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Your new company HAYS are excited to bring you this senior position for a top accounting firm, As the National Payroll Director, you will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of the firm's Payroll Services function across the UK. This includes responsibility for multiple regional payroll teams, as well as the governance and performance of both onshore and offshore delivery centres... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Part-Time Finance Manager (22.5 hours per week) – £25,062.60 pa (FTE £41,771) - Salford – Hybrid Our client is a dedicated charity based in Salford and are looking to expand their finance team by recruiting to the new post of Finance Manager. The postholder will lead the finance function, ensuring that robust financial systems, processes and controls are in place to safeguard the organisation and enable informed decision-making. They will provide high-quality financial insight, maintain the integrity of financial information, and oversee the delivery of accurate and compliant financial operations—including payroll, management reporting and audit preparation. The Role : • Produce accurate and timely quarterly management accounts, including all supporting schedules and reconciliations., • Support the annual budgeting process, including entering budgets into the finance system and updating records as programmes evolve., • Monitor organisational and project budgets throughout the year, highlighting risks, variances and opportunities for improvement., • Prepare costings for funding bids, tenders and proposals to ensure full cost recovery and sustainable delivery., • Ensure strong internal financial controls are operating effectively across all finance processes., • Oversee the full monthly payroll cycle, • Manage the end-to-end monthly invoicing process, maintaining all payment schedules and supporting robust income tracking., • Prepare supporting documentation, reconciliations and adjustment schedules for the annual statutory audit., • Produce draft year-end financial statements for review by the Director of Finance & Resources. Benefits : • 28 days’ holiday - rising to 30 days (after five years), plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part-time), • Enhanced company sick and maternity pay, subject to terms and conditions of service, • Pension scheme - with 7% employer contribution (and 1% mandatory employee contribution), • Cycle to Work scheme, • Membership of the Hospital Saturday Fund via an employer subsidised scheme (optional and non-contractual), • RHS family membership (optional and non-contractual), • Development opportunities

JOB PURPOSE We are looking for a strategic and results-oriented People Business Partner, reporting directly into the People Director. Involved in all aspects including talent acquisition, employee development, , employee relations, and compliance. This is generalist role therefore the individual must be comfortable with getting involved in all aspects of HR. There will be limited admin support so the individual must be comfortable doing their own admin. This is a Fixed Term Contract covering a period of maternity leave (approx. 12 months starting July 2026, ending June 2027). 1st stage interviews w.c. 4/5/2026, 2nd stage w.c. 18/5/2026. RESPONSIBILITIES • Support the implementation of people strategies and initiatives that support the company's overall objectives., • Provide guidance and resolution on employee relations issues, ensuring a fair and respectful work environment., • Develop diversity and inclusion strategies to ensure a diverse and equitable workforce., • Promote wellbeing strategies., • Oversee People policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with UK employment laws and regulations., • Partner with managers to develop and align People strategies with business goals., • Provide support for organisational change and development efforts., • Monitor and report on People key performance indicators, providing insights and recommendations for improvement., • Use evidence and data to identify people priorities for the business and address future workforce needs., • Provide guidance on people practices such as restructures and succession planning., • Bring people expertise and develop solutions to help the business area to deliver its strategy., • Influence and build relationships with people around the business., • Act as a local point of people expertise for our teams., • Question and challenge others to get to the root of people and business issues., • Coach and provide feedback to key stakeholders to help improve business efficiency., • Manage the full employee lifecycle from onboarding to exit., • Lead and manage recruitment activity, including direct sourcing via LinkedIn Recruiter., • Complete monthly payroll submissions and submissions to Grupo Bimbo., • Process purchase orders (POs) through M3. PERSON SPECIFICATION • Strong personal resilience with experience of working effectively in dynamic matrix environments., • High integrity and strong credibility, with an ability to work discretely and sensitively in complex political environments., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to influence and tactfully deal with complex employee relations issues., • Strong initiative and evaluation skills; generating ideas and suggestions to improve performance and efficiency., • A highly motivated self-starter, able to work autonomously with minimum supervision., • Calm under pressure with an ability to work in a dynamic environment, dealing with conflicting priorities., • Highly organised with excellent planning skills and an ability to meet tight deadlines., • Excellent attention to detail with an ability to work to a high level of accuracy., • A flexible, pro-active, and collaborative approach to problem solving and team working, with an ability to gain acceptance from challenging stakeholders., • Embracing the cultural diversity of all colleagues and service users., • Able to demonstrate strong emotional intelligence and to determine underlying issues in challenging situation., • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (Master's degree preferred)., • CIPD or other relevant HR certification is desirable. PACKAGE: At St Pierre Groupe our employer brand is important. In addition to salary, we offer an extremely attractive benefits package consisting of: • Defined contribution pension scheme (8% employer, minimum 1% employee contribution), • Private Health Insurance and Medicash (after 3 months service), • International Travel Insurance, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Annual Leave of 27 days + 1 day for your Birthday + statutory days, • Flexible working (start time between 8am-10am) + early Friday finish., • Hybrid working with a mix of 3x onsite and 2x remote days., • Excellent work location at Didsbury Towers with onsite café, parking, and events.

