Financial Controller

People Solutions; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Financial Controller for their client in Bedminster, Bristol. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accountant with experience in finance management. Responsibilities include managing accounting records, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance. The role offers an excellent salary of £45,000 - £50,000 along with benefits such as 25 days of holiday and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Permanent position from day one

Qualifications

• Manage accounting records and oversee all financial reporting.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, annual budgets, and ad-hoc reports for group.
• Monitor expenditure and analyse financial data to support decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Control cash flow, oversee credit control, and manage supplier payments.
• Work with Group Treasury to maintain bank account balances.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, policies, and internal financial controls.

Skills

Fully qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA or equivalent)

Proven experience in finance management and control

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability

Highly organised with a flair for numbers and attention to detail

Ability to meet strict reporting deadlines

Proficient in accounting software and Excel

Experience working with auditors and regulatory compliance

Tools

Pegasus Opera or similar accounting systems

Job description

Financial Controller

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Financial Controller to join our well-established client based in Bedminster, Bristol, on a full-time permanent basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity, offering an excellent annual salary, great benefits, and genuine opportunities for career progression

Shift: Monday - Thursday 8am - 5pm and Friday 8am - 2.45pm

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum, dependant on experience

Benefits:

Your benefits as a Financial Controller will be:

• Competitive salary package
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Permanent position from day one
• Opportunity to contribute to a growing UK manufacturing group

Day-to-day duties:

As a Financial Controller, your duties will include (but not be limited to):

• Manage accounting records and oversee all financial reporting
• Prepare monthly management accounts, annual budgets, and ad-hoc reports for group
• Monitor expenditure and analyse financial data to support decision-making
• Control cash flow, oversee credit control, and manage supplier payments
• Work with Group Treasury to maintain bank account balances
• Ensure compliance with regulations, policies, and internal financial controls
• Co-ordinate audit processes and ensure accurate reporting to senior management
• Lead and support a small finance team, including purchase ledger, sales ledger, payroll, and staff data function

Essential skills:

To be successful as a Financial Controller you will need:

• Fully qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA or equivalent)
• Proven experience in finance management and control
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability
• Highly organised with a flair for numbers and attention to detail
• Ability to meet strict reporting deadlines
• Proficient in accounting software and Excel
• Experience working with auditors and regulatory compliance

Desirable experience:

• Previous experience within a manufacturing or SME environment
• Knowledge of Pegasus Opera or similar accounting systems
• Experience managing and developing small finance teams
• Commercial awareness and ability to support wider business strategy

Training:

• Full training will be provided, with ongoing development and support

Contact:

• If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity as a Financial Controller, apply today by clicking the link below or contact our recruitment team to find out more

People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process