Finance Business Partner

Reed; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering scientific company in North Bristol is seeking a Commercial Finance Manager to drive financial performance and lead a finance team. This full-time role offers a salary of up to £60,000, generous benefits, and flexible working arrangements. Ideal candidates will have experience in management accounting and financial reporting, with strong systems knowledge. Desirable experience includes exposure to manufacturing environments and ERP implementations.

Benefits

Generous benefits

Hybrid working options

Qualifications

• Experienced in management accounting and financial reporting.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong systems knowledge and financial IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial analysis including forecasting and profitability reporting.
• Partner with department heads to support financial decision-making.
• Oversee project financial administration including invoicing schedules.
• Drive ERP system implementation and process improvements.

Skills

Management accounting

Financial reporting

Excellent communication skills

Financial IT skills

Tools

Microsoft Business Central

Power BI

Power Query

SQL

Job description

Overview

Reed Finance are pleased to be partnering on a retained basis with a pioneering scientific company based in North Bristol in the search for a Commercial Finance Manager.

As Commercial Finance Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving financial performance, partnering with senior stakeholders, and leading a small but capable finance team. You’ll be responsible for delivering insightful analysis, robust forecasting, and strategic financial support across the business.

Salary up to £60,000 + generous benefits + hybrid/ flexible working.

This is a full-time role, although 4 days a week could be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead financial analysis including forecasting, profitability reporting, pricing strategies, and monthly management accounts.
• Partner with department heads to support financial decision-making and drive efficiencies.
• Oversee project financial administration including invoicing schedules, income recognition, and stock/expenses control.
• Manage and develop two finance team members covering AP, AR, payroll, treasury, and audit.
• Drive ERP system implementation and process improvements across finance and operations.
• Develop financial and operational reporting using ERP and BI tools.
• Ensure compliance with UK GAAP/IFRS and financial reporting regulations.

About You

Essential

• Experienced in management accounting andfinancial reporting.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong systems knowledge and financial IT skills.

Desirable

• Experience in manufacturing or consultancy environments.
• Exposure to ERP implementations and financial process change.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Business Central, Power BI, Power Query, SQL.

Contact Charlotte Hasler at Reed Finance for further information.