Job Title: Payroll Controls and Compliance Associate Director\nLocation: Manchester / Stockport (Hybrid Working)\nSalary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum\nJob Type: Permanent, Full-Time\n\nClient Details\n\nWe are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Controls and Compliance Associate Director to join a growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a payroll professional with a strong background in governance, risk and compliance to take ownership of payroll controls across a dynamic organisation.\n\nBased in either Manchester or Stockport with flexible hybrid working, you will play a key role in ensuring payroll processes are accurate, compliant and aligned with internal policies and external regulations.\n\nDescription\n\nThe key responsibilities of a Payroll Controls and Compliance Associate Director will include:\n\nSupport the Payroll National Service Line in establishing and maintaining robust payroll controls and compliance frameworks for effective client service delivery\nPlay a key role in supporting payroll compliance and minimising risk exposure across the service line\nContinuously review and enhance ways of working by evaluating and analysing proposed process and system changes.\nProactively identify, assess and mitigate risks to service delivery using risk registers and incident reporting frameworks.\nOversee legislative updates and procedural changes, ensuring all payroll teams remain compliant with current regulations and internal policies.\nMonitor, review, and report on compliance and non-compliance across the Payroll National Service Line, identifying trends and areas for improvement.\nIdentify, analyse, and document control weaknesses, providing clear, value-added recommendations to strengthen processes\nRecommend, implement, and support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy and compliance.\nWork collaboratively with payroll colleagues at all levels across the organisation to drive best practice.\nLiaise closely with the Director of Payroll Controls and Compliance, while providing line management and support to Payroll Controls & Compliance team members.\nCommunicate effectively with stakeholders across multiple locations.\nContribute to the development and execution of strategies relating to risk management, controls, and governance.Profile\n\nThe successful Payroll Controls and Compliance Associate Director will have:\n\nExperienced payroll professional ideally at manager level\n\nProven practice in designing and implementing controls to mitigate risk\n\nConfident understanding key risks of non-compliance based on your experience and knowledge of best practice\n\nExperience of payroll incident investigation, providing recommendations and managing implementation of recommendations.\n\nStrong analytical skills with high attention to detail\nExcellent stakeholder management and communication skills\nAbility to lead projects and influence process improvements\nRelevant payroll or finance qualifications (e.g., CIPP) are desirable \n\nJob Offer\n\nCompetitive salary of up to £55,000\nHybrid working model offering flexibility between home and office\nGenerous holiday allowance\nPension scheme\nProfessional development opportunities\nSupportive and collaborative working environment

