<h1><strong>Business Analyst (Investment Operations)</strong></h1><p><strong>Robert Half is excited to partner with a leading investment management organisation in their search for a Business Analyst to support key operational change initiatives across their front‑to‑back environment.</strong></p><h2><strong>Overview</strong></h2><p>This role sits at the heart of an evolving investment operations function. You will analyse workflows, strengthen controls, and help deliver improvements across processes that support portfolio management, oversight, and operational governance. The successful candidate will combine strong BA fundamentals with experience working in investment or fund‑operations settings.</p><h2><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h2><ul><li>Review and document front‑to‑back operational processes, identifying opportunities to simplify, automate, or strengthen control points.</li><li>Partner with investment, operations, risk, and technology teams to capture business requirements and translate them into clear deliverables.</li><li>Support workflow redesign and operational change across areas such as trade support, cash and position control, reconciliations oversight, and reporting workflows (kept high‑level intentionally to avoid identifiable detail).</li><li>Produce concise artefacts including process maps, requirement definitions, and implementation supporting materials.</li><li>Contribute to testing cycles (UAT) and readiness assessments for new tools, processes, or enhancements.</li><li>Help embed a culture of continuous improvement across investment operations.</li></ul><h2><strong>Experience & Skills</strong></h2><h3><strong>Essential</strong></h3><ul><li>Experience as a Business Analyst within investment management, fund operations, or a similar financial‑services environment.</li><li>Understanding of investment‑operations processes (e.g., trade support, middle‑office controls, reconciliations, reporting, data quality) without tying to any specific firm model.</li><li>Strong documentation skills with the ability to distil complex processes into clear, actionable outputs.</li><li>Confident working across technology and business teams to drive operational change.</li><li>Highly organised, structured, and detail‑oriented.</li></ul><h3><strong>Desirable</strong></h3><ul><li>Exposure to workflow or project management tools.</li><li>Experience supporting operational process redesign within regulated financial environments.</li><li>Understanding of data quality, operational oversight, or investment governance frameworks.</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/Q2FsbHVtLkNoYWxtZXJzLjI2OTYwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Financial Accountant - Global Manufacturing Organisation<br />Salary: £40,000<br />Location: Cardiff<br />Hybrid: 4 days office / 1 day home<br />Recruiting via Robert Half</p><p><br />Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a leading global manufacturing organisation to recruit a talented Financial Accountant. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with a strong international footprint, a collaborative culture, and a commitment to developing its people.<br />If you're commercially minded, analytically strong, and eager to make an impact, this role offers the perfect platform to grow your career.</p><p>🌟 Main Purpose of the Role<br />The Financial Accountant will play a key role in supporting managers across the business by providing high‑quality financial insight. You'll help drive better decision‑making, improve operational efficiency, and contribute to the organisation's growth through accurate reporting, forecasting, and financial analysis.</p><p>📌 Key Responsibilities<br />* Analyse current and historical trends across key performance indicators, including revenue, cost of sales, expenses, and capital expenditure<br />* Act as a key contributor to the month‑end close process<br />* Support trade compliance and reporting activities<br />* Assist the Finance Manager with VAT return preparation and ensure full compliance with tax reporting requirements<br />* Take full ownership of cash flow forecasting and reporting<br />* Conduct detailed overhead analysis<br />* Manage accruals and prepayments<br />* Oversee lease accounting<br />* Produce warranty reporting<br />* Monitor performance indicators, highlight trends, and investigate variances<br />* Support and mentor junior accountants<br />* Implement and utilise Business Intelligence tools and dashboard reporting<br />* Develop financial models and analysis to support strategic initiatives<br />* Interpret complex financial information to provide timely, accurate recommendations for management<br />* Deliver ad‑hoc reporting and analysis<br />* Support internal and external audit processes<br />* Assist with divisional reporting, including stat packs and tax packs<br />* Support payroll reporting, including P11D preparation and submission</p><p>🎯 Ideal Candidate Profile<br />* ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualified, part‑qualified, or QBE<br />* Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail<br />* Confident communicator able to partner effectively with stakeholders<br />* Experience within manufacturing is beneficial but not essential<br />* Proactive, curious, and committed to continuous improvement</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/R2F2aW4uV2lsbGlhbXMuNDQ5NTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>The successful Brand Manager will join the UK & Ireland Marketing team, reporting to a Senior Product Manager.