Finance Business Partner

Core3 is working with a growing professional services firm to recruit a Finance Business Partner, based in Bristol. This is a newly created role within a developing commercial finance function, offering the opportunity to influence profitability, pricing, and performance across the business.

Why join our client

This business is investing in its commercial finance capability, recognising the importance of strong financial insight in driving performance. As a Finance Business Partner, you’ll work closely with senior stakeholders to understand operations, identify opportunities, and deliver tangible improvements. You’ll have strong exposure to leadership and play a central role in shaping strategy, influencing decisions, and improving commercial outcomes.

How you’ll make an impact

• Partner with senior stakeholders to improve performance across assigned business areas
• Build strong relationships with leadership teams to drive commercial outcomes
• Analyse financial performance to identify opportunities for profitability improvement
• Support the development and delivery of profit improvement plans
• Contribute to pricing strategy and proposal development, balancing client needs with commercial outcomes
• Provide clear financial insight and commentary to support decision-making
• Challenge stakeholders to deliver against budget and performance targets
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes
• Improve working capital performance across assigned areas
• Contribute to finance transformation and process improvement initiatives
• Act as a key link between finance and operational teams

Why you’re a great fit

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) or equivalent
• Strong grounding in financial analysis and interpretation
• Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with senior stakeholders
• Commercial awareness, with an interest in driving business performance
• Experience working with financial data to support decision-making
• Highly organised, with strong attention to detail
• Proactive mindset, with the confidence to challenge and ask questions
• Trained within a top-tier or large accountancy practice, or with a comparable technical foundation

What you’ll get in return

As a Finance Business Partner, you’ll step into a role with real influence and visibility. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your commercial skillset while working closely with senior stakeholders to drive performance and long-term profitability.

• Salary £60,000–£70,000
• Hybrid working, 2 days in the office and 3 from home
• Bonus

We welcome applications from all candidates who feel they meet the requirements. We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and will provide any reasonable adjustments throughout the process.

If this sounds like you, please apply now or contact louis@core3.co.uk / 0117 213 0300.

Visit www.core3.co.uk to view all our finance opportunities.

Senior Credit Controller

Core3 is working with a well-established professional services firm to recruit a Senior Credit Controller. This is a key position within the finance function, combining hands-on working capital management with leadership responsibility.

Why join our client

This business places real value on strong financial control and high-quality client service. As a Senior Credit Controller, you’ll work closely with Partners and senior stakeholders, helping improve cash performance while leading and developing a team. You’ll play a visible role in strengthening processes and driving better commercial outcomes.

How you’ll make an impact

• Take ownership of working capital across assigned departments and key clients
• Partner with stakeholders to reduce debt, WIP, and overall exposure
• Lead review meetings on complex matters, providing clear direction and challenge
• Oversee the billing cycle, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing and cash collection
• Act as a senior point of expertise on revenue control and billing issues
• Ensure adherence to policies, including discounts and write-offs
• Identify and implement improvements to billing processes and systems
• Manage, coach, and develop Revenue Controllers and Billing Assistants
• Handle escalations and resolve complex or sensitive client issues

Why you’re a great fit

Essential

• Strong experience in revenue control, credit control, and cash collection
• Background in a professional services environment
• Confident working with senior stakeholders, including Partners
• Experience managing complex client portfolios
• Proven ability to lead, support, or mentor team members
• Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Proactive mindset, with a focus on continuous improvement
• Strong Excel capability

Desirable

• Experience within a legal or partnership environment
• Relevant professional qualifications

What you’ll get in return

As Senior Credit Controller, you’ll step into a role with real visibility and influence. You’ll have the opportunity to shape how working capital is managed while developing a team and improving processes across the function.

• Salary £40,000–£45,000
• Hybrid working, with a minimum of 40% office presence
• Supportive onboarding with increased office time initially

We welcome applications from all candidates who feel they meet the requirements. We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and will provide any reasonable adjustments throughout the process.

If this sounds like you, please apply now or contact louis@core3.co.uk / 0117 213 0300.

Visit www.core3.co.uk to view all our finance opportunities.

Senior Finance Business Partner

Core3 is working with an established and commercially focused organisation to recruit a Senior Finance Business Partner for its Bristol office. This is a key role within a growing finance function, offering real scope to influence performance, pricing, and strategic decision-making.

Why join our client

This business values clear thinking and strong financial insight. As a Senior Finance Business Partner in Bristol, you’ll work closely with senior leadership, helping shape decisions and improve how the business performs. You’ll have the opportunity to build capability within the team while playing a visible role in driving commercial outcomes.