Your new company \n\nHAYS are excited to bring you this senior position for a top accounting firm,\n\nAs the National Payroll Director, you will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of the firm's Payroll Services function across the UK. This includes responsibility for multiple regional payroll teams, as well as the governance and performance of both onshore and offshore delivery centres. The role ensures excellence in service delivery, compliance with UK legislation, and supports continued growth in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment within a top 10 accounting firm.\n\nThis position requires a commercially minded leader with deep technical payroll expertise, strong people leadership skills, and a proven ability to drive transformation, standardisation and operational efficiency across complex, multisite teams.\n\nYour new role \nStrategic Leadership & Governance\n\nDevelop and deliver the national payroll strategy for the UK, aligned with the firm's wider outsourcing and advisory objectives.\nSet consistent standards, controls, and best‑practice frameworks across all payroll locations and service lines.\nEnsure operational resilience, incorporating business continuity planning and appropriate risk management.\nLead large-scale transformation programmes, including technology modernisation, automation, and process optimisation.Operational Management\n\nOversee day-to-day operations for high‑volume and complex payroll portfolios across multiple sectors.\nManage performance across onshore and offshore teams, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to SLAs.\nEnsure compliance with all statutory and legislative requirements for the UK, including HMRC, pensions, and industry‑specific requirements.\nDrive continuous improvement and standardisation across workflows, tools, and delivery centres.\nClient Leadership & Commercial Growth\n\nAct as senior escalation point for key national clients, including resolving high-risk issues.\nImplement new clients and upgrade payroll systems \nSupport business development activity, including pitches, proposals, and pricing strategies.\nIdentify opportunities to expand the payroll offering, cross-sell wider services, and enhance client value.\nProvide technical insight and thought leadership to internal and external stakeholders.People Leadership\n\nLead, inspire, and mentor a diverse workforce of payroll managers, team leaders, and specialists across multiple sites.\nEnsure effective workforce planning, succession planning, and capability development across the function.\nFoster a collaborative, high‑performance culture focused on quality, compliance, and exceptional service.\nOversee performance management, skills development, and continuous professional learning.\nWhat you'll need to succeed \n\nEssential\n\nProven experience in a senior payroll leadership role within a large accounting firm, BPO, or complex multisite organisation.\nDeep technical understanding of UK payroll legislation, compliance, and best practice.\nExperience managing large teams across multiple locations, including offshore delivery.\nDemonstrable track record of delivering operational transformation and process improvement.\nStrong commercial acumen and experience in supporting revenue growth and client development.\nExcellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders and new/existing clients\nHighly numerate, analytical, and confident working with KPIs, SLAs, and operational metrics.\n\nWhat you need to do now \nIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV , or call us now.\nIf this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.\n\nHays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Michael Page are looking for an experienced National Payroll Lead Director to lead and transform payroll operations across the UK and offshore delivery centres. You will be responsible for strategic leadership, operational oversight, compliance, client relationships, team development, ensuring efficient, compliant and scalable payroll services.\n\nClient Details\n\nThis is an opportunity to lead a national payroll function in a highly respected, people-focused firm. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping payroll strategy, improving processes, and mentoring a talented team while making a real difference to clients and colleagues.\n\nDescription\n\nThe key responsibilities of a National Payroll Lead Director will include:\n\nStrategic Leadership and Governance:\n\nSteer the national payroll service line, aligning strategy across offices.\nOwn and evolve the end-to-end payroll operating model.\nLead change, transformation, and automation initiatives.\nDefine and implement payroll offshoring strategy in collaboration with leadership.\nRepresent payroll in firm-wide governance, advisory panels, and market forums.\nOversee payroll vendor relationships and system performance.Operational Oversight\n\nMonitor and manage payroll team performance (UK & offshore).\nRebalance workload between onshore and offshore teams.\nManage outsourced bureau operations and ensure compliance.\nHandle escalations, complex queries, and high-risk payroll matters.\nApprove payroll reports and ensure quality control across offices.Compliance & Risk Management\n\nEnsure compliance with UK payroll legislation (HMRC, RTI, pensions, GDPR).\nMaintain payroll offshoring risk framework, business continuity, and quality assurance.\nMonitor engagement risks and ensure consistent onshore/offshore delivery.Client Relationship and Advisory\n\nMaintain senior client relationships, acting as the primary contact for key clients.\nAdvise on payroll software, compliance, and operational efficiency.\nHandle sensitive client scenarios and ensure satisfaction at all times.Systems and Data Management\n\nImplementing and upgrading payroll systems, ensuring they meet operational and compliance needs and are compatible with other required platforms, and are suitable for offshore delivery.\nEvaluate and implement new technologies, to improve efficiency and reporting, including automation that reduces UK processing effort and supports offshore scale.\nManaging data integrity, including client codes, KYC procedures, and engagement documentation, ensuring appropriate controls for offshore access and processing.\nDriving reporting improvements, such as timesheet tracking, billing metrics, and KPI dashboards, including offshore utilisation, and quality.Team Leadership and Development\n\nLead and mentor UK and offshore payroll teams.\nFoster a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.\nSupport staff career progression, including transitions to advisory or specialist roles.\nDevelop offshore training pathways and uplift team capability. \n\nProfile\n\nThe successful National Payroll Lead Director will have:\n\nProven experience leading national or multi-regional payroll functions within an Accountancy practice or Bureau.\nExperience managing high-volume payroll bureaus or offshore delivery centres.\nTrack record of end-to-end payroll operating model ownership, including offshore teams.\nStrong background in payroll compliance, HMRC legislation, pensions, RTI, GDPR, and statutory reporting.\nExperience in payroll transformation, digitisation, and adoption of new technologies.\nExcellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.\nAbility to manage complex escalations and high-risk payroll issues.Job Offer\n\nA salary up to £90,000 per annum + bonus\nHybrid working - 3 days in office, 2 days working from home\n37.5 hours working week with flexible start and finish times\n33 days holidays including bank holidays with option to buy and sell 5 per year\nGenuine opportunities to progress and scale within a top Accountancy firm\nGroup life assurance and pension\nExclusive discounts\nEmployee Assistance Programmes\nPlus much more

