li>Strategic thinking combined with hands‑on delivery capability</li></ul><p>Experience with SPVs/CICs, UK biodiversity policy, nutrient neutrality or catchment management is a bonus - but not essential.</p><p><strong>About the Wye & Usk Foundation</strong></p><p>WUF is dedicated to improving the ecology, habitat and water quality of two of the UK's most important river systems.</p><p>Through initiatives like <strong>Resilient Rivers</strong>, they partner with farmers, communities, businesses and public bodies to address flooding, drought, water quality and biodiversity loss at landscape scale. The programme brings together stakeholders to treat the environment as one connected system - because our water challenges can only be solved collaboratively.</p><p>This is your chance to help deliver innovative, nature‑based solutions backed by science, community and long-term investment.</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/Q2FybGllLldpbGxpYW1zLjg3NzE4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Interim Head of Accounting and Financial Reporting<br /><strong>Location:</strong> Birmingham City Centre (on-site, 5 days per week)<br /><strong>Duration:</strong> 6 Month Contract<br /><strong>Day Rate:</strong> £350-£400 per day</p><p> </p><p><strong>Overview:</strong><br />We are seeking a skilled qualified interim finance leader to oversee accounting and financial reporting as an Interim Head of Business Partnering. This role is vital in ensuring operational excellence and delivering the highest standards of service across the finance function. The successful candidate will possess a track record of expert management, efficiency improvement, risk mitigation, and strong stakeholder support.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide strong leadership and line management, serving as the escalation point for complex matters.</li><li>Develop and implement strategies to enhance performance and achieve agreed targets and KPIs.</li><li>Ensure all statutory, regulatory, and internal process requirements are consistently met.</li><li>Identify and deliver projects focused on process improvement and risk reduction.</li><li>Lead key strategic initiatives within finance and financial reporting.</li><li>Work collaboratively with senior management and stakeholders from across the business to support shared objectives.</li><li>Encourage a culture of high performance, continuous development, and positive employee engagement.</li><li>Identify and realise opportunities for cost savings and revenue generation within the finance team.</li><li>Ensure quality assurance and compliance reviews are completed and signed off appropriately.</li><li>Support audit processes and act as the primary contact for audit related queries.</li><li>Guarantee accurate, timely delivery of financial reporting outputs in accordance with contractual and service level agreements.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person Specification:</strong></p><ul><li>Accounting qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA).</li><li>Strong leadership and team development abilities.</li><li>Deep knowledge of statutory, legislative, and compliance requirements.</li><li>Demonstrable experience in managing and improving accounting processes.</li><li>Commercial acumen with a solutions-focused approach.</li><li>Excellent communication, mentoring, and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Highly numerate with keen attention to detail.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial systems.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Apply Today</strong><br />If you are immediately available and have the right experience, we want to hear from you! </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/VGluby5GcmVldGguNDIyMzIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Leicestershire (Hybrid)<br /> <strong>Start:</strong> ASAP<br /> <strong>Sector:</strong> Manufacturing / Industrial / Engineering</p><h2><strong>Overview</strong></h2><p>A leading manufacturing organisation in Leicestershire is seeking an experienced <strong>Interim VAT Specialist</strong> to provide technical support, ensure robust VAT compliance, and lead key VAT-related projects during a period of operational and systems change. This is a hands‑on role requiring strong technical expertise, manufacturing sector experience, and the ability to work independently.</p><h2><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h2><h3><strong>VAT Compliance & Reporting</strong></h3><ul><li>Manage the end‑to‑end preparation, review, and submission of VAT returns.</li><li>Ensure accurate VAT accounting and reconciliations across multiple sites or cost centres.</li><li>Maintain documentation, controls, and audit trails suitable for a manufacturing environment.</li></ul><h3><strong>Technical VAT Advisory</strong></h3><ul><li>Advise on VAT treatment relating to: <ul><li>Complex supply chains</li><li>Imports/exports</li><li>Raw material purchases and component flows</li><li>Zero‑rating, reliefs, and exemptions</li></ul></li><li>Support commercial and operational teams on the VAT implications of new products, pricing, contracts, and supply models.</li></ul><h3><strong>Risk Management & HMRC</strong></h3><ul><li>Act as the main point of contact for any HMRC queries or audits.</li><li>Identify areas of VAT leakage, risk, or process gaps and implement immediate corrective actions.</li></ul><h3><strong>Project Support</strong></h3><ul><li>Support ERP/system changes ensuring the VAT setup is correct (e.g., SAP/Oracle/Dynamics).</li><li>Lead VAT elements of any transformation, process improvement, or supply‑chain redesign work.</li><li>Implement efficiencies to strengthen controls and reduce manual intervention.