</p><p>The Brand Manager is responsible for supporting the development and execution of long-term strategies across a core product category within the UK and Ireland. </p><p>The position contributes to strategic decision-making including product assortment, innovation forecasting, go-to-market planning and channel prioritisation, alongside trade marketing activity to support commercial execution.</p><p>This role is a hybrid role based in west London and is looking for someone to be able to start asap! This will be a 6- 8 contract role. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Brand Manager Key Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Support the Senior Product Manager in developing and delivering long-term category strategies across the UK and Ireland.</li><li>Manage day-to-day brand and category activity, including promotional planning, assortment optimisation, pricing recommendations, innovation forecasting, consumer activation, go-to-market strategies, and commercial and financial tracking, working cross-functionally with Marketing, Sales and Category teams.</li><li>Develop high-quality presentations and materials and present to internal stakeholders and external customers as required.</li><li>Liaise with regional and global teams, sharing local market insight and data to support decision-making and upcoming launches.</li><li>Lead the development of selling tools, packaging, point-of-sale and display materials, coordinating with sales teams, internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure timely delivery.</li><li>Own local processes for new product setup, ensuring accurate information flow, challenging assumptions to manage complexity, and maintaining agreed timelines.</li><li>Review and support copywriting, research materials and other content developed by central teams.</li><li>Deliver product knowledge training for internal teams and customers when required.</li><li>Support the wider marketing team on the planning, execution and optimisation of marketing communication campaigns.</li><li>Prepare, manage and track brand support budgets in collaboration with the wider team.</li><li>Develop a strong understanding of market dynamics and share actionable insights across the business.</li><li>Deliver presentations across leadership, sales and customer forums as required.</li><li>Travel within Ireland and Europe on an ad hoc basis where necessary.</li></ul><p> <strong>Ideal Brand Manager Profile: </strong></p><ul><li>Degree-level education preferred (Marketing or Business advantageous but not essential).</li><li>At least four years' relevant experience within marketing, sales, category management or an agency environment.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Word.</li><li>Experience working within UK & Ireland retail or a comparable commercial environment preferred.</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/Q2Fyb2xpbmUuR3JhaW5nZXIuODMzMTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Technology are assisting a market leading financial services organisation to recruit a Business Data Analyst on a 6 month contract to perm basis. Onsite required - London based </p><p data-end="567" data-start="235">This role sits at the intersection of data, operations, and business strategy, with a strong focus on improving middle office processes, enhancing reporting capabilities, and driving automation initiatives.</p><p data-end="768" data-start="569">You will work closely with Operations, Finance, Technology, and Front Office stakeholders to analyse business processes, identify efficiency opportunities, and deliver scalable data-driven solutions.</p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><ul><li>The Business Data Analyst will analyse complex datasets to support operational, financial, and regulatory reporting</li><li>Develop and maintain SQL queries and data models to support business intelligence and reporting needs</li><li>Use Python to automate workflows, improve data quality checks, and streamline recurring processes</li><li>Build and maintain advanced Excel models and reporting tools (including Power Query, Power Pivot, VBA where applicable)</li><li>Review and optimise middle office processes, identifying control gaps and automation opportunities</li><li>Partner with stakeholders to gather business requirements and translate them into technical solutions</li><li>Drive process automation initiatives to improve accuracy, reduce manual intervention, and increase scalability</li><li>Support reconciliation, valuation, and trade lifecycle analysis where required</li><li>Contribute to data governance, documentation, and control frameworks</li><li>Assist with system enhancements and implementation projects</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong> </p><p> </p><ul><li>The