Finance Manager (3101)

Cathedrala appointments; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company in Bristol seeks a dedicated Finance Manager to lead group-wide financial operations. This role entails overseeing financial operations across multiple entities, along with preparing insightful financial reports and strategic planning. Ideal candidates are fully qualified accountants with over five years of experience, a strong background in UK VAT compliance, and possess a strategic mindset. Join a vibrant team focused on growth with a supportive culture and significant opportunities to shape the finance function.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus scheme

26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

Casual dress code

Cycle-to-work scheme

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with 5+ years' experience.
• Experience managing finances across multiple entities.
• Strong understanding of UK VAT, payroll, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations including bookkeeping and VAT submissions.
• Collaborate with payroll providers for accurate processing.
• Deliver financial reports with insight-led analysis.
• Lead budgeting and strategic financial planning.

Skills

Financial operations management

Strategic financial planning

UK VAT compliance

Education

ACCA, ACA, or CIMA qualified

Job description

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Up to £50k DOE | Remote after onboarding | Bristol

Our client is a fast-growing, multi-entity group headquartered in Westbury-on-Trym, Bristol. They’re a vibrant, entrepreneurial business entering an exciting growth phase. The team is close-knit (6–7 in the office), with a down-to-earth, banter-filled culture, and their leadership team brings deep finance expertise. As the business continues to scale, they’re now seeking their first dedicated Finance Manager to take the reins of group-wide finance operations.

The Role:

This is a hands-on Finance Manager position with real scope for impact. Initially based at the Westbury office, the role will transition to remote working once the postholder is embedded in the business. You’ll work alongside the leadership team, overseeing the finance function across multiple entities and liaising with external accountancy partners.

Responsibilities of the Finance Manager:

• Own day-to-day financial operations including bookkeeping, bank reconciliations, and VAT submissions across all group businesses
• Collaborate with external payroll providers to ensure accuracy and timely processing
• Deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports with insight-led analysis
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning to support ongoing growth

Requirements of the Finance Manager:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA) with 5+ years' experience
• Background in managing finances across multiple entities and working with outsourced providers
• Strong understanding of UK VAT, payroll, and compliance processes
• Strategic mindset with the ability to balance detail and big-picture thinking
• Up to £50,000 salary depending on experience
• Performance-based bonus scheme
• 26 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with service
• Casual dress code, company events, cycle-to-work scheme, and more
• On-site parking and a genuinely fun, relaxed team culture

This is a brilliant opportunity to shape and lead a growing finance function from the ground up. If you're ready to step into a visible, group-wide finance role within a supportive and entrepreneurial team.

Note on Sponsorship:We regret to inform you that at this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.