Job title: Head of Finance
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Retail
Salary type: Annual
Salary: negotiable
Location: Bristol
Job published: 23/04/2026
Job ID: 51379
Contact name: Louis Cordice
Phone number: +441172130300
Contact email: louis@core3.co.uk

Job Description

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.

 

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