Business Data Analyst will have strong SQL skills (query writing, joins, performance optimisation, data manipulation)</li><li>Proficiency in Python for data analysis and automation (e.g., pandas, scripting, APIs)</li><li>Advanced Excel skills (complex formulas, pivot tables, data modelling)</li><li>Proven experience working in a Middle Office role within a financial services environment</li><li>Strong understanding of trade lifecycle, reconciliations, valuations, and operational controls</li><li>Experience reviewing and improving operational processes</li><li>Demonstrated ability to drive automation and efficiency initiatives</li><li>Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills</li><li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across technical and non-technical teams</li><li>Experience with Advent Geneva</li><li>Exposure to data visualisation tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)</li><li>Experience with financial instruments (equities, fixed income, derivatives, alternatives)</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Company</strong></p><ul><li>Market leading financial services organisation with offices in London</li><li>Onsite required - London based </li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.</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/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjAxMTMwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<h2 data-start="499" data-end="512">Interim FP&A (3-6 months) Based near Windsor </h2><p data-end="824" data-start="513">As Commercial Business Controller - UK, you will play a key role in driving financial performance and strengthening commercial controls across the business. Acting as a finance business partner to commercial teams, you will deliver insight across pricing, promotions, forecasting, and trade spend effectiveness.</p><p data-start="826" data-end="1025">With a strong focus on promotional performance, revenue growth management, and planning, you will support commercial decision-making while ensuring robust financial governance and process discipline.</p><h2 data-start="1032" data-end="1056">Core Responsibilities</h2><h3 data-start="1058" data-end="1098">Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)</h3><ul data-end="1435" data-start="1099"><li data-start="1099" data-end="1186"><p data-start="1101" data-end="1186">Support budgeting, forecasting, and quarterly outlook processes across the full P&L</p></li><li data-start="1187" data-end="1289"><p data-start="1189" data-end="1289">Ensure robust assumptions, financial integrity, and clear communication of risks and opportunities</p></li><li data-start="1290" data-end="1363"><p data-end="1363" data-start="1292">Deliver accurate and timely commercial close and management reporting</p></li><li data-start="1364" data-end="1435"><p data-start="1366" data-end="1435">Manage monthly forecasting cycles and track risks and opportunities</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1468" data-start="1442">Trade Spend Management</h3><ul data-end="1760" data-start="1469"><li data-start="1469" data-end="1528"><p data-start="1471" data-end="1528">Act as super-user for the trade spend management system</p></li><li data-end="1597" data-start="1529"><p data-start="1531" data-end="1597">Lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimise system usage</p></li><li data-end="1658" data-start="1598"><p data-end="1658" data-start="1600">Deliver training and ongoing support to commercial users</p></li><li data-end="1760" data-start="1659"><p data-start="1661" data-end="1760">Represent the business in internal system forums and collaborate with external software providers</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1809" data-start="1767">Commercial Finance Business Partnering</h3><ul data-start="1810" data-end="2140"><li data-start="1810" data-end="1905"><p data-end="1905" data-start="1812">Partner with commercial teams to drive performance improvement through insight and analysis</p></li><li data-end="1991" data-start="1906"><p data-end="1991" data-start="1908">Support revenue growth initiatives across pricing, promotion, assortment, and mix</p></li><li data-end="2056" data-start="1992"><p data-end="2056" data-start="1994">Evaluate promotional activity through pre- and post-analysis</p></li><li data-start="2057" data-end="2140"><p data-end="2140" data-start="2059">Drive trade investment efficiency through ROI tracking, analytics, and controls</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2169" data-start="2147">Forecasting & S&OP</h3><ul data-start="2170" data-end="2467"><li data-end="2253" data-start="2170"><p data-start="2172" data-end="2253">Support implementation and enhancement of Sales & Operations Planning processes</p></li><li data-end="2326" data-start="2254"><p data-start="2256" data-end="2326">Improve forecast accuracy and accountability across commercial teams</p></li><li data-end="2397" data-start="2327"><p data-start="2329" data-end="2397">Contribute to short-, mid-, and long-term demand outlook processes</p></li><li data-end="2467" data-start="2398"><p data-end="2467" data-start="2400">Support