Portfolio Payroll are pleased to be working with our amazing client with offices across the UK, this role will be based from either their Manchester or Liverpool offices - This is a fantastic role developing and implementing controls to ensure compliance and mitigate risk to clients payroll.\n\nIf you want to be part of an established professional and personable team then please apply or contact me directly on (phone number removed)\n\nKey Duties/Tasks:\n\nManaging Payroll risk and compliance\n\nEnsuring payroll compliance, and implementation of controls to mitigate risk\n\nOverseeing a large complex clients payroll\n\nINDPAYN\n\n51377GOR1\n\nThe Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position

The Opportunity\n\nA forward-thinking organisation in the Social Housing sector is seeking a highly skilled Finance Manager to lead its business partnering function and provide expert financial insight across the organisation.\n\nThis is a pivotal role reporting directly to the Finance Director, ideal for a proactive, relationship-driven finance professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys influencing strategic decision-making.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nLead the finance business partnering function, building strong relationships across departments.\n\t\nProduce high‑quality monthly management accounts, budget updates, and financial reporting packs.\n\t\nProvide analysis, commentary and scenario planning to support strategic decisions.\n\t\nLead the annual budget setting process and contribute to long-term financial planning.\n\t\nOversee financial controls, reporting systems and process improvements, driving efficiency and automation.\n\t\nProduce and present financial papers for Executive and Board‑level stakeholders.\n\t\nSupport payroll reporting and liaise closely with People Services on monthly reconciliations.\n\t\nProvide training, guidance, and challenge to budget holders to ensure strong financial accountability.\n\nAbout You\n\nWe’re looking for a confident, influential finance professional who can bring clarity, insight, and leadership to an established finance team.\n\nYou will have:\n\nCCAB qualification (or equivalent experience at senior finance level).\n\t\nExperiuencegained in Social Housing sector \n\t\nStrong technical accounting knowledge, including an understanding of FRS102/SORP.\n\t\nExperience in producing management accounts, budgets, forecasts and business partnering outputs.\n\t\nExcellent Excel and financial modelling skills.\n\t\nProven experience leading or mentoring a team.\n\t\nAbility to work independently, manage competing priorities and communicate clearly at all levels.\n\t\nStrong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence non-finance colleagues.\n\nWhy Apply?\n\nThis organisation offers a positive, inclusive culture and a genuine commitment to professional development. Benefits include:\n\nUp to 34 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays)\n\t\nHybrid & flexible working\n\t\nGenerous pension scheme\n\t\nHealth & wellbeing benefits\n\t\nLeadership exposure in a well-regarded, values-driven organisation