How you’ll make an impact

• Partner with senior stakeholders to improve performance and decision-making
• Deliver accurate forecasting and support the budgeting cycle
• Lead pricing analysis to strengthen profitability
• Build and refine financial modelling to support strategic plans
• Provide insight through management accounts and regular performance reviews
• Strengthen financial control across commercial activities
• Improve working capital, including cash flow and WIP management
• Collaborate with FP&A to align planning and reporting
• Support and develop Commercial Business Partners within the team
• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives to improve commercial performance
  
  

Why you’re a great fit

Essential

• You’ll be a qualified accountant (ACA)
• Strong experience in business partnering, forecasting, and financial modelling
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders
• Experience supporting or mentoring finance professionals
• Commercial mindset with a focus on performance and profitability
• Trained within a top-tier or large international accountancy practice, or with an equivalent technical foundation

Desirable

• Experience supporting pricing strategy and commercial decision-making
• Exposure to complex or multi-entity environments
• Comfortable presenting at senior leadership level

What you’ll get in return

As Senior Finance Business Partner, you’ll take on a visible and influential role within the business. You’ll have the autonomy to shape how finance supports the wider organisation, with clear scope to grow your impact.

• Salary £80,000–£90,000  
• Bonus
• Hybrid working, 2 days in the Bristol office

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who believe they meet the role requirements. We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and we’ll provide any reasonable adjustments you may need throughout the recruitment process.

If this advert sounds like you, please apply now or contact louis@core3.co.uk / 0117 213 0300.

Visit www.core3.co.uk to view all our finance opportunities.

Finance Implementation Lead (Permanent Role)

£70,000 – £80,000

London (Hybrid working)

We’re partnering with a private equity-backed, fast-growth, multi-site business based in London, currently scaling rapidly through acquisition and investing heavily in building a best-in-class finance function.

This is a newly created role, sitting close to the CFO, focused on driving finance transformation, systems implementation, and integration of newly acquired entities into a centralised group finance function .

The opportunity

This role is all about making finance scalable as the business grows.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Leading the integration of newly acquired entities into the group finance systems

• Driving finance systems implementation, optimisation, and automation

• Standardising processes, controls, and reporting across multiple sites

• Owning a portfolio of finance and cross-functional projects end-to-end

• Acting as a key bridge between Finance, Operations, IT, and senior leadership

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience in finance systems implementation / transformation roles

• Strong understanding of core finance processes (AP, AR, GL, payroll)

• Experience in a multi-entity, acquisitive, or high-growth environment

• ACCA/ACA/CIMA Qualified 

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Hands-on, delivery-focused mindset, someone who can get into the detail and make things happen

Why this role

• Join a high-growth, PE-backed business at a key stage of its journey

• Play a central role in scaling and professionalising the finance function

• Work closely with a high-calibre CFO and leadership team

• Genuine opportunity to make a visible, tangible impact

Accounts Assistant

Why join our client

Core3 is recruiting for an Accounts Assistant to join our client, a well-established professional services organisation with a strong reputation for quality, trust and consistent growth.

How you’ll make an impact

As Accounts Assistant, you will support the finance team with the accurate processing of financial transactions and help maintain strong financial controls.

• Process daily payments and receipts, ensuring accurate posting to the ledger
• Support accounts payable by processing purchase invoices and preparing supplier payments
• Assist with billing activity and ensure cases are invoiced correctly
• Manage payments to clients and third parties while maintaining accurate records
• Investigate and resolve outstanding or residual balances on accounts
• Respond to finance queries from operational teams across the business
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure transactions meet compliance requirements
• Assist with month-end tasks, including reconciliations and reporting support
• Help improve finance processes and support the smooth running of the finance function
  
  

Why you’re a great fit

• At least 2 years’ experience in a finance, accounts or transactional role
• Strong understanding of accounts payable, payments processing and ledger accounting
• Experience handling financial transactions with a high level of accuracy
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Ability to manage workload in a fast-paced environment with deadlines
• Confident communicator able to work with different teams across a business
  
  

You’ll bring a proactive mindset, a positive approach to teamwork and a commitment to maintaining high standards in financial processes.

What you’ll get in return

As Accounts Assistant, you’ll join a supportive team where collaboration, accuracy and continuous improvement are valued. The business offers flexible hybrid working and a benefits package designed to support wellbeing and professional development.

Benefits include:

• £28,000–£30,000 salary
• Hybrid working (2–3 days in the office)
• 35-hour working week
• Discretionary annual bonus
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Healthcare cash plan
• Study support programme
  
  

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who believe they meet the role requirements. We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and we’ll provide any reasonable adjustments you may need throughout the recruitment process.

Apply

If this advert sounds like you, please apply now or contact louis@core3.co.uk / 0117 213 0300.
Visit www.core3.co.uk to view all our finance opportunities.