continuous improvement in forecasting tools and processes</p></li></ul><h2 data-start="2474" data-end="2522">Ideal Candidate Profile - Required Experience</h2><ul data-start="2523" data-end="3342"><li data-end="2613" data-start="2523"><p data-start="2525" data-end="2613"><strong data-end="2611" data-start="2525">Proven Commercial Finance / FP&A / Controlling experience within FMCG is essential</strong></p></li><li data-start="2614" data-end="2698"><p data-end="2698" data-start="2616">Strong background in forecasting, budgeting, and commercial performance analysis</p></li><li data-end="2791" data-start="2699"><p data-end="2791" data-start="2701">Hands-on experience with promotions, trade spend, pricing, and revenue growth management</p></li><li data-end="2880" data-start="2792"><p data-start="2794" data-end="2880">Experience partnering with sales and marketing teams in a consumer goods environment</p></li><li data-start="2881" data-end="2975"><p data-start="2883" data-end="2975">Analytical and commercially minded, able to translate data into actionable recommendations</p></li><li data-end="3048" data-start="2976"><p data-end="3048" data-start="2978">Advanced Excel and ERP system skills; BI tools experience beneficial</p></li><li data-end="3109" data-start="3049"><p data-end="3109" data-start="3051">Strong stakeholder management and influencing capability</p></li><li data-start="3110" data-end="3165"><p data-end="3165" data-start="3112">Understanding of S&OP and demand planning processes</p></li><li data-start="3166" data-end="3246"><p data-start="3168" data-end="3246">Professional finance qualification preferred (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent)</p></li><li data-end="3342" data-start="3247"><p data-end="3342" data-start="3249">Proactive, organised, and solutions-focused, with the ability to manage multiple priorities</p></li></ul><p>3-6 months </p><p>Based near Windsor</p><p>2 days per week in the office </p><p>FMGC experience is required </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UG9wcHkuR3JhbnQuMDc4MjcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h2 data-start="186" data-end="229">Commercial Strategy & Planning Analyst</h2><p data-end="306" data-start="230"><strong data-start="230" data-end="261">UK FMCG | Uxbridge (Hybrid)</strong><br data-end="264" data-start="261" /> <strong data-end="306" data-start="264">£42,000 base + 10% discretionary bonus</strong></p><p data-end="498" data-start="308">A leading international FMCG business is seeking a Commercial Strategy & Planning Analyst to support its UK Commercial organisation during an exciting phase of growth and transformation.</p><p data-start="500" data-end="734">This is a high-impact, commercially focused finance role, offering strong exposure to Sales, Marketing, and Senior Leadership, and playing a key part in Revenue Growth Management, trade investment optimisation, and strategic planning.</p><h3 data-start="736" data-end="750">The Role</h3><p data-start="751" data-end="1014">You will act as a trusted finance business partner to the UK Commercial teams, delivering insightful analysis on business and category performance, supporting decision-making across short-, mid-, and long-term planning cycles, and helping drive profitable growth.</p><p data-start="1016" data-end="1045">Key responsibilities include:</p><ul data-start="1046" data-end="1683"><li data-start="1046" data-end="1159"><p data-end="1159" data-start="1048">Supporting the Revenue Growth Management (RGM) agenda (pricing, promotions, customer & SKU profitability)</p></li><li data-start="1160" data-end="1255"><p data-end="1255" data-start="1162">Delivering monthly and quarterly performance reporting, dashboards, and commercial insights</p></li><li data-start="1256" data-end="1329"><p data-end="1329" data-start="1258">Analysing category, channel, mix, margin, and promotional performance</p></li><li data-end="1423" data-start="1330"><p data-end="1423" data-start="1332">End-to-end trade investment management, including promotional evaluation and controls</p></li><li data-end="1494" data-start="1424"><p data-start="1426" data-end="1494">Supporting budgeting, forecasting (LE), and MTP planning processes</p></li><li data-start="1495" data-end="1593"><p data-start="1497" data-end="1593">Partnering closely with Sales, Marketing, and Innovation teams on NPD and business initiatives</p></li><li data-start="1594" data-end="1683"><p data-end="1683" data-start="1596">Acting as a key user and champion of a trade planning management system (Blueplanner)</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1700" data-start="1685">About You</h3><ul data-start="1701" data-end="2171"><li data-start="1701" data-end="1774"><p data-start="1703" data-end="1774">Studying towards a professional qualification (CIMA preferred or QBE)</p></li><li data-start="1775" data-end="1845"><p data-start="1777" data-end="1845">2-5 years' experience in a UK FMCG or fast-paced consumer business</p></li><li data-start="1846" data-end="1918"><p data-end="1918" data-start="1848">Strong understanding of P&L, financial analysis, and planning cycles</p></li><li data-end="2006" data-start="1919"><p