Payroll Officer – Home Based\nLocation: UK – Home Working\nSalary: Competitive, DOE\nContract: Permanent, Full time\nBenefits – What do we offer\nA happy team is the most important thing for us at BookCheck.\n• We listen to our staff and implement their ideas.\n• Flexible hours (part time in the first half of the month and full time in the second half)\n• Working from home as part of a talented and supportive team that will help you develop your skills\n• A quality system underpinned by our ISO9001 Quality Management Systems accreditation\n• A competitive rate of pay either Employed or Self Employed\n• 28 days paid annual leave including bank holidays rising to 33 with long service (employees only)\n• Company pension scheme (employees only)\n• Benenden Health Plan (employees only)\n• Join in with company socials which are arranged on a regular basis\nFancy a change – want to work flexible hours based from home\nThis exciting and flexible role will be supported by our experienced and friendly Payroll team.\nEstablished in 1994 we have built an enviable national reputation for quality and customer service for outsourced payroll with auto enrolment services.\nWe are in a time of huge growth and are therefore looking to expand our payroll team.\nWith a dedicated training & development programme you will be able to build on your existing skills and progression within the company is encouraged.\nWe are currently looking for someone who is available to work full time hours in the latter half of the month, but less hours in the first half of the month, in order to support the majority of our clients who pay at month end.\nOur payroll staff work flexibly from home, and hours can be varied to suit the individual as long as business needs are met.\nSkills and experience:\n• You will be working on many payrolls of varying sizes and would ideally have experience with Iris Payroll Professional software.\n• You will be dealing with end-to-end payroll including: Setting up new starters/leavers, Dealing with Attachment of Earnings orders, Dealing with all types of statutory pay and leave, Dealing with all types of pension including Auto Enrolment and Salary Sacrifice, Importing/exporting csv files, Assessment of small employer status/apprenticeship levy status, Year end process including year end director reconciliation\n• You will be dealing with payroll queries and will need to demonstrate strong payroll legislation knowledge as well as the ability to establish good working relationships with your client base.\n• You will need to be comfortable working in Excel and have at least 3 years relevant work experience in a bureau environment.\n• You will need to be self-motivated, professional and adaptable as you will be expected to work independently from home.\n• Good organisational and communication skills are a must.\nYou will need to have your own PC and a good broadband connection.\nIf you have the skills and experience, we require for this role and are looking for a new challenge please click on “APPLY” today and send us over a copy of your CV!\nWe thank all applicants but due to the high expected response, we will only respond to individuals who match our requirements. Previous applicants need not re apply as we hold all previous CVs on file.\nApplications will close once we have received a significant number of suitable applicants

Michael Page are looking for an experienced National Payroll Lead Director to lead and transform payroll operations across the UK and offshore delivery centres. You will be responsible for strategic leadership, operational oversight, compliance, client relationships, team development, ensuring effic

