Job type
PermanentLocation
BristolWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Senior Finance QualifiedIndustry
Healthcare & MedicalPay
£60,000 - £70,000
Hays are looking to recruit a Financial Controller here in Bristol.
Your new company
Our client is a dynamic and growing SME based in Bristol. With a strong commercial focus and ambitious growth plans, we are seeking a Financial Controller to lead the finance operations and support the Finance Director with strategic decision-making across the business.
Your new role
Reporting to the Finance Director, the Financial Controller will be responsible for managing the day-to-day finance function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, robust controls, and helping with insightful analysis. This is a hands-on role working as a number 2 in a growing business. The role will include:
- Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts, board packs, and financial reports
- Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, including VAT and HMRC filings.
- Maintain and improve internal financial controls and processes.
- Support the Finance Director with financial modelling, business case development, and commercial analysis.
- Oversee the year-end audit and liaise with external auditors and advisors.
- Manage and develop a small finance team.
- Drive improvements in financial systems and reporting tools.
- Provide financial insight to support operational and strategic decision-making.
What you'll need to succeed
We are looking for someone:- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
- Proven experience in a Financial Controller or similar role within an SME.
- Strong technical accounting knowledge.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working in a hands-on environment.
This is a great opportunity to add value and make a difference. The role is paying between £60,000 - £70,000 along with a bonus and a generous pension scheme. The company offers plenty of flexibility and has a great culture.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If 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.
