<p><strong>Financial Controller - 4 Day Working Week</strong></p><p><strong>Harrogate </strong></p><p>Robert Half Accountancy and Finance is recruiting an experienced Financial Controller to join a forward-thinking business based in Harrogate. This is a key role overseeing day‑to‑day financial operations, ensuring robust controls, accurate reporting, and strong business partnering across both core and commercial activities.</p><p>You'll work closely with the Finance Director, providing high‑quality management information, driving process improvements, and leading a small, capable finance team. This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys both hands‑on financial control and influencing senior stakeholders.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Leading month‑end, management accounts and financial reporting</li><li>Maintaining strong financial controls and supporting year‑end and audit processes</li><li>Overseeing budgeting, forecasting and cashflow planning</li><li>Acting as a business partner to operational and commercial teams</li><li>Line managing and developing the finance team</li><li>Driving improvements in systems, processes, and financial procedures</li><li></li></ul><p><strong>Requirements: </strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)</li><li>Strong experience in a similar Financial Controller role</li><li>Confident in leading a finance team and developing people</li><li>Excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills</li><li>Proactive, commercially aware and comfortable driving change</li></ul><p><strong>What's on offer: </strong></p><ul><li>£65,000 basic salary (for 4 days)</li><li>Excellent benefits package</li><li>Office‑based initially, with some hybrid working once settled in the role</li></ul><p><strong> </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/cmViZWNjYS5tY2xhcnR5LjYwNjIyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p></p><p><strong>Financial Controller- Harrogate </strong></p><p>Robert Half Accountancy and Finance is recruiting an experienced Financial Controller to join a well established business based in Harrogate. The successful candidate will lead the delivery of accurate monthly accounts, maintain strong financial controls, and oversee balance sheet integrity. The role includes supporting year‑end processes, working with auditors, coordinating budgets and forecasts, and providing clear financial reports for senior leadership.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Produce accurate monthly management accounts and commentary</li><li>Maintain financial controls and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Support year‑end accounts and audit processes</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting</li><li>Provide commercial finance support to the wider business </li><li>Partner with operational teams to improve financial understanding</li><li>Lead and develop a small finance team</li><li>Improve processes, procedures, and finance systems</li><li>Ensure compliance with governance and statutory requirements</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>QBE, part-qualified or qualified Finance </li><li>Strong experience producing monthly accounts and managing financial controls</li><li>Confident in supporting budgeting, forecasting, and reporting</li><li>Ability to partner effectively with non‑finance stakeholders</li><li>Comfortable with improving processes and supporting system enhancements</li></ul><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br>Salary:<br> <br><br><br><br>£ 65,000, plus additional benefits <br><br><br><br><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/cmViZWNjYS5tY2xhcnR5LjEyMTA0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a global manufacturing group in Leicester to recruit a Financial Controller for a highly visible, senior finance leadership role.</p><p>This Financial Controller position sits at the heart of a complex, engineering-led manufacturing operation with international reach. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, the role acts as their number two and takes ownership of financial performance for a significant operating segment, while also supporting wider business unit reporting, consolidation and process improvement. It is a site-based role, offering flexibility, and is suited to someone who enjoys being close to operations and influencing decision-making at senior level.</p><p><strong>The role</strong><br />As Financial Controller, you will lead finance for a core manufacturing division while also playing a key role in business unit oversight. You will partner closely with production, supply chain and commercial leaders to drive performance, improve margins and strengthen financial control. This is a hands-on leadership role with regular exposure to senior leadership and group stakeholders.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li><p>Full financial ownership for a major manufacturing segment, covering management accounts, forecasting and budgeting</p></li><li><p>Delivering clear weekly, monthly and quarterly reporting on operational performance, including COGS, inventory and working capital</p></li><li><p>Providing detailed variance analysis across material, labour and overhead costs, with actionable insight to improve profitability</p></li><li><p>Driving working capital optimisation and cash flow improvement initiatives</p></li><li><p>Leading cost control and efficiency programmes in collaboration with operational teams</p></li><li><p>Ensuring robust inventory control, valuation and compliance with statutory and group requirements</p></li><li><p>Supporting investment cases, capital expenditure proposals and scenario modelling</p></li><li><p>Owning internal controls, governance and SOX compliance at site level</p></li><li><p>Leading local statutory and internal audits and coordinating activity across the finance team</p></li><li><p>Supporting the Finance Director with business unit consolidation, group submissions and consistent month-end processes</p></li><li><p>Contributing to the standardisation and improvement of reporting, ERP usage and data quality across sites</p></li></ul><p><strong>Who we are looking for</strong><br />This role will suit an experienced Financial Controller or senior finance professional with a strong manufacturing background and the confidence to operate as a true business partner to operations and leadership teams.</p><p>You are likely to bring:</p><ul><li><p>Full accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)</p></li><li><p>Significant post-qualified experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment</p></li><li><p>Proven experience in a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or similar leadership role</p></li><li><p>Strong knowledge of standard costing, margin analysis and operational finance</p></li><li><p>Experience working within UK and US GAAP environments, with solid SOX exposure</p></li><li><p>The ability to influence senior stakeholders using clear, commercial financial insight</p></li><li><p>A track record of driving process improvement, automation and stronger controls</p></li><li><p>Confidence operating in a fast-paced, site-based environment with competing priorities</p></li></ul><p><strong>What's on offer</strong><br />This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior Financial Controller role within a well-established manufacturing business with global operations and strong investment in its people and processes.</p><p>The role offers:</p><ul><li><p>A senior, site-based Financial Controller role with flexibility</p></li><li><p>Significant exposure to operational leadership and group stakeholders</p></li><li><p>Broad remit across operations, reporting, controls and transformation</p></li><li><p>A collaborative, engineering-led culture with a continuous improvement mindset</p></li><li><p>Competitive salary and benefits package</p></li></ul><p>If this Financial Controller role in Leicester is of interest, or if you are a senior finance professional looking to step into a broader leadership position, please apply now. Even if you are not actively looking, we are always keen to speak with accomplished finance professionals and get you on our radar.</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/RGFuaWVsLkdyZWVuZS4yNzk1Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Financial Controller</strong></p><p><strong>PE‑backed Manufacturing Business | Sheffield </strong></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £65,000 - £75,000 + £5,000 car allowance + bonus<br /><strong>Hybrid working - 3 days onsite</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for a <strong>Financial Controller</strong> to join a high‑growth, <strong>Private Equity‑backed manufacturing business</strong> in Sheffield.</p><p>Following a period of significant expansion through acquisition, the business is now entering its next phase, professionalising the finance function, embedding stronger controls, and creating meaningful financial insight to support operational and strategic decision‑making.</p><p> </p><p>This is a <strong>senior, hands‑on Number 1 finance role on site</strong>, ideally suited to a commercially minded Financial Controller who enjoys building, improving and influencing, rather than inheriting a finished product.