Robert Half is partnering with a well established Manufacturing business based in Salford due to a period of transition and increased operational demand, we are seeking an experienced Interim Financial Controller to join the business on a 6 month contract. Reporting to the Finance Director and working closely with the senior leadership team, the Interim Financial Controller will take responsibility for overseeing the day to day finance function, ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting, and full VAT compliance. This is a hands on role suited to a proactive finance professional with strong manufacturing experience and up to date VAT knowledge. Key Responsibilities • Oversee daily financial operations including AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger, • Manage month end and year end close processes, • Prepare timely and accurate management accounts, • Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, • Maintain and improve financial controls and processes, • Ensure full VAT compliance, including preparation and submission of VAT returns, • Advise on VAT treatment across manufacturing transactions and supply chains, • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), • Proven knowledge of UK VAT regulations, • Stro...

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Payroll Controls and Compliance Associate Director to oversee payroll controls and compliance in Manchester or Stockport.

Regional Head of Retail Sales | Western UK & | Competitive salary + Bonus An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and credible retail leader to oversee a large retail region across the Western UK and surrounding areas. This pivotal role is ideal for a senior leader with a proven track record in driving retail performance and delivering commercial results across multiple locations. As Regional Head, you will report to the Retail Director and be a key member of the Sales Leadership Team, managing regional managers and leading a region that contributes significantly to the business's overall revenue. What the role involves Driving regional revenue, profit, and KPI performance through robust business analysis and strategic planning. Leading a team of regional managers to deliver consistent operational excellence and exceptional customer experiences. Developing and executing regional strategies in alignment with overall business objectives. Partnering with cross-functional teams such as Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Training, and HR to optimize performance. Identifying opportunities for property relocations, refits, or refreshes to enhance retail performance. Managing regional P&L and ensuring efficient cost management, including payroll and productivity. Recruiting, mentoring, and developing high-potential talent, building succession plans, and fostering a high-performance culture.About you Highly experienced senior retail sales leader with strong operational and strategic expertise. Proven experience managing area or regional managers, or at Head of level, with the ability to lead and develop teams. Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work effectively under pressure. Exceptional leadership, coaching, and team management skills. Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills. High street, Fashion, jewellery, accessories or beauty retail background Collaborative, entrepreneurial, and able to inspire teams to deliver sustainable results.What we offer Competitive salary with regular reviews and a generous bonus scheme. Hybrid working model with flexibility. Comprehensive benefits including a generous staff discount, and wellness support. Career development opportunities in a globally recognized and award-winning company.Regional Head of Retail Sales | Western UK &|Competitive salary + Bonus BH35676

Finance Controller £55,000 to £65,000 Location: Manchester (M15) Hours: Full time, Office based Contract: Permanent Im delighted to be supporting a rapidly expanding commercial organisation who are entering an exciting new phase of growth, including the opening of their brand?new Manchester head office. They are looking to appoint a Finance Controller who can genuinely influence the direction of the finance function while partnering closely with senior leadership. This is a brilliant opportunity for a commercially focused finance professional who enjoys taking ownership, improving processes, and building scalable financial systems as a business grows. The role offers a long term progression pathway, making it an excellent career move for someone who wants to step up and help shape a high performing, modern finance department. Working closely with the Finance Director, you will play a central role in financial governance, reporting, and ongoing commercial development. This is a hands on position suited to someone who enjoys variety, responsibility, and making a meaningful operational impact. Key Responsibilities: Lead month end processes, management accounts, budgeting and forecasting Prepare detailed financial reports, models and performance dashboards Carry out financial analysis to support commercial and strategic decisions Maintain and analyse P&L and balance sheet Manage cashflow, reconciliations, payment runs and credit control Oversee VAT returns and liaise with payroll providers Drive cost saving, efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives This organisation is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment. Applications are welcomed from people of all backgrounds, and you dont need experience in every listed area what matters most is capability, attitude and ambition. Youll bring: Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA) or equivalent 35 years experience in management accounting or financial analysis Strong grasp of financial principles, reporting and compliance Excellent analytical ability and attention to detail Confidence working in a hands on, collaborative environment Strong Excel skills; experience with Sage 50 is an advantage A proactive, solutions focused mindset with a desire to grow Why Apply? Join a growing, forward thinking business at a pivotal time Play a key role in shaping financial processes and strategy Clear development pathway mapped out over the next 35 years Work closely with an experienced and supportive leadership team Modern new office space in Manchester Interested? If you're an ambitious finance professional looking for a role where you can make a real impact, Id love to tell you more. Please contact Ruth today on 07570251230 or email . This vacancy is being handled by Aspire Recruitment. Please be aware we receive a high volume of applications and regularly receive applications from candidates who exceed the job credentials. We will only contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. Should you apply for this role, we will process your data as detailed in our Privacy Policy and by applying for this opportunity I agree that Aspire Recruitment will keep me informed about potential employment opportunities regularly and that I can choose to opt out of receiving information at any time. TPBN1_UKTJ