</li></ul><h2><strong>Candidate Profile</strong></h2><h3><strong>Experience</strong></h3><ul><li>Strong background in VAT/Indirect Tax, ideally within <strong>manufacturing, industrials, engineering, FMCG, or supply-chain heavy environments</strong>.</li><li>Experience delivering improvements in complex operational businesses.</li><li>Confident managing high‑volume or multi-entity VAT returns.</li><li>Comfortable working autonomously in an interim environment.</li></ul><h3><strong>Skills</strong></h3><ul><li>Strong technical VAT knowledge and ability to apply it commercially.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder communication-able to simplify complex VAT concepts for non-finance teams.</li><li>Strong systems capability; experience with major ERPs is desirable.</li><li>Analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working at pace.</li></ul><h3> </h3><h2><strong>Contract Details</strong></h2><ul><li><strong>Duration:</strong> 6-9 months</li><li><strong>Daily rate:</strong> £350 </li><li><strong>Working model:</strong> Remote (ocassional trsvel to Leicestershire)</li></ul><br><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmF5LkJob2phbmkuODkzMjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p></p><h2><strong>Interim Tax Project Lead </strong></h2><p><strong>Location:</strong> Flexible / Hybrid<br /> <strong>Contract:</strong> Interim (3-6 months, extension possible)<br /><br /></p><p>£600pd Outside </p><h3><strong>About the Role</strong></h3><p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Interim Tax Consultant/Project lead</strong> to lead a comprehensive transformation of our tax division during a period of structural change and regulatory complexity. This assignment requires a senior tax professional with deep technical expertise and strong operational capability. </p><p>You will play a pivotal role in redesigning tax processes, strengthening governance, and ensuring the organisation is fully equipped to meet new compliance and reporting standards.</p><h3><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul><li><strong>Lead a full review and overhaul of the group's tax division</strong>, including operating model, processes, controls, reporting structures, and governance.</li><li><strong>Drive Pillar Two readiness and implementation</strong>, including assessing group exposure, data requirements, transitional rules, safe harbours, and end‑to‑end compliance obligations.</li><li>Build robust tax workflows and documentation frameworks that ensure accuracy, timeliness, and auditability.</li><li>Identify and resolve structural and technical tax issues across corporate, international, indirect, and employment taxes.</li><li>Strengthen collaboration between finance, legal, operations, and external advisory teams.</li><li>Develop and implement improved tax risk‑management processes and internal controls.</li><li>Upskill internal teams and embed new ways of working to ensure long‑term sustainability.</li><li>Provide practical, actionable recommendations to senior leadership and the Board.</li></ul><h3>You will have...</h3><ul><li>Proven track record as an <strong>Interim Tax Professional</strong>, Tor Senior Tax Manager operating in complex, multinational, or highly regulated organisations.</li><li><strong>Expertise in OECD Pillar Two / global minimum tax</strong>, including modelling, compliance, and implementation. - this is a nice to have, non essential </li><li>Strong experience leading tax‑function change programmes or division overhauls.</li><li>Exceptional stakeholder‑management skills with the ability to influence at senior levels.</li><li>Highly analytical with strong problem‑solving capability and the capacity to operate at pace.</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/RG9taW5pYy5Gb3J0ZXkuNDAzNTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p> </p><p>A growing SME currently undergoing a major Oracle Fusion Finance transformation. We are looking for a proactive and flexible individual with strong hands-on experience in Oracle Fusion Financials, bringing broad functional knowledge across the Finance modules (GL, AP, PO, AR, CM) and ideally some exposure to EPM (FCC).</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Deliver functional expertise across Oracle Fusion Finance modules: GL, AP, PO, AR, CM; EPM (FCC) desirable</li><li>Provide best-practice on data migration from legacy systems into Oracle Fusion</li><li>Define and oversee user role mappings, access management, and security provisioning</li><li>Support business adoption, including training materials, end-user guidance, and change enablement</li><li>Active involvement in testing, from scenario design to risk-based testing</li><li>Post-go-live: help resolve issues and propose enhancements</li><li>Collaborate directly with business stakeholders</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in Oracle Fusion Finance implementations</li><li>Hands-on knowledge of GL, AP, PO, AR, CM; with EPM (FCC) desirable</li><li>Understanding and experience in data migration into Oracle Fusion</li><li>Understanding of Fusion security, access, and role mapping</li><li>Ability to contribute across design, build, test, and post-go-live phases</li><li>Excellent communication and consulting skills, with stakeholder-facing experience</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/bGlzYS5oYXl3YXJkLjUzMDYwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p></p><p>Robert Half Ltd are working with an organisatoin that are looking for an Interim Treasury Accountant to support several key short‑term treasury projects. This role will involve close collaboration with multiple UK entity finance teams, central group functions, and wider project teams.</p><p><br /> This will suit someone who enjoys project focused treasury work and is comfortable operating in a changing environment. You'll play a key role in helping to implement new systems, streamline processes, and strengthen controls across the UK business.