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reporting directly to the UK Managing Director, with a dotted line to a European Finance Director, the Financial Controller will have full ownership of the UK finance function and play a key role in shaping the business as it continues to scale.</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><p> </p><ul><li><strong>Financial Leadership & Reporting:</strong> Full responsibility for monthly management accounts, statutory reporting and compliance across UK entities.</li><li><strong>Controls & Process Improvement:</strong> Review, implement and embed appropriate financial controls and processes aligned to PE ownership.</li><li><strong>Systems & Transformation:</strong> Lead the implementation of a new finance system and drive improvements in reporting, data quality and insight.</li><li><strong>Budgeting & Forecasting:</strong> Rebuild budgeting and forecasting processes, including cash flow management and liquidity planning.</li><li><strong>Operational & Commercial Finance:</strong> Act as a key business partner to operations and supply chain, with a focus on costing, margins, inventory and manufacturing performance.</li><li><strong>Leadership & Stakeholder Management:</strong> Support and develop a small transactional finance team and work closely with senior stakeholders, including PE investors where required.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Ideal Candidate</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).</li><li>Proven experience in a <strong>change‑led finance role</strong>, ideally within a growing or acquiring business.</li><li>Track record of implementing <strong>new systems, controls and processes</strong>.</li><li>Strong commercial and operational mindset with the confidence to partner at MD level.</li><li>Comfortable operating as a <strong>Number 1 on site</strong> while reporting into a group or regional structure.</li><li>Manufacturing and/or PE‑backed experience is beneficial but <strong>not essential</strong>.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£65,000 - £75,000 base salary</li><li>£5,000 Car allowance</li><li>Annual bonus</li><li>Hybrid working (minimum 3 days onsite)</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package</li><li>Genuine opportunity to grow the role as the business scales</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjIxMzk0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Financial Controller - PE backed Manufacturing Business, Barnsley</strong></p><p><strong>Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 </strong><br /><strong>Hybrid - minimum 3 days onsite</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for a Financial Controller to join a fast-growing, PE-backed manufacturing business based in Barnsley. This is a pivotal role for a qualified finance professional (CIMA/ACCA) currently in a Management Accountant or Finance Manager looking for a step up into a new role where they can add real value in a dynamic environment.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting to the UK Managing Director with a dotted line into a Group Finance Director, the Financial Controller will take ownership of all financial operations for the UK entities, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and strategic financial management.</p><p> </p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li><strong>Financial Management & Reporting</strong>: Lead monthly and annual management accounts and statutory reporting; ensure compliance with UK and US GAAP.</li><li><strong>Budgeting & Forecasting</strong>: Manage budgeting cycles, cash flow forecasting, and liquidity control.</li><li><strong>Operational Finance</strong>: Partner with operations and supply chain to track COGS, inventory valuation, and production efficiency.</li><li><strong>Leadership:</strong> Manage and develop a small finance team (AP and Credit Control).</li><li><strong>Compliance & Audit</strong>: Act as key contact for auditors and ensure adherence to governance standards.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>The Ideal Candidate</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or ACA).</li><li>Proven experience in a finance role within manufacturing or other industrial sectors.</li><li>Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory management, and ERP systems.</li><li>Commercially astute with excellent analytical and leadership skills.</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced, PE-backed environment.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£55,000 - £60,000 per annum</li><li>Annual Bonus</li><li>Hybrid working (minimum 3 days onsite)</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package</li><li>Long term career progression opportunities</li><li>Exposure to a PE environment</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjc5ODE0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Financial Controller</strong></p><p><strong>PE‑backed Manufacturing Business | Barnsley</strong></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £65,000 - £75,000 + £5,000 car allowance + bonus<br /> <strong>Hybrid working - minimum 3 days onsite</strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for a <strong>Financial Controller</strong> to join a high‑growth, <strong>Private Equity‑backed manufacturing business</strong> in Barnsley.</p><p>Following a period of significant expansion through acquisition, the business is now entering its next phase, professionalising the finance function, embedding stronger controls, and creating meaningful financial insight to support operational and strategic decision‑making.</p><p> </p><p>This is a <strong>senior, hands‑on Number 1 finance role on site</strong>, ideally suited to a commercially minded Financial Controller who enjoys building, improving and influencing, rather than inheriting a finished product.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reporting directly to the UK Managing Director, with a dotted line to a European Finance Director, the Financial Controller will have full ownership of the UK finance function and play a key role in shaping the business as it continues to scale.</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><p> </p><ul><li><strong>Financial Leadership & Reporting:</strong> Full responsibility for monthly management accounts, statutory reporting and compliance across UK entities.</li><li><strong>Controls & Process Improvement:</strong> Review, implement and embed appropriate financial controls and processes aligned to PE ownership.</li><li><strong>Systems & Transformation:</strong> Lead the implementation of a new finance system and drive improvements in reporting, data quality and insight.</li><li><strong>Budgeting & Forecasting:</strong> Rebuild budgeting and forecasting processes, including cash flow management and liquidity planning.</li><li><strong>Operational & Commercial Finance:</strong> Act as a key business partner to operations and supply chain, with a focus on costing, margins, inventory and manufacturing performance.</li><li><strong>Leadership & Stakeholder Management:</strong> Support and develop a small transactional finance team and work closely with senior stakeholders, including PE investors where required.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Ideal Candidate</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).</li><li>Proven experience in a <strong>change‑led finance role</strong>, ideally within a growing or acquiring business.</li><li>Track record of implementing <strong>new systems, controls and processes</strong>.</li><li>Strong commercial and operational mindset with the confidence to partner at MD level.</li><li>Comfortable operating as a <strong>Number 1 on site</strong> while reporting into a group or regional structure.</li><li>Manufacturing and/or PE‑backed experience is beneficial but <strong>not essential</strong>.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£65,000 - £75,000 base salary</li><li>£5,000 Car allowance</li><li>Annual bonus</li><li>Hybrid working (minimum 3 days onsite)</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package</li><li>Genuine opportunity to grow the role as the business scales</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjA1OTM0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-end="218" data-start="0">Robert Half is partnering with a privately owned SME manufacturing business in Nottingham, backed by a large international parent group, to appoint an Interim Financial Controller for an initial three-month assignment.</p><p data-start="220" data-end="576">This interim Financial Controller role has been created to provide stability, leadership and continuity within the finance function while the business completes a permanent recruitment process. The business is a multi-million-pound UK manufacturing operation and forms part of a wider international group, offering a complex but well-supported environment.</p><p data-end="885" data-start="578">The role will see you acting as the senior finance lead on site, working closely with the UK Managing Director and reporting into the Group CFO overseas. This is a hands-on interim Financial Controller position, combining day-to-day financial control with commercial business partnering and group reporting.