Robert Half is partnering with a well established Manufacturing business based in Salford due to a period of transition and increased operational demand, we are seeking an experienced Interim Financial Controller to join the business on a 6 month contract. Reporting to the Finance Director and working closely with the senior leadership team, the Interim Financial Controller will take responsibility for overseeing the day to day finance function, ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting, and full VAT compliance. This is a hands on role suited to a proactive finance professional with strong manufacturing experience and up to date VAT knowledge. Key Responsibilities Oversee daily financial operations including AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger Manage month end and year end close processes Prepare timely and accurate management accounts Lead budgeting and forecasting processes Maintain and improve financial controls and processes Ensure full VAT compliance, including preparation and submission of VAT returns Advise on VAT treatment across manufacturing transactions and supply chains Support cash flow management and working capital optimisation Key Requirements: Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) Proven knowledge of UK VAT regulations Strong working experience in a Financial Controller role Comfortable working in a fast paced environment £400 per day (via Umbrella) 6-month interim contract Immediate start available On-site role in Salford (flexibility on start and finish times) 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. TPBN1_UKTJ

Finance Manager (Part-Time- 22.5 hours per week) – £25,062.60 pa (FTE £41,771) - Salford – Hybrid Our client is a dedicated charity based in Salford and are looking to expand their finance team by recruiting to the new post of Finance Manager. The postholder will lead the finance function, ensuring that robust financial systems, processes and controls are in place to safeguard the organisation and enable informed decision-making. They will provide high-quality financial insight, maintain the integrity of financial information, and oversee the delivery of accurate and compliant financial operations—including payroll, management reporting and audit preparation. The Role : Produce accurate and timely quarterly management accounts, including all supporting schedules and reconciliations. Support the annual budgeting process, including entering budgets into the finance system and updating records as programmes evolve. Monitor organisational and project budgets throughout the year, highlighting risks, variances and opportunities for improvement. Prepare costings for funding bids, tenders and proposals to ensure full cost recovery and sustainable delivery. Ensure strong internal financial controls are operating effectively across all finance processes. Oversee the full monthly payroll cycle Manage the end-to-end monthly invoicing process, maintaining all payment schedules and supporting robust income tracking. Prepare supporting documentation, reconciliations and adjustment schedules for the annual statutory audit. Produce draft year-end financial statements for review by the Director of Finance & Resources. Line manage a Finance Officer The role is offered on a part-time basis (22.5hours per week) and days and hours can be flexible but must include a full day on a Monday. Benefits : 28 days’ holiday - rising to 30 days (after five years), plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part-time) Enhanced company sick and maternity pay, subject to terms and conditions of service Pension scheme - with 7% employer contribution (and 1% mandatory employee contribution) Cycle to Work scheme Membership of the Hospital Saturday Fund via an employer subsidised scheme (optional and non-contractual) RHS family membership (optional and non-contractual) Development opportunities