</p><ul><li>Supporting delivery of several treasury projects</li><li>Reviewing the organisation's current banking arrangements and exploring potential alternatives</li><li>Improving treasury processes, controls, and reporting to enhance efficiency and reduce risk</li><li>Providing support with day‑to‑day and weekly treasury activities</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What they're looking for: </strong></p><ul><li>Strong Excel skills </li><li>Background working within multi‑site or large finance environments</li><li>Hands‑on experience delivering finance or treasury projects linked to cash management, forecasting, controls or reporting improvements</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/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuMTAwNjcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Buyer</strong><br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Bristol<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £30,000 - £33,000 (DOE)<br /> <strong>Job Type:</strong> Full-time, Permanent<br /> <strong>Working Hours:</strong> 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (core hours 9:00am - 4:00pm)<br /> <strong>Flexible/Hybrid Working:</strong> Available following successful completion of probation</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p><br /> Robert Half LTD are working with an established and growing manufacturing business who are seeking a Buyer to join its Manufacturing and Quality team. This is a varied role within a collaborative, small-team environment, offering the opportunity to take ownership of purchasing activities while contributing to continuous improvement across the supply chain.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Raise purchase orders and manage sales returns</li><li>Monitor and chase supplier deliveries, updating systems with any changes</li><li>Produce quarterly supplier performance reports covering delivery and quality metrics</li><li>Issue RFQs, evaluate supplier quotations, and recommend best-value options considering cost, lead time, and supplier performance</li><li>Negotiate with suppliers on pricing, terms, and delivery</li><li>Identify and onboard new suppliers to reduce single-source risk</li><li>Conduct supplier visits, performance reviews, and support continuous improvement initiatives</li><li>Carry out supplier audits in line with ISO9001 standards</li><li>Manage supplier non-conformance, ensuring corrective actions are implemented</li><li>Analyse data to support forecasting and identify trends</li><li>Coordinate shipping requests for outbound goods where required</li><li>Maintain and control Bills of Materials (BoMs) and associated documentation</li><li>Track and report on annual cost savings</li><li>Support general purchasing administration</li><li>Undertake additional duties as required</li><li>Ensure all procurement activities align with professional ethical standards</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>2-3 years' experience in a purchasing role within a manufacturing environment</li><li>Experience using MRP systems and demand planning tools</li><li>Proven experience conducting supplier audits and visits</li><li>Good understanding of ISO9001 standards</li><li>Strong organisational and communication skills</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable Skills</strong></p><ul><li>Experience using Microsoft Dynamics</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary of £30,000 - £33,000 depending on experience</li><li>37.5-hour working week with core hours of 9:00am - 4:00pm</li><li>Flexible and hybrid working options after probation</li><li>Opportunity to work within a supportive and collaborative team</li><li>Exposure to end-to-end procurement activities</li><li>A stable, growing organisation with a focus on quality and continuous improvement</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/UmFjaGVsLlNoYXcuMTgzODQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Head of Finance - Exclusive (Robert Half) - Based in Crick office based with flexibility/hybrid once probation has been passed.</strong></p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half are exclusively supporting the search for a Head of Finance, reporting to the Finance and Commercial Director and leading a team of four (2 Accounts Administrators, Finance Administrator, Credit Controller).</p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Role ownership:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Own end-to-end operational finance delivery</li><li>Lead monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)</li><li>Own budgeting, forecasting, and rolling forecasts</li><li>Oversee AP, AR, payroll, and full month-end close</li><li>Manage fixed assets (demo & hire fleet) including SAP processing, disposals, and depreciation</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Control & compliance:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Strengthen internal controls and financial governance</li><li>Improve reporting processes, systems, and financial discipline</li><li>Support year-end audit process</li><li>Ensure tax and regulatory compliance (including VAT)</li><li>Identify and manage financial and operational risk</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Commercial support:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Deliver financial insight and analysis to support decision-making</li><li>Improve forecasting accuracy through business driver understanding</li><li>Support challenge of cost base, margins, and performance assumptions</li><li>Drive profitability through commercial finance support</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Leadership & delivery:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Lead, develop, and scale a small finance team</li><li>Embed accountability, structure, and process discipline</li><li>Drive automation and continuous improvement across finance</li><li>Ensure the function is scalable to support growth</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Stakeholder scope:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Act as finance partner to operational teams and senior leadership</li><li>Operate across all levels from shop floor to board level</li><li>Engage with international stakeholders and major customers</li><li>UK & European travel may be required</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA or equivalent)</li><li>Strong ERP experience (SAP preferred)</li><li>5+ years' senior commercial finance experience</li><li>Proven leadership experience in a hands-on environment</li><li>Strong balance of operational detail and commercial thinking</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuMzI3OTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h1> </h1><p>Robert Half are working with a well-established business based in North Bristol who are looking to bring in an experienced interim to support a critical period of change within their finance function.</p><p>Following recent team changes, the business has identified clear capability gaps and a pressing need to stabilise and improve core finance processes - particularly where manual, Excel-based workflows are currently creating operational risk. This is a hands-on role where you will make a tangible impact from day one.</p><ul><li>Immediate start required</li><li>Day rate up to £350 per day</li><li>Flexible hybrid working arrangements</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Streamline and automate existing workflows, with a focus on Excel, reporting and data handling</li><li>Leverage Office 365 tools - including Power Automate - to reduce manual effort and increase reliability</li><li>Identify and address areas where manual processes are creating issues.</li><li>Support day-to-day treasury activities including allocations, receipts, payments and invoicing</li><li>Ensure core processes are as automated and robust as possible</li><li>Build and enhance reporting tools that integrate across the wider group structure</li><li>Ensure consistency and visibility of financial data across multiple entities</li><li>Support integration between Sage and other group systems, including SAP.</li></ul><p><strong>What We're Looking For:</strong></p><ul><li>Strong Excel and data analytics skills - comfortable working with large data sets and building automated solutions</li><li>Demonstrable experience in process improvement and automation, ideally using Power Automate or similar tools</li><li>Solid grounding in accounting fundamentals, particularly treasury and transactional finance</li><li>Proven ability to hit the ground running in an interim capacity and deliver results quickly</li><li>Confident communicator able to work across finance and operational teams</li></ul><p>For more information, or to apply please respond to this advert or contact Ben Williams @ Robert Half on 01179 935400.</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YmVuLndpbGxpYW1zLjg4MDQyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>PRINCIPAL COMMERCIAL OFFICER - UP TO £48k - BRISTOL - HYBRID </strong></p><p>Robert Half are delighted to be working with a world-leading organisation in their search for a permanent, full-time Principal Commercial Officer offering hybrid working and up to £48k + bonus!</p><p><strong>Things to know: </strong></p><ul><li><strong>Job Title:</strong> Principal Commercial Officer</li><li><strong>Salary</strong>: £45k - £48k, depending on experience + company bonus</li><li><strong>Location</strong>: Bristol</li><li><strong>Working pattern: </strong>hybrid (2-3 days onsite, rest working from home)</li><li><strong>Benefits</strong>: enhanced parental leave, free parking, subsidised meals and more!</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Business Winning:</strong> Play a key role in securing new contracts and commercial opportunities. Support the full route to contract award, including bid preparation, cross-functional collaboration, and development of high-quality proposals that protect and enhance business interests.</li><li><strong>Contract Delivery:</strong> Support the successful delivery of contractual commitments by managing contract activities, administering changes, resolving issues, and ensuring obligations are met efficiently and compliantly.</li><li><strong>Negotiations</strong>: Assist in negotiating terms, variations, and amendments to achieve agreement within approved parameters while maintaining contractual compliance.</li><li><strong>Stakeholder Management</strong>: Build and maintain strong working relationships with customers, suppliers, and industry partners. Act as a central point of contact between internal teams and external stakeholders.</li><li><strong>Communication & Reporting</strong>: Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, providing clear updates and reporting on portfolio progress to senior management.</li><li><strong>Commercial Representation:</strong> Represent the commercial function in internal reviews, project meetings, and customer engagements.</li><li><strong>Operational Excellence</strong>: Manage day-to-day administration of commercial information systems, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement of processes.</li><li><strong>Performance & Delivery</strong>: Work effectively in a fast-paced environment, meeting deadlines while promoting best practice and professional standards across the function.