</p><p data-end="921" data-start="887">Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul data-end="1705" data-start="922"><li data-end="1030" data-start="922"><p data-start="924" data-end="1030">Taking ownership of the UK finance function and maintaining strong financial control across the business</p></li><li data-start="1031" data-end="1123"><p data-end="1123" data-start="1033">Leading and supporting a small finance team, ensuring day-to-day delivery and continuity</p></li><li data-start="1124" data-end="1212"><p data-start="1126" data-end="1212">Full responsibility for P&L, balance sheet, cash flow and working capital management</p></li><li data-end="1293" data-start="1213"><p data-end="1293" data-start="1215">Overseeing budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis for the UK operation</p></li><li data-start="1294" data-end="1377"><p data-end="1377" data-start="1296">Producing accurate and timely monthly reporting in line with group requirements</p></li><li data-start="1378" data-end="1464"><p data-end="1464" data-start="1380">Ensuring compliance with local accounting standards, VAT and statutory obligations</p></li><li data-start="1465" data-end="1549"><p data-start="1467" data-end="1549">Managing cost accounting, stock, margins and manufacturing performance reporting</p></li><li data-start="1550" data-end="1639"><p data-end="1639" data-start="1552">Acting as a key business partner to the UK MD on operational and commercial decisions</p></li><li data-end="1705" data-start="1640"><p data-start="1642" data-end="1705">Liaising with group finance and external advisors as required</p></li></ul><p data-end="1850" data-start="1707">We are looking to speak with experienced interim finance professionals who can step in quickly and add immediate value. You are likely to have:</p><ul data-end="2246" data-start="1851"><li data-start="1851" data-end="1914"><p data-start="1853" data-end="1914">A professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)</p></li><li data-end="1994" data-start="1915"><p data-start="1917" data-end="1994">Strong manufacturing experience, ideally within an SME or group environment</p></li><li data-end="2086" data-start="1995"><p data-start="1997" data-end="2086">A hands-on approach with the ability to get into the detail while maintaining oversight</p></li><li data-end="2171" data-start="2087"><p data-start="2089" data-end="2171">Proven experience stabilising or leading finance teams through periods of change</p></li><li data-start="2172" data-end="2246"><p data-end="2246" data-start="2174">The confidence to operate autonomously and partner senior stakeholders</p></li></ul><p data-end="2264" data-start="2248">What's on offer:</p><ul data-start="2265" data-end="2579"><li data-end="2341" data-start="2265"><p data-start="2267" data-end="2341">A three-month interim Financial Controller assignment with a clear remit</p></li><li data-end="2421" data-start="2342"><p data-start="2344" data-end="2421">Exposure to an international manufacturing group and senior leadership team</p></li><li data-start="2422" data-end="2497"><p data-start="2424" data-end="2497">A visible role supporting both operational delivery and group reporting</p></li><li data-end="2579" data-start="2498"><p data-end="2579" data-start="2500">The opportunity to make a tangible impact while the permanent hire is secured</p></li></ul><p data-start="2581" data-is-only-node="" data-end="2789" data-is-last-node="">If this interim Financial Controller role in Nottingham looks of interest, or if you are an accomplished interim finance professional within manufacturing and would like to get on our radar, please apply now.</p><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGFuaWVsLkdyZWVuZS43NTQwMy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Are you a fully qualified Financial Controller with a passion for driving transformation in high-growth, acquisitive environments? Robert Half are working with a dynamic organisation recognised for their ambitious M&A activity is seeking an experienced Interim Financial Controller to lead their finance team through a period of positive change.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Oversee day-to-day financial operations and ensure robust reporting through a period of rapid business expansion.</li><li>Provide hands-on leadership to the finance function, ideally with experience managing and developing a team within a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Act as finance lead for the implementation of Microsoft Dynamics, supporting business integration, data migration, and process optimisation.</li><li>Partner with senior leadership to drive strategic initiatives, streamline procedures, and enhance financial controls.</li><li>Support post-acquisition integration, ensuring seamless financial reporting and compliance.</li></ul><p>The Ideal Candidate:</p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Demonstrable experience as a Financial Controller or in a similar leadership role within an acquisitive or transformation-focused business.</li><li>Proven capabilities managing, developing, and mentoring finance teams.</li><li>Hands-on experience with ERP/system implementation, previous use of Microsoft Dynamics is highly desirable.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Available to start on short notice for an interim assignment.</li></ul><p>Join a forward-thinking business poised for further growth and transformation, and play a pivotal role in its success.</p><p>Ready to take the next step? Contact us today to learn more or apply.</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/c3RlcGhhbmllLmRhd3Nvbi44Mjg0MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for a Financial Controller to join an established business unit of a PE backed business based in Leeds.</p><p>The business has experienced significant growth through acquisition and now requires a commercially minded Financial Controller to partner closely with the Managing Director and play a key role in shaping future strategy.</p><p>This is a hybrid role and offers a salary of £75,000-£80,000 + bonus + benefits.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Working as part of the local leadership team, you will report directly to the Managing Director and oversee a small finance team of two. Alongside ownership of monthly management accounts, your remit is weighted heavily toward commercial finance and decision support.</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Business partnering with the Managing Director to drive growth, profitability and operational performance</li><li>Leading budgeting, forecasting and longer‑term planning</li><li>Supporting pricing, margin analysis and tenders</li><li>Providing commercial insight to guide strategic decisions and investment choices</li><li>Implementing process improvements and supporting ongoing change across the business unit</li><li>Ensuring the timely production of accurate monthly management accounts and KPIs</li><li>Coaching and developing the finance team</li></ul><p><strong>The Ideal Candidate:</strong></p><p>Fully qualified CIMA / ACCA / ACA</p><ul><li>Strong commercial finance background with proven business partnering capability</li><li>Experience working within a growing or evolving environment (M&A experience advantageous)</li><li>Confident operating as the right hand to an MD, influencing decisions and challenging constructively</li><li>Comfortable balancing hands‑on finance with high‑level strategic input</li></ul><p> </p><p>Salary & Benefits</p><ul><li>£75,000-£80,000 base salary</li><li>Annual bonus up to 20%</li><li>Competitive benefits package</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Opportunity to take a pivotal commercial role in a growing UK group</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjU0MTQ3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for a Financial Controller to join an established business unit of a PE backed business based in Leeds.</p><p>The business has experienced significant growth through acquisition and now requires a commercially minded Financial Controller to partner closely with the Managing Director and play a key role in shaping future strategy.</p><p>This is a hybrid role and offers a salary of £70,000-£75,000 + benefits.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Working as part of the local leadership team, you will report directly to the Managing Director and oversee a small finance team of two. Alongside ownership of monthly management accounts, your remit is weighted heavily toward commercial finance and decision support.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key responsibilities include:</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Business partnering with the Managing Director to drive growth, profitability and operational performance</li><li>Leading budgeting, forecasting and longer‑term planning</li><li>Supporting pricing, margin analysis and tenders</li><li>Providing commercial insight to guide strategic decisions and investment choices</li><li>Implementing process improvements and supporting ongoing change across the business unit</li><li>Ensuring the timely production of accurate monthly management accounts and KPIs</li><li>Coaching and developing the finance team</li></ul><p><strong>The Ideal Candidate:</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified CIMA / ACCA / ACA</li><li>Strong commercial finance background with proven business partnering capability</li><li>Experience working within a growing or evolving environment (M&A experience advantageous)</li><li>Confident operating as the right hand to an MD, influencing decisions and challenging constructively</li><li>Comfortable balancing hands‑on finance with high‑level strategic input</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£70,000-£75,000 base salary</li><li>Competitive benefits package</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Opportunity to take a pivotal commercial role in a growing UK group</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjk5NjU5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-end="278" data-start="103">A fast-growing Manchester based professional services firm is seeking a hands-on Financial Controller to lead its finance function during a period of exciting change. You will maintain business as usual finance responsibilities whilst senior finance professionals work on a 4 month project. </p><p data-start="280" data-end="428">This is a senior, hands-on role overseeing financial reporting, controls, cash flow, and operational finance in a dynamic, multi-office environment.