data-start="1921" data-end="2006">Highly analytical with the ability to translate data into clear commercial insights</p></li><li data-start="2007" data-end="2092"><p data-end="2092" data-start="2009">Confident communicator with strong cross-functional stakeholder management skills</p></li><li data-start="2093" data-end="2171"><p data-start="2095" data-end="2171">Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; ERP experience (e.g. SAP) beneficial</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2173" data-end="2191">Role Details</h3><ul data-start="2192" data-end="2410"><li data-start="2192" data-end="2218"><p data-end="2218" data-start="2194"><strong data-start="2194" data-end="2207">Location:</strong> Uxbridge</p></li><li data-start="2219" data-end="2302"><p data-end="2302" data-start="2221"><strong data-end="2239" data-start="2221">Working model:</strong> Hybrid - 2 days per week in the office (Tuesday & Wednesday)</p></li><li data-start="2303" data-end="2360"><p data-end="2360" data-start="2305"><strong data-end="2315" data-start="2305">Level:</strong> Individual Contributor (no direct reports)</p></li><li data-end="2410" data-start="2361"><p data-end="2410" data-start="2363"><strong data-end="2374" data-start="2363">Salary:</strong> £42,000 + 10% discretionary bonus</p></li></ul><p data-start="2412" data-end="2589">This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional looking to step into a visible, value-adding role within a complex, multi-brand FMCG environment.</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/Q2hhcmxlcy5QZW5tYW4uODA0NTMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-end="308" data-start="127"><strong data-start="127" data-end="170">Business Development Coordinator (EMEA)</strong><br data-start="170" / data-end="173"> <strong data-start="173" data-end="186">Location:</strong> St Neots, Cambridgeshire (Hybrid working available)<br / data-start="238" data-end="241"> <strong data-end="252" data-start="241">Salary:</strong> £27,000 - £30,000 per annum<br data-start="280" / data-end="283"> <strong data-end="296" data-start="283">Contract:</strong> Permanent</p><p data-end="717" data-start="310">Robert Half is partnering with a growing, internationally focused organisation to recruit a <strong data-start="402" data-end="438">Business Development Coordinator</strong> for their EMEA team. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and organised individual who enjoys working with stakeholders, supporting commercial initiatives, and contributing to member or customer engagement activities within a professional, collaborative environment.</p><h3 data-start="719" data-end="733">The Role</h3><p data-end="1102" data-start="734">Reporting into the Senior Manager of Business Development (EMEA), the Business Development Coordinator will play a key role in supporting engagement initiatives, administrative processes, and events across the region. You will act as a central point of contact, helping to drive participation, maintain accurate records, and support wider sales and marketing activity.</p><h3 data-end="1130" data-start="1104">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-start="1131" data-end="2173"><li data-start="1131" data-end="1246"><p data-start="1133" data-end="1246">Act as a first point of contact for member and stakeholder enquiries, providing timely and professional support</p></li><li data-start="1247" data-end="1365"><p data-end="1365" data-start="1249">Proactively engage with members to share updates, gather feedback, and promote programmes, events, and initiatives</p></li><li data-start="1366" data-end="1445"><p data-start="1368" data-end="1445">Support strategies to attract new members and retain existing relationships</p></li><li data-end="1558" data-start="1446"><p data-end="1558" data-start="1448">Provide administrative support including scheduling meetings, preparing reports, and maintaining CRM records</p></li><li data-start="1559" data-end="1662"><p data-end="1662" data-start="1561">Track and report on key performance metrics related to engagement and business development activity</p></li><li data-end="2072" data-start="1961"><p data-end="2072" data-start="1963">Represent the organisation at industry events and assist with coordination before, during, and after events</p></li><li data-start="2073" data-end="2173"><p data-start="2075" data-end="2173">Maintain strong relationships through regular communication and occasional site or member visits</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2175" data-end="2190">About You</h3><ul data-start="2191" data-end="2557"><li data-start="2191" data-end="2241"><p data-start="2193" data-end="2241">Strong verbal and written communication skills</p></li><li data-start="2242" data-end="2307"><p data-end="2307" data-start="2244">Confident building and maintaining professional relationships</p></li><li data-end="2363" data-start="2308"><p data-start="2310" data-end="2363">Highly organised with excellent attention to detail</p></li><li data-end="2427" data-start="2364"><p data-start="2366" data-end="2427">Comfortable managing multiple tasks and changing priorities</p></li><li data-start="2428" data-end="2498"><p