Purchase Ledger Assistant

Core3 is delighted to be partnering with a purpose-driven organisation on a retained basis to recruit a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join their North Somerset office.

Why join our client

Our client is an ambitious, people-first business with clear growth plans and a genuinely collaborative culture, backed by strong leadership. They are investing in digital finance and continuous process improvement, giving you the chance to build a solid foundation in Purchase Ledger while also having the scope to broaden your experience across the wider finance function over time.

How you’ll make an impact

• Own the end-to-end Purchase Ledger process
• Process high-volume invoices, including matching, batching, and coding
• Support digital invoice processing and automation tools
• Prepare and run weekly payment runs, including ad hoc payments
• Maintain supplier accounts and resolve queries
• Complete supplier statement reconciliations
• Perform bank and ledger reconciliations
• Support month-end close, including accruals and Purchase Ledger reconciliations
• Contribute to cashflow forecasting through accurate supplier tracking
• Partner with the Finance Manager to improve controls
• Identify and implement process improvements across purchase-to-pay
  
  

Why you’re a great fit

Essential

• Experience in a Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable role
• Strong understanding of invoice processing and payment cycles
• Working knowledge of double entry and finance fundamentals
• Confident using Excel and finance systems
• Organised, accurate, and able to manage multiple priorities
  
  

Desirable

• Exposure to Accounts Receivable or broader finance tasks
• Experience supporting month-end and reconciliations
• Interest in systems, automation, and improving processes
  
  

What you’ll get in return

This role offers a clear pathway to develop your finance career, starting with a strong grounding in Purchase Ledger and expanding into broader Accounts Assistant responsibilities over time.

• £28,000 to £35,000 salary
• Hybrid working, 2 days per week in the North Somerset office
• Study support, ACCA or CIMA, after probation
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Additional wellbeing or volunteering days
• Private healthcare and enhanced benefits package
• Supportive, people-first culture focused on growth and development
  
  

We welcome applications from all candidates who feel they meet the criteria. We are committed to building an inclusive environment and will support any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the process.

If this sounds like you, apply now or contact louis@core3.co.uk or 0117 213 0300.

Visit www.core3.co.uk to view all current finance opportunities.

Accounts Assistant

London | Hybrid (2 days in office) | £35,000 – £40,000 + Study Support

Working with a client we know extremely well to hire an Accounts Assistant into a growing and well-supported finance team.

This role will initially focus on supporting the automation and improvement of the Accounts Payable function, helping move away from manual processes. Once embedded, you’ll quickly broaden into month-end, management accounts, and more commercial finance exposure, offering a clear progression path.

Why join this business

Our client is a high-quality, people-focused organisation with clear growth plans and a genuine track record of developing talent. The finance function is evolving, with a focus on improving processes, systems, and automation — giving you the chance to get involved and add value early.

There is a clear progression runway here for someone ambitious and keen to grow.

How you’ll make an impact

• Support and help drive automation across the Accounts Payable process

• Own day-to-day AP activities, ensuring accuracy and efficiency

• Maintain accurate ledgers, including supplier accounts and bank reconciliations

• Prepare weekly payment runs and manage ad hoc payments

• Handle supplier queries and complete statement reconciliations

• Support Accounts Receivable, including invoicing and credit control

• Assist with month-end close, including balance sheet reconciliations

• Contribute to cash flow visibility

• Work closely with the Finance Manager to improve processes and controls

Why you’re a great fit

Essential

• Experience in an Accounts Assistant role, with strong AP exposure

• Good understanding of double entry, P&L, and balance sheet basics

• Confident using Excel and finance systems

• Organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities

Desirable

• Exposure to Accounts Receivable or credit control

• Experience supporting month-end and reconciliations

• Interest in systems, automation, and improving processes

What you’ll get in return

This role offers a genuine platform to grow — starting in the detail, then progressing into broader finance.

• £35,000 – £40,000 salary

• Hybrid working – 2 days per week in London

• Study support (ACCA/CIMA)

• Clear progression into management accounts / commercial finance

• Supportive, high-quality team with strong mentorship

Assistant / Management Accountant

Professional Services | Reading (Hybrid – 2 days in office) | £35,000 – £45,000

Working with a growing professional services business to hire an Assistant / Management Accountant into a supportive and well-structured finance team.

This role reports directly into a highly regarded number one in finance, known for developing and mentoring individuals. It’s an ideal opportunity for someone part-qualified or early in their career looking to step up and broaden their exposure across month-end, reporting, and commercial finance.