</p><h3 data-end="454" data-start="430">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-end="815" data-start="455"><li data-start="455" data-end="514"><p data-start="457" data-end="514">Produce monthly management accounts and board reporting</p></li><li data-end="579" data-start="515"><p data-start="517" data-end="579">Oversee billing, revenue recognition, WIP and credit control</p></li><li data-end="620" data-start="580"><p data-start="582" data-end="620">Manage cash flow and working capital</p></li><li data-start="621" data-end="666"><p data-end="666" data-start="623">Lead statutory accounts and audit process</p></li><li data-end="714" data-start="667"><p data-start="669" data-end="714">Strengthen financial controls and processes</p></li><li data-end="777" data-start="715"><p data-end="777" data-start="717">Partner with senior leadership to support strategic growth</p></li><li data-end="815" data-start="778"><p data-start="780" data-end="815">Lead and develop the finance team</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="817" data-end="830">About You</h3><ul data-end="1103" data-start="831"><li data-start="831" data-end="862"><p data-end="862" data-start="833">ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified</p></li><li data-end="933" data-start="863"><p data-end="933" data-start="865">Proven experience as a Financial Controller or senior finance lead</p></li><li data-start="863" data-end="933"><p data-start="865" data-end="933">Hands-on, proactive and comfortable in a scaling business</p></li><li data-end="933" data-start="863">Northwest based & available immediately</li></ul><p data-end="1246" data-start="1105">This is an excellent opportunity to join an entrepreneurial firm where you can make a visible impact and help shape the next phase of growth.</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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjIyNjU2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Derby<br /> <strong>Hours:</strong> Full-time, Monday to Friday<br /> <strong>Reporting to:</strong> CEO</p><h2><strong>Role Purpose</strong></h2><p>The Head of Finance will lead the financial management, reporting and commercial analysis for the organisation. This role ensures the business has robust financial controls, accurate reporting, and forward‑looking insight that supports decision‑making, growth and operational performance.</p><p>This is both a strategic and hands‑on position, responsible for overseeing day‑to‑day finance operations while contributing directly to long‑term planning and business leadership.</p><h2><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h2><h3><strong>Financial Management & Controls</strong></h3><ul><li>Lead the finance function, ensuring accurate and timely month‑end and year‑end close</li><li>Maintain strong financial controls, policies and processes</li><li>Oversee balance sheet integrity, reconciliations and audit readiness</li><li>Manage treasury, cash flow, banking relationships and working capital cycles</li></ul><h3><strong>Management Reporting</strong></h3><ul><li>Prepare monthly management accounts with insightful analysis</li><li>Present financial performance to senior leadership</li><li>Develop dashboards, KPIs and performance metrics</li><li>Ensure reporting is consistent, timely and decision‑ready</li></ul><h3><strong>Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning</strong></h3><ul><li>Lead annual budgeting and quarterly reforecasting</li><li>Partner with operational leaders to build robust financial plans</li><li>Provide variance analysis with clear commercial explanations</li><li>Identify risks, opportunities and financial impacts</li></ul><h3><strong>Commercial Finance & Business Partnering</strong></h3><ul><li>Support pricing, margin analysis, cost reviews and investment decisions</li><li>Work with operations, sales and projects to improve financial outcomes</li><li>Provide financial modelling for business cases, capital spend or new initiatives</li></ul><h3><strong>Cash Flow & Working Capital</strong></h3><ul><li>Own cash flow forecasting and liquidity management</li><li>Drive improvements in debtor management, inventory and supplier terms</li><li>Monitor cash conversion and support funding requirements where needed</li></ul><h3><strong>Systems, Processes & Continuous Improvement</strong></h3><ul><li>Improve finance systems and reporting tools</li><li>Strengthen processes to support scalability and growth</li><li>Lead upgrades or transitions to new accounting/ERP systems</li><li>Drive automation and efficiency across finance operations</li></ul><h3> </h3><h2><strong>Candidate Profile</strong></h2><h3><strong>Qualifications</strong></h3><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA or equivalent)</li><li>Strong technical grounding in financial and management accounting</li></ul><h3><strong>Experience</strong></h3><ul><li>Proven experience in a senior finance role, ideally Head of Finance or Finance Manager ready to step up</li><li>Background within SME environments </li><li>Experience in manufacturing and engineering</li><li>Demonstrable ability to lead a finance function end‑to‑end</li></ul><h3> </h3><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><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/SmF5LkJob2phbmkuNzIwMzIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working with a prominent professional services firm based in North Leeds who are seeking an experienced Financial Accountant for a role to support the team through a number of business transitions.</p><p>In this high-visibility position, you'll take immediate responsibility for monthly consolidation and month end close processes, delivering timely and accurate results. Your expertise will enable the permanent staff to focus on strategic business initiatives, making a proactive mindset and the ability to work quickly essential.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Lead and execute all consolidation and month-end close tasks independently</li><li>Maintain accuracy, timeliness, and compliance within all accounting operations</li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvements and immediate solutions</li><li>Collaborate closely with Senior Managers and share best practices across the team</li><li>Provide support and guidance to junior team members as needed</li></ul><p>What We're Seeking:</p><ul><li>Demonstrated experience at Senior Accountant or Accounting Manager level in complex, fast-paced environments</li><li>Advanced knowledge of consolidation, MEC, and financial controls</li><li>Proficiency with a large business system in a larger business</li><li>Strong resilience, adaptability, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Quick learner with new systems and processes</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and exceptional communication abilities</li></ul><p>Your Rewards:</p><ul><li>Highly competitive pay, plus generous TOIL (Time Off in Lieu) for extra hours, especially at month-end</li><li>Opportunity to drive process improvements in a large, innovative organisation</li><li>Located in North Leeds with hybrid working arrangements</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/c3RlcGhhbmllLmRhd3Nvbi45NDg0OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-end="160" data-start="0">Financial Accountant / Assistant Group Financial Controller / Finance Manager<br data-end="80" data-start="77" /> Manchester (Hybrid)<br data-start="99" data-end="102" />Paying upto £60K | Full-Time | Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm</p><p data-end="428" data-start="162">We are working exclusively on behalf of a high-growth, international technology business to recruit a qualified Financial Accountant into a key role within its finance function. The organisation operates across more than 90 countries and continues to scale globally.