data-start="2430" data-end="2498">Proactive, reliable, and able to work collaboratively across teams</p></li><li data-start="2499" data-end="2557"><p data-start="2501" data-end="2557">Willing to travel occasionally for events and meetings</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2584" data-start="2559">Skills & Experience</h3><ul data-end="2991" data-start="2585"><li data-end="2705" data-start="2585"><p data-start="2587" data-end="2705">Previous experience in business development support, customer service, membership support, or an administrative role</p></li><li data-end="2805" data-start="2706"><p data-end="2805" data-start="2708">A degree or equivalent qualification in Business Administration or a related field is desirable</p></li><li data-start="2806" data-end="2874"><p data-start="2808" data-end="2874">Experience using CRM systems and reporting tools is advantageous</p></li><li data-start="2875" data-end="2991"><p data-end="2991" data-start="2877">Exposure to professional associations, trade organisations, or membership-based environments would be beneficial</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2993" data-end="3014">What's on Offer</h3><ul data-end="3268" data-start="3015"><li data-start="3015" data-end="3070"><p data-end="3070" data-start="3017">Salary of £27,000 - £30,000 depending on experience</p></li><li data-end="3101" data-start="3071"><p data-end="3101" data-start="3073">Hybrid working arrangement</p></li><li data-start="3102" data-end="3196"><p data-start="3104" data-end="3196">Opportunity to work within an international organisation with cross-regional collaboration</p></li><li data-end="3268" data-start="3197"><p data-start="3199" data-end="3268">Supportive team environment with scope for professional development</p></li></ul><p data-start="3270" data-end="3430">If you're looking for a varied role where you can make a real impact and develop your career in business development support, this could be the ideal next step.</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjU4NzY3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Assistant Management Accountant</strong></p><p><br /> Are you looking to join a successful, growing organisation certified as a <strong>Great Place to Work</strong> for three consecutive years? Robert Half are proud to be partnered with<strong> Carbase</strong> - the South West's largest used‑car supermarket - as they seek an experienced Assistant Management Accountant to join their expanding finance team.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>About Carbase</strong><br /> Carbase is a well-established, very well-respected automotive retailer, known for delivering exceptional value and service across Bristol and the Southwest. With a reputation for innovation and customer focus, Carbase is driving forward in the dynamic used-car retail sector. This is a business that thrives on data-driven decision making, operational excellence, and a commitment to continuous improvement.</p><p>As a key player in the automotive industry, Carbase offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, commercially driven environment where your financial leadership will directly impact business performance and growth. With the 'Great Place to Work' certification, Carbase has a positive culture and a strong set of values, extensive staff engagement opportunities where people are supported positively and professionally.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong><br /> A great opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Assistant Management Accountant to join a growing finance team. This role plays a key part in month-end reporting, financial analysis, and supporting the development of robust financial controls across the business.</p><p> </p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Support month‑end by preparing journals, producing management accounts and completing key reconciliations.</li><li>Analyse and report financial performance through KPI reporting and P&L insights.</li><li>Maintain accurate balance sheet controls, including stock, debtors, creditors and fixed assets.</li><li>Assist with forecasting, cash flow analysis and leadership P&L reviews.</li><li>Contribute to year‑end processes, audits and ad‑hoc finance projects.</li><li>Work collaboratively across departments, ensuring accurate data and a positive team environment.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p><strong>Qualifications & Experience</strong></p><ul><li>AAT qualified OR at least 3 years' experience in an accounting role.</li><li>Experience preparing management accounts, journals, and financial analysis.</li><li>Strong appreciation for confidentiality and data protection.</li><li>Experience in the motor trade or with DMS/accounting software is beneficial but not essential.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary and Benefits</strong><br /> A competitive salary of circa £35000, alongside a collaborative working culture, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a real impact in a growing business. Hybrid working and flexibility are supported, making this an ideal role for someone seeking both challenge and balance. There is also the possibility of study support for professional accounting qualifications for the right candidate.