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements: </strong></p><ul><li>Experienced in a broad range of commercial issues and skills including contract management skills throughout the contract lifecycle.</li><li>Commercial understanding from customer through to supplier.</li><li>Good understanding of contract law and its applicability.</li><li>Ability to draft or modify terms and conditions.</li><li>Understanding Liabilities and mitigating Risk.</li><li>Awareness of Import and Export restrictions and licensing requirements desirable.</li><li>Ability to understand and use pricing and costing models.</li><li>Good Knowledge of IT and Business Tools including SAP desirable.</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/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuODc2NTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h2 data-start="262" data-section-id="15rtqmj" data-end="317">Financial Controller </h2><p data-end="442" data-start="318"><strong data-end="331" data-start="318">Location:</strong> Bristol (Hybrid)<br data-start="348" / data-end="351"> <strong data-end="362" data-start="351">Salary:</strong> £80,000-£85,000 plus generous bonus</p><h3 data-end="470" data-start="449" data-section-id="dmr0na">The Opportunity</h3><p data-end="654" data-start="471">Robert Half is partnering with a <strong data-start="530" data-end="583">large, international and purpose-led organisation</strong> to recruit a <strong data-start="597" data-end="651">Financial Controller</strong>.</p><p data-start="656" data-end="836">This is a high-profile role within a complex, multi-entity group operating across the world headquartered in Bristol</p><p data-end="1028" data-start="838">You will play a key role in leading group financial reporting, managing global audits, and partnering with senior stakeholders to drive financial control and insight across the organisation.</p><p data-start="838" data-end="1028"> </p><p data-end="1028" data-start="838"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p data-end="1100" data-start="1063"><strong data-end="1100" data-start="1063">Group Financial Reporting & Audit</strong></p><ul data-end="1479" data-start="1101"><li data-section-id="1few9m3" data-start="1101" data-end="1205">Lead the preparation of consolidated group financial statements across UK and international entities</li><li data-section-id="q10473" data-start="1206" data-end="1305">Own the year-end and interim audit process, acting as the primary contact for external auditors</li><li data-end="1388" data-start="1306" data-section-id="eebpcb">Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory frameworks</li><li data-start="1389" data-section-id="19eesux" data-end="1479">Manage month-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate balance sheet reporting</li></ul><p data-start="1481" data-end="1524"><strong data-end="1524" data-start="1481">Financial Control & Process Improvement</strong></p><ul data-end="1785" data-start="1525"><li data-end="1608" data-start="1525" data-section-id="d5tacd">Maintain robust financial controls and governance across multiple jurisdictions</li><li data-section-id="ttbghj" data-start="1609" data-end="1715">Drive continuous improvement in finance processes, systems, and reporting (including ERP optimisation)</li><li data-section-id="kobxs2" data-start="1716" data-end="1785">Manage relationships with external service providers and advisors</li></ul><p data-end="1820" data-start="1787"><strong data-start="1787" data-end="1820">Business Partnering & Insight</strong></p><ul data-start="1821" data-end="2075"><li data-section-id="j4cyx3" data-start="1821" data-end="1917">Provide technical accounting guidance to senior stakeholders, including executive leadership</li><li data-section-id="bctxrn" data-start="1918" data-end="1993">Support financial planning, forecasting, and working capital management</li><li data-end="2075" data-start="1994" data-section-id="axhe2q">Deliver clear, concise financial insights to inform strategic decision-making</li></ul><p data-start="2077" data-end="2097"><strong data-start="2077" data-end="2097">Specialist Areas</strong></p><ul data-start="2098" data-end="2219"><li data-section-id="74ew0g" data-start="2098" data-end="2156">Oversee accounting for investments and pension schemes</li><li data-end="2219" data-start="2157" data-section-id="1qpllqu">Support group-wide insurance processes and risk management</li></ul><h3 data-end="2241" data-start="2226" data-section-id="1aojag"> </h3><h3 data-section-id="1aojag" data-start="2226" data-end="2241">About You</h3><p data-end="2379" data-start="2243">We are looking for a technically strong and commercially aware finance professional who thrives in a complex, international environment.</p><p data-start="2381" data-end="2395"><strong data-end="2395" data-start="2381">Essential:</strong></p><ul data-end="2719" data-start="2396"><li data-start="2396" data-section-id="ywinux" data-end="2470">ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified with significant post-qualified experience</li><li data-end="2531" data-start="2471" data-section-id="8bq970">Strong background in group financial reporting and audit</li><li data-end="2601" data-section-id="1k0f7dw" data-start="2532">Experience operating in multi-entity, international organisations</li><li data-end="2647" data-start="2602" data-section-id="1y6qc3m">Up-to-date technical accounting knowledge</li><li data-section-id="t9sjbr" data-start="2648" data-end="2719">Proven ability to manage audits and engage with senior stakeholders</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:</strong></p><p><strong>£80,000 - £85,000 plus generous bonus and above average remote working policy</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/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi4wMTQyMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