</p><p data-start="430" data-end="440">The Role</p><ul data-start="442" data-end="710"><li data-start="442" data-end="489"><p data-end="489" data-start="444">Reporting to the Group Financial Controller</p></li><li data-end="570" data-start="490"><p data-start="492" data-end="570">Broad exposure across financial accounting, treasury and process improvement</p></li><li data-start="571" data-end="646"><p data-end="646" data-start="573">Ownership of month-end and oversight of multiple international entities</p></li><li data-start="647" data-end="710"><p data-start="649" data-end="710">Hands-on role within a fast-paced, multi-entity environment</p></li></ul><p data-end="734" data-start="712">Key Responsibilities</p><p data-start="736" data-end="772">International Financial Accounting</p><ul data-end="1317" data-start="773"><li data-end="848" data-start="773"><p data-start="775" data-end="848">Lead the month-end close process ensuring accurate and timely reporting</p></li><li data-end="923" data-start="849"><p data-end="923" data-start="851">Manage daily accounting and month-end procedures across group entities</p></li><li data-start="924" data-end="1015"><p data-start="926" data-end="1015">Prepare and review accruals, prepayments, fixed assets and intercompany reconciliations</p></li><li data-start="1016" data-end="1066"><p data-start="1018" data-end="1066">Contribute to consolidated management accounts</p></li><li data-start="1067" data-end="1128"><p data-start="1069" data-end="1128">Oversee group-wide billing, reconciliations and reporting</p></li><li data-end="1200" data-start="1129"><p data-start="1131" data-end="1200">Support audit processes and maintain strong documentation standards</p></li><li data-end="1260" data-start="1201"><p data-start="1203" data-end="1260">Identify and implement process and control improvements</p></li><li data-end="1317" data-start="1261"><p data-start="1263" data-end="1317">Liaise with clients and suppliers to resolve queries</p></li></ul><p data-start="1319" data-end="1342">Treasury and Cashflow</p><ul data-end="1557" data-start="1343"><li data-end="1399" data-start="1343"><p data-start="1345" data-end="1399">Manage group cash positions and oversee payment runs</p></li><li data-start="1400" data-end="1437"><p data-start="1402" data-end="1437">Review daily bank reconciliations</p></li><li data-start="1438" data-end="1468"><p data-end="1468" data-start="1440">Prepare cashflow forecasts</p></li><li data-end="1506" data-start="1469"><p data-start="1471" data-end="1506">Support effective debt management</p></li><li data-end="1557" data-start="1507"><p data-start="1509" data-end="1557">Ensure payment continuity during team absences</p></li></ul><p data-end="1591" data-start="1559">Data, Systems and Team Support</p><ul data-start="1592" data-end="1824"><li data-start="1592" data-end="1666"><p data-end="1666" data-start="1594">Use advanced Excel and AI tools to improve reporting and data accuracy</p></li><li data-start="1667" data-end="1729"><p data-end="1729" data-start="1669">Work across accounting systems, CRMs and finance platforms</p></li><li data-start="1730" data-end="1775"><p data-end="1775" data-start="1732">Support and mentor the wider finance team</p></li><li data-start="1776" data-end="1824"><p data-start="1778" data-end="1824">Ensure the finance calendar runs efficiently</p></li></ul><p data-end="1844" data-start="1826">Essential Skills</p><ul data-end="2185" data-start="1846"><li data-start="1846" data-end="1884"><p data-start="1848" data-end="1884">Fully qualified ACCA, CIMA, or ACA - Finalists will be considered </p></li><li data-start="1885" data-end="1966"><p data-start="1887" data-end="1966">Expert-level Excel and a strong inclination toward using AI tools for finance</p></li><li data-end="2055" data-start="1967"><p data-start="1969" data-end="2055">Solid understanding of accruals, prepayments, UK GAAP and IFRS, reconciliations, tax</p></li><li data-start="2056" data-end="2185"><p data-start="2058" data-end="2185">A responsible self-starter who sets the fast pace, can challenge status quo, thinks forward and has great attention to detail</p></li></ul><p data-end="2205" data-start="2187">Desirable Skills</p><ul data-start="2207" data-end="2408"><li data-start="2207" data-end="2280"><p data-end="2280" data-start="2209">Knowledge of Norwegian accounting principles or local tax regulations</p></li><li data-start="2281" data-end="2341"><p data-end="2341" data-start="2283">Proficiency in Norwegian, German, or Spanish is welcomed</p></li><li data-start="2342" data-end="2408"><p data-end="2408" data-start="2344">Experience in a fast-paced software or technology-led industry</p></li></ul><p data-start="2410" data-end="2427">What's on Offer</p><ul data-end="2624" data-start="2429"><li data-start="2429" data-end="2447"><p data-start="2431" data-end="2447">Paying upto £60k </p></li><li data-start="2448" data-end="2480"><p data-end="2480" data-start="2450">Hybrid working in Manchester</p></li><li data-end="2535" data-start="2481"><p data-end="2535" data-start="2483">25 days annual leave increasing to 24 with service</p></li><li data-start="2536" data-end="2565"><p data-end="2565" data-start="2538">Additional birthday leave</p></li><li data-end="2587" data-start="2566"><p data-end="2587" data-start="2568">Workplace pension</p></li><li data-end="2624" data-start="2588"><p data-end="2624" data-start="2590">Ongoing training and development</p></li></ul><p data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="" data-end="2701" data-start="2626">Apply for further details. We are managing this role on an exclusive basis.</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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi41NTgyMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Management Accountant</strong></p><p><strong>Brighouse | £40,000 - £45,000 | Part-time </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for a part time Management Accountant to join a growing business based in Brighouse. This is a highly interesting opportunity, with a strong emphasis on cash flow and treasury management at a time when the complexity of the business is increasing significantly.</p><p>As the organisation continues to grow, this role will play a key part in strengthening day-to-day financial control while also supporting wider finance activity across the business.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Ownership of cash flow forecasting and monitoring, ensuring the business has clear visibility and control as requirements become more complex</li><li>Supporting treasury management, including banking relationships, funding movements and short- to medium-term cash planning</li><li>Monitoring working capital, cash conversion and liquidity</li><li>Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes</li><li>Getting involved in broader finance duties as the business scales, including process improvement and ad hoc projects</li><li>Supporting the Financial Controller with the preparation of monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary</li></ul><p><strong>The ideal candidate</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience within a busy finance function</li><li>Part Qualified or qualified by experience</li><li>Comfortable operating in a growing, evolving environment</li><li>Hands-on, practical mindset with the ability to work across both detail and the bigger picture</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£40,000 - £45,000 (depending on experience)</li><li>4 day working week, with 2 days at home and 2 in the office</li><li>Opportunity to play a visible and influential role during a period of growth</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjQ0NjM2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Finance Manager</strong></p><p>Location: Normanton<br />Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 DOE<br /><br /></p><p>Robert Half Accountancy and Finance is recruiting for a Finance Manager on behalf of a thriving manufacturing business based in Normanton. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller , you will take full ownership of the finance function. In this hands-on role, you will oversee all day to day finance operations whilst managing a small team.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage the month-end process, including preparation and review of journals, accruals, prepayments, depreciation/amortisation, and revenue recognition</li><li>Conduct P&L analysis and provide insightful commentary</li><li>Prepare and monitor weekly group cash flow reports</li><li>Perform balance sheet reconciliations and revenue adjustments</li><li>Maintain the fixed assets register and oversee forecasting and analysis</li><li>Monitor project costs and manage weekly payment runs</li><li>Reconcile multi-currency bank statements</li><li>Manage expenses and credit card transactions</li><li>Produce weekly management reports and prepare payroll</li><li>Drive best practices and efficiencies across the finance function </li><li>Oversee a small finance team, ensuring deadlines and accuracy are met.</li><li>Support the year-end audit process by compiling and organising required documentation</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>ACCA / CIMA qualified</li><li>Proven experience in a similar Finance Manager role - manufacturing experience advantageous </li><li>Excellent analytical skills with the ability to provide clear financial insights</li><li>Strong leadership skills with experience overseeing a small team</li><li>Comfortable working autonomously and taking ownership of the finance function</li></ul><p><strong>What's on offer:</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits package</li><li>Career development and progression opportunities.</li><li>Hybrid work model and flexible working hours</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/cmViZWNjYS5tY2xhcnR5LjkzODQ0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half is supporting a leading provider of healthcare services, supporting both public and private sector organisations across the UK. As part of a growing and forward-thinking organisation, you'll be joining a team dedicated to delivering excellence and efficiency in everything it does. </p><p>The business is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Finance Assistant to support the growing finance function. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a dynamic environment, has a strong eye for accuracy, and takes pride in keeping financial processes running smoothly.</p><p>Working closely with the accountant and Financial Controller, you will be responsible for the following: </p><br><br>What You'll Do<br><br><ul data-end="1273" data-start="607"><li data-start="607" data-end="697"><p data-start="609" data-end="697">Prepare customer sales invoices, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery.</p></li><li data-end="808" data-start="698"><p data-start="700" data-end="808">Process supplier invoices from receipt through to posting, including handling pre-payments where required.</p></li><li data-end="911" data-start="809"><p data-end="911" data-start="811">Manage travel expenses and staff reimbursement claims, ensuring compliance with internal policies.</p></li><li data-start="912" data-end="1055"><p data-end="1055" data-start="914">Oversee the daily management of the centralised finance mailbox, ensuring all correspondence is appropriately filed and processed promptly.</p></li><li data-start="1056" data-end="1163"><p data-start="1058" data-end="1163">Collaborate closely with finance team members to provide general administrative and accounting support.</p></li><li data-end="1273" data-start="1164"><p data-end="1273" data-start="1166">Contribute to the smooth running of office operations and take on ad hoc finance-related tasks as needed.</p></li></ul><p>This role will suit someone who is looking for a nice role within a feel good company where you will work a small and friendly team. This role will not suit anyone looking to study, this is a finance administrative role and will suit someone looking for a good work/life balance. </p><p>Applications will only be considered if you reach the following criteria:</p><ul><li data-end="1394" data-start="1307"><p data-end="1394" data-start="1309">Minimum of 1 year's experience in a similar finance or accounting support role</p></li><li data-end="1394" data-start="1307">Hands on ERP system experience ( Dynamics 365 Business Central advantageous)</li><li data-end="1394" data-start="1307"><p data-end="1394" data-start="1309">Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently</p></li><li data-start="1307" data-end="1394">Organised, dependable with the ability to juggle multiple priorities</li></ul><ul><li>Positive, pro-active team player with excellent communication skills</li><li data-start="1459" data-end="1533"><p data-start="1461" data-end="1533">Strong IT skills including Excel, Microsoft Office.</p></li></ul><p>This role is offering hybrid working with the requirement of being in the office in Manchester city centre. </p><p>Only candidates who live in the Northwest and are able to demonstrate a stable and reliable work history will be considered for this role. </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjEwMjIxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-end="687" data-start="133">Robert Half is partnering a Manchester based infrastructure service provider in the appointment of an ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified Finance Manager. </p><p data-start="133" data-end="687">The business is seeing a proactive and highly capable Finance Manager to take ownership of management accounting, financial accounting, reporting, and company secretarial activities across a multi-entity/project environment. This role is ideally suited to a qualified accountant who thrives in a dynamic setting, can adapt to shifting priorities, and enjoys collaborating closely with a broad range of stakeholders. The Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring robust financial control, insightful reporting, and strong commercial support.</p><p data-end="687" data-start="133">This role offers broad exposure across management and statutory accounts, commercial accounting, and company secretarial duties within a niche industry, providing experience beyond typical finance roles. Engagement with lenders, shareholders, suppliers, operations teams, and local authorities develops strong commercial and relationship management skills. A collaborative, supportive environment ensures continuous learning and guidance at all levels.</p><p data-end="709" data-start="689">Reporting into the Finance Director, key responsibilities will include: </p><ul data-start="2110" data-end="2803"><li data-end="610" data-start="79"><p data-end="108" data-start="81"><strong data-start="81" data-end="106">Management Accounting</strong></p><ul data-end="610" data-start="111"><li data-end="230" data-start="111"><p data-start="113" data-end="230">Incorporate purchase ledgers, sales ledgers, cash books, and loan schedules into ETBs and reconcile to SUN Systems.</p></li><li data-start="233" data-end="314"><p data-start="235" data-end="314">Maintain accruals, prepayments, amortisation schedules, and related workings.</p></li><li data-start="317" data-end="391"><p data-end="391" data-start="319">Prepare monthly management accounts and analyse actuals versus budget.</p></li><li data-start="394" data-end="454"><p data-start="396" data-end="454">Supervise VAT and CIS return preparation and submission.</p></li><li data-end="548" data-start="457"><p data-start="459" data-end="548">Oversee preparation of purchase invoices, non-supplier payments, and customer invoices.</p></li><li data-end="610" data-start="551"><p data-start="553" data-end="610">Supervise maintenance of cash books and loan schedules.</p></li></ul></li><li data-start="612" data-end="895"><p data-end="640" data-start="614"><strong data-start="614" data-end="638">Financial Accounting</strong></p><ul data-end="895" data-start="643"><li data-start="643" data-end="695"><p data-start="645" data-end="695">Prepare statutory accounts for the annual audit.</p></li><li data-start="698" data-end="774"><p data-end="774" data-start="700">Produce supporting documentation and working papers for year-end audits.</p></li><li data-start="777" data-end="827"><p data-start="779" data-end="827">Liaise with internal and external audit teams.</p></li><li data-start="830" data-end="895"><p data-end="895" data-start="832">Coordinate with tax advisors on corporation tax computations.</p></li></ul></li><li data-end="1179" data-start="897"><p data-start="899" data-end="914"><strong data-end="912" data-start="899">Reporting</strong></p><ul data-start="917" data-end="1179"><li data-end="997" data-start="917"><p data-start="919" data-end="997">Present finance reports to shareholders at quarterly project board meetings.</p></li><li data-start="1000" data-end="1091"><p data-start="1002" data-end="1091">Track and ensure compliance with project deliverables tied to loan facility agreements.</p></li><li data-end="1179" data-start="1094"><p data-start="1096" data-end="1179">Maintain financial and operating models; prepare budgets and cash flow forecasts.</p></li></ul></li><li data-end="1344" data-start="1181"><p data-start="1183" data-end="1215"><strong data-start="1183" data-end="1213">Company Secretarial Duties</strong></p><ul data-start="1218" data-end="1344"><li data-start="1218" data-end="1261"><p data-start="1220" data-end="1261">Take minutes at project board meetings.</p></li><li data-start="1264" data-end="1344"><p data-end="1344" data-start="1266">Prepare and submit Companies House filings and related formal documentation</p></li></ul></li></ul><p>Key requirements for the role:</p><ul data-end="3439" data-start="2843"><li data-start="2110" data-end="2248">ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified accountant</li></ul><ul data-end="3439" data-start="2843"><li data-start="2110" data-end="2248">Multi-entity or multi-project experience and comfortable managing responsibilities across several entities or projects simultaneously.</li><li data-start="2249" data-end="2381"><p data-end="2381" data-start="2251">Flexibility under pressure and able to adapt quickly to changing priorities while delivering under tight or competing deadlines.</p></li><li data-start="2382" data-end="2504"><p data-start="2384" data-end="2504">A collaborative team player who demonstrates respect, supports colleagues, and contributes positively to team culture.</p></li><li data-start="2596" data-end="2721"><p data-start="2598" data-end="2721">Strong commercial awareness and understanding of client-facing responsibilities, adopting a commercially minded approach.</p></li><li data-end="2803" data-start="2722"><p data-end="2803" data-start="2724">Advanced Excel proficiency and adaptability to new financial systems and tools.</p></li></ul><p>Only candidates with the requisite skills & experience outlined clearly on CVs will be considered. </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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjQ1NTA3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p></p><h2>Management Accountant</h2><p><strong>Halifax | £40,000 - £45,000 | Part-time considered</strong></p><h2> </h2><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for a <strong>Management Accountant</strong> to join a growing business based in <strong>Halifax</strong>. This is an unusual and highly interesting opportunity, with a strong emphasis on <strong>cash flow and treasury management</strong> at a time when the complexity of the business is increasing significantly.