</p><p> </p><p><strong>How to Apply</strong><br /> For further information or to apply, please contact <strong>Andy Troup</strong> on <strong>0117 993 5404</strong> or email your CV to</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/QW5keS5Ucm91cC4yMDc3Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-start="0" data-end="180"><strong data-start="0" data-end="55">Accounts Assistant (Temp to Perm) - Immediate Start</strong><br / data-start="55" data-end="58"> <strong data-end="92" data-start="58">£14-£15 per hour + holiday pay</strong><br data-start="92" data-end="95" /> <strong data-end="180" data-start="95">Near Thetford, Suffolk</strong></p><p data-start="182" data-end="497">Robert Half has been exclusively engaged to recruit an <strong data-end="285" data-start="263">Accounts Assistant</strong> on a <strong data-start="291" data-end="313">temp-to-perm basis</strong> for an established and growing business based near Thetford. This is an urgent requirement, and our client is seeking candidates who are available immediately or on very short notice.</p><p data-start="499" data-end="685">This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced environment where you will play a key role in supporting day-to-day finance operations while building strong supplier relationships.</p><h3 data-start="687" data-end="711">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-start="712" data-end="1345"><li data-end="831" data-start="712"><p data-start="714" data-end="831">Manage the purchase ledger, including posting invoices, reconciling supplier statements, and preparing payment runs</p></li><li data-end="890" data-start="832"><p data-end="890" data-start="834">Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers</p></li><li data-end="982" data-start="891"><p data-start="893" data-end="982">Handle and negotiate trade terms to ensure best value and favourable payment conditions</p></li><li data-end="1092" data-start="983"><p data-start="985" data-end="1092">Work closely with production teams to resolve supplier-related issues and support smooth operational flow</p></li><li data-end="1192" data-start="1093"><p data-start="1095" data-end="1192">Support the wider finance team, assisting with month-end tasks and providing cover where needed</p></li><li data-start="1193" data-end="1259"><p data-end="1259" data-start="1195">Respond promptly to invoice discrepancies and supplier queries</p></li><li data-end="1345" data-start="1260"><p data-start="1262" data-end="1345">Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with internal processes</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1374" data-start="1347">Key Skills & Experience</h3><ul data-end="1797" data-start="1375"><li data-end="1484" data-start="1375"><p data-start="1377" data-end="1484">Previous experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role (manufacturing experience advantageous)</p></li><li data-end="1532" data-start="1485"><p data-start="1487" data-end="1532">Strong communication and negotiation skills</p></li><li data-start="1533" data-end="1596"><p data-end="1596" data-start="1535">Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines</p></li><li data-end="1674" data-start="1597"><p data-start="1599" data-end="1674">Proficiency in accounting software, including Sage50, and Microsoft Excel</p></li><li data-start="1675" data-end="1735"><p data-end="1735" data-start="1677">A proactive team player with a positive, can-do attitude</p></li><li data-end="1797" data-start="1736"><p data-start="1738" data-end="1797">Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1818" data-start="1799">What's on Offer</h3><ul data-end="1968" data-start="1819"><li data-start="1819" data-end="1856"><p data-end="1856" data-start="1821">£14-£15 per hour plus holiday pay</p></li><li data-end="1885" data-start="1857"><p data-end="1885" data-start="1859">Temp-to-perm opportunity</p></li><li data-start="1886" data-end="1915"><p data-end="1915" data-start="1888">Immediate start available</p></li><li data-start="1916" data-end="1968"><p data-end="1968" data-start="1918">Supportive and collaborative working environment</p></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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjg1NzA4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Accounts Assistant - Permanent</p><p>Salary: £27,500 - £33,000 (DOE)<br /> Location: Office-based, Monday to Friday<br /> Hours: 9:00am - 6:00pm</p><p>We're currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established and fast-growing business within the automotive finance space. Due to continued growth, they are looking to hire an Accounts Assistant to support the day-to-day finance function in a high-volume, transactional environment.</p><p>This is a fully office-based role, ideal for someone who enjoys accuracy, responsibility, and working at pace.</p><p>The Role</p><p>Working closely with an existing Accounts Assistant and external accountants, you'll play a key role in managing daily financial transactions. The business processes 30-50 dealer payments per day, so attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently under pressure are essential.