Job Description

Finance Manager

Core3 is delighted to be working with a professional services business in Bristol to recruit a Finance Manager – (Controls & Reporting) to join their team.

Why join our client

As Finance Manager – (Controls & Reporting), you’ll play a key role in strengthening financial control and reporting, with real scope to influence how the function operates. It’s a practical role where you can make a visible impact.

How you’ll make an impact

• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing finance team
• Own the month-end close, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery
• Review management accounts and maintain general ledger integrity
• Build and embed a robust financial control framework
• Deliver statutory reporting and support external requirements
• Manage audits and act as a key contact for auditors
• Partner with finance teams to improve processes and reporting
• Support budgeting and forecasting with reliable financial data
• Drive continuous improvement across financial control and reporting
  
  

Why you’re a great fit

Essential

• You’ll be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
• Strong experience in financial control, month-end and management accounts
• Proven experience leading and developing a team
• Track record of improving processes and implementing controls
• Confident communicator with the ability to work across teams
• Able to prioritise and deliver to deadlines
  
  

Desirable

• Experience with statutory reporting and audit management
• Interest in systems, automation and process improvement (e.g. Power Apps)
  
  

What you’ll get in return

As Finance Manager – (Controls & Reporting), you’ll step into a role with real ownership and the chance to shape how finance operates. You’ll be part of a team that values trust, accountability and steady improvement.

• £60,000–£70,000 salary
• Hybrid working (1–2 days in the Bristol office)
• Bonus scheme
• Pension and healthcare
• Generous annual leave
• Learning and development support
• Opportunities to improve systems and processes
  
  

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.

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.