</p><p>As the organisation continues to grow, this role will play a key part in strengthening day-to-day financial control while also supporting wider finance activity across the business.</p><h3>The role</h3><p>Reporting into the senior finance lead, key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Ownership of <strong>cash flow forecasting and monitoring</strong>, ensuring the business has clear visibility and control as requirements become more complex</li><li>Supporting <strong>treasury management</strong>, including banking relationships, funding movements and short- to medium-term cash planning</li><li>Preparation of <strong>monthly management accounts</strong>, including variance analysis and commentary</li><li>Monitoring working capital, cash conversion and liquidity</li><li>Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes</li><li>Getting involved in broader finance duties as the business scales, including process improvement and ad hoc projects</li></ul><h3>The ideal candidate</h3><ul><li>Strong experience in <strong>cash flow management</strong>; exposure to treasury or funding processes would be highly advantageous</li><li>Comfortable operating in a growing, evolving environment</li><li>Hands-on, practical mindset with the ability to work across both detail and the bigger picture</li></ul><h3>Salary & benefits</h3><ul><li><strong>£40,000 - £45,000</strong> (depending on experience)</li><li><strong>Part-time hours considered</strong> for the right candidate</li><li>Opportunity to play a visible and influential role during a period of growth</li></ul><br><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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjQ4NzY0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Interim Finance Director</strong></p><p><strong>Yorkshire | Hybrid | Immediate Start</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for an Interim Finance Director to support a high‑growth Yorkshire-based business going through a significant period of change.</p><p>This is a critical interim appointment, requiring a hands-on, commercially focused finance leader who can operate at pace and add value quickly in a complex environment.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>Reporting into the senior leadership team, key responsibilities will include:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Providing strategic and operational financial leadership during a period of growth and transformation</li><li>Leading and developing the finance function, acting as a visible and credible people manager</li><li>Producing high-quality investor and stakeholder reporting</li><li>Ownership of cash flow management and cash flow modelling</li><li>Supporting the business through change initiatives, ensuring robust financial control and governance</li><li>Acting as a trusted business partner to senior stakeholders</li></ul><p> </p><p>The role is Yorkshire based, with a hybrid working pattern of 3 days in the office and 2 days from home.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The ideal candidate</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>You will be a professional interim with a proven track record of delivering successful Finance Director assignments, and will be able to demonstrate:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Extensive experience operating as an Interim FD or senior interim finance leader</li><li>Strong capability in investor reporting and cash flow forecasting/modelling</li><li>A hands-on, delivery-focused approach with the ability to influence at senior level</li><li>Strong people management skills, with experience leading teams through change</li><li>Immediate availability</li><li>Background in construction, utilities or infrastructure or related industry is highly desirable</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Day rate & contract details</strong></p><ul><li>£600 - £700 per day PAYE</li><li>Immediate start</li><li>Initial 6 month contract with potential to extend</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjA5NDQxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-start="0" data-end="28">Robert Half are currently recruiting for an experienced Finance Business Partner to join a fast-paced manufacturing environment, providing financial leadership across several production sites (based in Ashby-de-la-Zouch).</p><p class=" wpt_title">This is a highly visible role within the operational leadership team, partnering closely with plant management to support performance, drive improvement initiatives, and ensure strong financial governance across the sites.</p><h3 data-start="442" data-section-id="ixx92j" data-end="454">The Role</h3><p data-start="455" data-end="668">As Finance Business Partner, you will play a key role in supporting the leadership team by providing financial insight, commercial challenge and guidance to improve operational and financial performance.</p><p data-end="830" data-start="670">Reporting into senior finance leadership, with a strong working relationship with the General Manager, you will act as a trusted partner across the operation.</p><h3 data-end="856" data-start="832" data-section-id="164ueu3">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Partner with operational leadership to drive financial and operational performance</li><li>Provide clear financial analysis, insight and reporting to support decision-making</li><li>Support and deliver action plans to improve plant financial performance</li><li>Ensure a robust financial control environment and adherence to internal policies</li><li>Influence operational decision-making through commercial insight and challenge</li><li>Work collaboratively across finance and operations to support business objectives</li></ul><h3 data-section-id="hodw2w" data-start="1370" data-end="1383">Candidate Profile </h3><p data-start="1384" data-end="1511">We are seeking a motivated and commercially minded finance professional who thrives in a dynamic and collaborative environment.</p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA/CIMA/ACCA).</li><li>Strong analytical capability and commercial awareness</li><li>Strong with Excel and Power BI etc</li><li>A proactive and results-focused mindset</li><li>The ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders</li><li>Confidence to contribute to leadership discussions and challenge constructively</li><li>Excellent communication and teamwork skills</li><li>High levels of integrity, professionalism and sound judgement</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/amFjay5jb253YXkuMzgzOTguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Accountancy and Finance is recruiting for a Financial Accountant to join a market leading business based in Leeds. </p><p>This role is central to maintaining the integrity of financial records across various general accounting functions. From collecting and analysing financial data to ensuring accuracy and completeness, your day-to-day contributions will support the organisation's commitment to excellence in financial reporting.</p><p>Beyond the routine, this opportunity allows you to drive continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to strategic projects. It's the ideal space for a proactive finance professional to grow and excel in a dynamic, collaborative, and fast-changing environment.</p><p> <strong> Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and file statutory accounts on time and in compliance with accounting standards</li><li>Prepare and submit other regulatory information as required</li><li>Review VAT returns for various entities</li><li>Maintain strong relationships with auditors, business unit management, and other stakeholders to meet deadlines</li><li>Develop and document internal accounting controls</li><li>Assist in setting up processes and procedures to improve operations</li><li>Provide guidance and support for internal and external audits (ad-hoc, quarterly, and annual)</li><li>Manage other financial responsibilities as needed</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Sound knowledge of accounting principles, theories, and industry best practices</li><li>Experience with evaluating and analysing financial projects effectively</li><li>Independent worker with strong judgement and decision-making skills</li><li>Capable of working collaboratively within a team and liaising with various departments</li><li>Strong organisation, time management, and attention to deadlines</li><li>Part-qualified or QBE Financial Accountant will be considered </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/cmViZWNjYS5tY2xhcnR5LjAzNjY4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Finance Manager</strong></p><p>Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 <br /> Location: Sheffield (Hybrid - minimum 3 days onsite)</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for a Finance Manager to join a fast-growing, PE-backed manufacturing business based in Sheffield. This is a pivotal role for a qualified finance professional (CIMA/ACCA) currently in a Management Accountant or Finance Manager looking for a step up into a new role where they can add real value in a dynamic environment.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting to the UK Managing Director with a dotted line into a Group Finance Director, you will take ownership of all financial operations for the UK entities, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and strategic financial management.