Why join this business

• Work closely with a strong Finance Director who actively mentors and develops

• Broad exposure across transactional, reporting, and forecasting

• Stable, growing professional services environment

What you’ll be doing

Transactional & Controls

• Overseeing purchase and sales ledger reviews

• Managing invoicing, expenses, and debt collection

• Bank postings and reconciliations

• Supporting VAT returns and ensuring controls are followed

Month-end & Reporting

• Supporting preparation of monthly management accounts

• Posting journals (accruals, prepayments, depreciation)

• Balance sheet reconciliations

• Supporting cash flow forecasting and variance analysis

Budgets & Forecasting

• Assisting with budgeting and forecasting cycles

• Supporting stakeholders with cost tracking

• Maintaining reporting timetables

Year-end & Projects

• Supporting year-end processes and audit preparation

• Assisting with finance projects and system improvements

What we’re looking for

Essential

• 2–4+ years’ experience in a finance role

• Strong grounding in transactional finance and month-end

• Good Excel skills (PivotTables, Lookups)

• High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines

Desirable

• Part-qualified (AAT / ACCA / CIMA)

• Exposure to budgeting or commercial finance

• Experience with ERP systems

• Interest in systems, reporting, or Power BI

Details

• £35,000 – £45,000 salary (DOE)

• Hybrid working – 2 days per week in Reading

• Reporting into an experienced and supportive Finance Director

Head of Finance

Core3 is delighted to be partnering with a commercially focused, growing business with a collaborative and down to earth culture to recruit a Head of Finance to join its Bristol office.

Why join our client

They’ve built strong momentum and are now scaling, including expanding into new markets. As Head of Finance in the Bristol area, you’ll work closely with senior leadership to shape how finance supports performance and decision-making. This is a hands-on role with real influence and clear progression as the business grows.

How you’ll make an impact

• Lead the month-end close and deliver accurate, timely management accounts
• Strengthen financial control, compliance, and internal processes
• Own budgeting and forecasting to support planning and growth
• Partner with senior stakeholders to provide clear commercial insight
• Improve reporting to support better, faster decision-making
• Guide pricing and margin analysis to improve profitability
• Oversee cash flow forecasting, FX exposure, and banking relationships
• Support expansion into new markets with financial modelling and analysis
• Develop and embed FP&A processes across the business
• Build and lead a high-performing finance team over time
  
  

Why you’re a great fit

Essential

• You’ll be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
• Strong experience in financial control, management accounts, and business partnering
• Commercial mindset with the ability to turn data into insight
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing business
• Advanced Excel skills and strong attention to detail
  
  

Desirable

• Experience in a multi-entity or international environment
• Exposure to ERP systems (NetSuite or similar)
• Background in an SME or scaling business
  
  

What you’ll get in return

As Head of Finance, you’ll join a business where your impact is visible and valued. You’ll have the autonomy to shape the role and the opportunity to grow into a broader leadership position.

• Salary: £75,000–£85,000
• Bonus
• Hybrid working, 2–3 days
  
  

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who believe they meet the role requirements. We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and we’ll provide any reasonable adjustments you may need throughout the recruitment process.

If this advert sounds like you, please apply now or contact louis@core3.co.uk / 0117 213 0300.

Visit www.core3.co.uk to view all our finance opportunities.

Finance Manager | Scaling FinTech | London (Hybrid) | £70,000 to £80,000

Working exclusively with a high-growth fintech business hiring a Commercial Finance Manager to partner closely with senior leadership as the company continues to scale.

This is a broad, hands-on role offering a blend of FP&A, commercial finance, and management accounting. You’ll have real exposure across the business, working with stakeholders to drive performance while also supporting core finance processes as the function evolves.

There is a genuine opportunity to grow into a number one role over time, making this ideal for an ambitious second mover from audit looking to step into a high-impact position.

The business is data-driven and product-led, with a strong focus on building scalable processes, improving reporting, and using technology to support better decision-making.

What you’ll be doing

• Leading budgeting, forecasting, and reforecasting processes

• Building financial models to support strategic decision-making

• Producing monthly management accounts, board packs, and KPI reporting

• Partnering with stakeholders to drive commercial insight and performance

• Supporting month-end close and core finance processes where needed

• Overseeing revenue recognition, billing, and financial data accuracy

• Improving reporting, systems, and finance processes as the business scales

• Working closely with leadership on analysis, planning, and growth initiatives

What we’re looking for

• ACA qualified audit trained

• Likely a second mover from Audti with exposure to FP&A and management accounting

• Strong financial modelling and commercial analysis capability

• Confident communicator, able to work with non-finance stakeholders

• Hands-on approach with willingness to get into the detail

Details

• £70,000 to £80,000 salary

• Hybrid working London

• Reporting into a high-calibre Finance Director

• Clear progression into a future number one role