Finance Manager

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An ambitious business in the gaming industry is seeking a pragmatic Finance Manager to join their growing team in Bristol. This critical role involves managing day-to-day financial operations, preparing insightful reports, and leading budgeting and forecasting efforts. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Finance or Accounting and relevant professional qualifications, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. This innovative firm offers flexible working options, ongoing career development, and a vibrant workplace culture with regular social events. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Private medical insurance after 1 year

Flexible working times

Career development support

22 days holiday plus bank holidays

Christmas closure not deducted from holiday

1 duvet day for every 2 years service

5 annual learning days

Regular company social events

Cycle scheme and extra annual leave days

Qualifications

• Proven experience in finance management, ideally in gaming or entertainment.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and month-end processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day transactional processing and prepare financial reports.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and provide financial insights for decision-making.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Financial Management

Education

Degree in Finance or Accounting

Professional Qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Google Sheets

Financial Software

Job description

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We are seeking a down-to-earth and pragmatic qualified Finance Manager to join an ambitious business in the gaming industry based in Bristol. Given the business is in a growth phase, they need someone hands-on who is comfortable in handling the day-to-day transactional processing across the group as well as experience with budgeting and forecasting to provide insights into the management team. This role is critical to be business, and you will be supported by a part-time CFO.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day transactional processing, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, expenses, bank accounts and payroll.
• Prepare and present financial reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Lead the Group’s budgeting, forecasting and scenario modelling.
• Collaborate with management to provide financial insights and support decision-making in a prompt manner.
• Monitor cash flow and manage working capital, both short-term and longer term, to the benefit of the business and report requirements to the management team.
• Preparation of concise and accurate royalty reports, which are easy-to-read for partners, circulated in accordance with agreed timescales.
• Update forecasts with stakeholders regularly so that there is clarity around the expected future performance of the business.

Qualifications and experience:

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field and a professional qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA) is desirable or demonstrable qualification by experience.
• Proven experience in a finance management role, preferably within the video games or entertainment industry.
• Strong knowledge of the month-end process and experience in forecasting.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite particularly Excel/Google Sheets
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High levels of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

On Offer:

• Private medical insurance after 1 year at the company
• Choose where you work - In the Bristol office or hybrid options all available
• Flexible working times - Start and finish times to suit you
• Career development - Ongoing support for training and career development with training budget
• 22 days holiday (plus bank holidays) - including day off for your birthday
• Christmas closure not deducted from holiday allowance
• 1 duvet day for every 2 years service (to a max of 4)
• 5 annual learning days
• Regular company social events - Food and drink festivals, museum trips, board game nights, tough mudder
• Cycle scheme and extra annual leave days - available after 2 years at the company

How to Apply:

If you are open to exploring, please apply online or feel free to send your CV to Daniel McGuire

Please note: Due to the volume on applications and interest we will be unable to respond to every application directly.