</p><p> </p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><p> </p><ul><li><strong>Financial Management & Reporting</strong>: Lead monthly and annual management accounts and statutory reporting; ensure compliance with UK and US GAAP.</li><li><strong>Budgeting & Forecasting</strong>: Manage budgeting cycles, cash flow forecasting, and liquidity control.</li><li><strong>Operational Finance</strong>: Partner with operations and supply chain to track COGS, inventory valuation, and production efficiency.</li><li><strong>Leadership:</strong> Manage and develop a small finance team (AP and Credit Control).</li><li><strong>Compliance & Audit</strong>: Act as key contact for auditors and ensure adherence to governance standards.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>The Ideal Candidate</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or ACA).</li><li>Proven experience in a finance role within manufacturing or other industrial sectors.</li><li>Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory management, and ERP systems.</li><li>Commercially astute with excellent analytical and leadership skills.</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced, PE-backed environment.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£55,000 - £60,000 per annum</li><li>Annual Bonus</li><li>Hybrid working (minimum 3 days onsite)</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package</li><li>Long term career progression opportunities</li><li>Exposure to a PE environment</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjg2NjUwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-start="246" data-end="563">A leading international business is seeking a Finance Manager to join its UK team in a newly created role. This position will support the UK Finance Director in delivering robust financial processes, compliance, and reporting, ensuring accurate information is available to support business decisions and growth.</p><p data-start="565" data-end="912"><strong data-end="582" data-start="565">Role Overview</strong></p><p data-start="565" data-end="912"><br data-end="585" / data-start="582"> Reporting to the UK Finance Director, you will work closely with local finance partners, regional leaders, operations, and the Group Finance team overseas. You will play a key role in streamlining finance processes, preparing financial statements, supporting audits, and providing actionable financial insights to leadership.</p><p data-start="1006" data-end="1032"><strong data-start="1006" data-end="1030">Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul data-end="1695" data-start="1034"><li data-start="1034" data-end="1101"><p data-start="1036" data-end="1101">Manage month-end close and ensure accurate financial reporting.</p></li><li data-end="1205" data-start="1102"><p data-end="1205" data-start="1104">Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and ongoing performance analysis.</p></li><li data-end="1284" data-start="1206"><p data-end="1284" data-start="1208">Support statutory reporting, audit preparation, and income tax compliance.</p></li><li data-end="1378" data-start="1285"><p data-end="1378" data-start="1287">Prepare management reports, dashboards, and presentations to inform leadership decisions.</p></li><li data-start="1379" data-end="1482"><p data-end="1482" data-start="1381">Develop financial models for cash flow management, performance tracking, and strategic initiatives.</p></li><li data-start="1483" data-end="1596"><p data-start="1485" data-end="1596">Identify trends, investigate variances, and provide actionable recommendations to improve financial outcomes.</p></li><li data-start="1597" data-end="1695"><p data-start="1599" data-end="1695">Lead finance-related projects and initiatives that enhance efficiency and strengthen controls.</p></li></ul><p data-end="1724" data-start="1697"><strong data-start="1697" data-end="1722">Skills and Experience</strong></p><ul data-end="2249" data-start="1726"><li data-start="1726" data-end="1784"><p data-end="1784" data-start="1728">Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)</p></li><li data-start="1785" data-end="1871"><p data-start="1787" data-end="1871">Strong knowledge of accounting standards, financial reporting, and audit processes</p></li><li data-end="1946" data-start="1872"><p data-start="1874" data-end="1946">Proven experience preparing financial statements and supporting audits</p></li><li data-start="1947" data-end="2030"><p data-end="2030" data-start="1949">Ability to present complex financial data clearly to non-financial stakeholders</p></li><li data-start="2031" data-end="2105"><p data-start="2033" data-end="2105">Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail</p></li><li data-start="2106" data-end="2175"><p data-start="2108" data-end="2175">Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in standard office software</p></li><li data-start="2176" data-end="2249"><p data-end="2249" data-start="2178">Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment</p></li></ul><p data-end="179" data-start="153"><strong data-start="153" data-end="177">Desirable Experience</strong></p><ul data-start="181" data-end="584"><li data-start="181" data-end="261"><p data-start="183" data-end="261">Experience in implementing improvements or changes within a finance function</p></li><li data-end="329" data-start="262"><p data-start="264" data-end="329">Familiarity with accounting software such as Xero or QuickBooks</p></li><li data-start="330" data-end="414"><p data-start="332" data-end="414">Previous exposure to financial reporting within larger, multi-site organisations</p></li><li data-start="415" data-end="504"><p data-end="504" data-start="417">Experience contributing to strategic decision-making or business performance analysis</p></li><li data-end="584" data-start="505"><p data-end="584" data-start="507">3+ years of post-qualification experience in a professional accounting role</p></li></ul><p data-start="3090" data-end="3242">This role offers an opportunity to contribute to the development and modernisation of the UK finance function within a growing international business.</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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi4wMzg5OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half is pleased to be working on behalf of a market-leading, North Leeds based construction sector business. This owner-managed group encompasses two major brands, employs approximately 650 staff, and operates from a network of sites across the UK and Northern Ireland.</p><p>As Management Accountant, you will be responsible for preparing monthly management accounts for a selection of branches. You'll work directly with Branch Directors, becoming a trusted business partner and helping interpret financial performance to drive improvement. In addition to core management accounts, you will develop and maintain commercial reporting and sales/margin analysis, and support ad hoc finance projects.</p><p>This is an ideal opportunity for a confident, ambitious qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA) eager to make an impact within a £300m turnover business. You'll enjoy genuine ownership of branch P&Ls, and enhance your commercial analysis skills in a hands-on, supportive environment.</p><p>Immediate start available.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Prepare and produce monthly management accounts (including accruals, prepayments, and journals) within tight month-end deadlines.</li><li>Partner with Branch Directors, assisting them in interpreting monthly financial results and improving performance.</li><li>Deliver commercial reporting and analysis, building, improving, and maintaining Excel models for sales and margin insights.</li><li>Support branch directors with annual budgets and quarterly forecasts.</li><li>Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Contribute to ad hoc analysis (sales, margin, costs) and process improvements.</li><li>Assist with bi-annual stocktakes.</li></ul><p>Key Relationships: Internally: Branch Directors, Regional Directors, Commercial Finance Manager, Sales Directors, Finance colleagues, Purchase Ledger, Credit Control. Externally: External Auditors, Suppliers, Customers.</p><p>Candidate Requirements:</p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (CIMA or ACCA).</li><li>Minimum of 2 years' experience producing monthly management accounts.</li><li>Strong background in budgeting and forecasting.</li><li>Excellent IT skills, particularly advanced Excel (data manipulation, pivot tables, sumifs, vlookups, xlookups, index match).</li><li>Proven track record in building and improving commercial reporting and Excel models.</li><li>Able to work to tight deadlines and communicate clearly with diverse stakeholders.</li><li>Highly organised, accurate, and detail-oriented with strong presentation skills.</li><li>Motivated, enthusiastic, and proactive approach.</li><li>Experience with rebates and background in distribution/construction sectors advantageous.</li></ul><p>If you're an ambitious Management Accountant ready to take ownership of a commercial finance role within a fast-growing business, 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/c3RlcGhhbmllLmRhd3Nvbi43NTUwOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">