</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Processing daily payments to dealerships following customer car finance completion</li><li>Manually sending funds and ensuring accuracy of amounts and beneficiary details</li><li>Checking and matching invoices before payment</li><li>Recording incoming funds from lenders and outgoing dealer payments</li><li>Daily bookkeeping using Xero, including reconciliations</li><li>Managing invoicing and liability reconciliations</li><li>Supporting month-end processes and preparing information for management accounts and P&L</li><li>Working with external accountants on month-end, audits, and reporting</li><li>Supporting the wider finance function as needed in a busy, fast-moving environment</li></ul><p>About You</p><p>We're looking for someone who is:</p><ul><li>Experienced in an accounts assistant or similar finance role</li><li>Confident using Xero</li><li>Highly accurate with strong attention to detail</li><li>Comfortable handling high volumes of transactions daily</li><li>Well organised and able to manage deadlines</li><li>Happy working 5 days per week in the office</li><li>Motor trade experience is not required, but high-volume finance or transactional experience is highly beneficial</li></ul><p>What's on Offer</p><ul><li>Salary between £27,500 - £33,000, depending on experience</li><li>Monday to Friday 9-6pm working hours</li><li>Supportive team environment with clear responsibilities</li><li>Opportunity to be part of a growing business with a strong finance function</li></ul><p>If you're an experienced Accounts Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys end-to-end transactional finance, this could be an excellent next step.</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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi4zOTU4MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-start="236" data-end="592">A well-established and highly respected wholesale business is seeking a Company Accountant to join its senior leadership team. Operating from Derbyshire, the business serves a varied portfolio of retail, leisure, and specialty B2B customers nationally and internationally, supplying high-profile retailers, visitor attractions, and specialty outlets.</p><p data-start="594" data-end="906"><strong data-end="607" data-start="594">The Role:</strong><br data-start="607" / data-end="610"> A broad, hands-on position offering real autonomy and the opportunity to drive process improvements across the finance function and wider business. You will report directly to the company Directors, working closely with them to support business strategy and day-to-day financial operations.</p><p data-end="935" data-start="908"> </p><p data-end="935" data-start="908"><strong data-start="908" data-end="933">Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul data-start="936" data-end="1305"><li data-start="936" data-end="997"><p data-start="938" data-end="997">Monthly Management Accounts and annual Statutory Accounts</p></li><li data-start="998" data-end="1047"><p data-end="1047" data-start="1000">Cash flow management, including trade finance</p></li><li data-start="1048" data-end="1084"><p data-end="1084" data-start="1050">VAT, PAYE/NI and Corporation Tax</p></li><li data-end="1114" data-start="1085"><p data-end="1114" data-start="1087">Budgeting and forecasting</p></li><li data-start="1115" data-end="1141"><p data-end="1141" data-start="1117">Payroll & HR oversight</p></li><li data-start="1142" data-end="1186"><p data-start="1144" data-end="1186">Managing a small Accounts team (AR & AP)</p></li><li data-start="1187" data-end="1245"><p data-start="1189" data-end="1245">Company secretarial duties, insurance and fixed assets</p></li><li data-end="1305" data-start="1246"><p data-start="1248" data-end="1305">Partnering with senior stakeholders across the business</p></li></ul><p data-end="1323" data-start="1307"> </p><p data-start="1307" data-end="1323"><strong data-start="1307" data-end="1321">About You:</strong></p><ul data-start="1324" data-end="1615"><li data-start="1324" data-end="1371"><p data-start="1326" data-end="1371">ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified </p></li><li data-end="1419" data-start="1372"><p data-start="1374" data-end="1419">Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards</p></li><li data-end="1501" data-start="1420"><p data-end="1501" data-start="1422">Proven track record of delivering accurate, insightful management information</p></li><li data-end="1550" data-start="1502"><p data-start="1504" data-end="1550">Commercially minded with strong Excel skills</p></li><li data-start="1551" data-end="1615"><p data-start="1553" data-end="1615">Motivated by ownership, autonomy, and continuous improvement</p></li></ul><p data-end="1727" data-start="1617"> </p><p data-start="1617" data-end="1727">If you would like to apply, please click <strong data-end="1669" data-start="1658">'Apply'</strong> or email your CV to .</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/SGFubmFoLkFybm90dC43MDk4Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
