Finance Manager in Bristol
About the role
Finance Manager - Full Time or Part Time 30hours AMBITIOUS by name and by nature.
Were an independent strategic communications, PR & content agency proud to be a Sunday Times Best Place to Work, a PR Week Top 150 agency & a recently accredited B Corp and were looking for a Finance Manager to join us on our next phase of growth and the next stage in your career.
We're open to this role being full time or part time (min 30hours a week).
This is not a back-office role.
Youll be embedded in the 22-strong agency team, working with our MD, board and client teams to drive performance, shape decisions and keep our growth on track.
What youll be doing
- Owning day-to-day finance (AP/AR, month-end, reporting)
- Leading management accounts, forecasting & cash flow
- Partnering with teams on commercial planning using our agency management systems
- Managing the Agency Operations Executive
- Bringing insight, structure and continuous improvement to how we run
- Full PDF Job Description attached to this post
Why AMBITIOUS? People matter most. Youll be part of a supportive, collaborative team where you can genuinely shape the role and make an impact.
Submit your CV & a covering letter demonstrating your expertise & why youre interested in the role FAO Laura Lear, Managing Director.
Please reference your email subject Finance Manager
About you & your experience
- Agency or service business experience in similar role ideal
- Skilled finance professional who enjoys working closely cross agency teams & departments
- Strong technical accounting knowledge, particularly in agency. Experience of working with agency managing platforms like Synergist is preferred
- Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent
- Proven ability & track record to manage & improve financial systems & processes
- Experienced with accounting software platforms like Xero
- Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving skills
- Experience in using AI to support financial reporting a bonus
- Were really keen to hear from applicants who see this role as a career move, also:
- Someone who sees finance as a driver of success not just reporting
- Keen to work in a fast-paced environment
- Professional, decisive & diligent
- Confident communicator with the ability to work closely with colleagues, clients & suppliers
- Able to embrace change
Benefits: What we offer
- Competitive salary of salary up to £40,000
- Generous holiday allowance plus additional gifted Christmas holiday
- Extensive benefits package including fully funded private Bupa healthcare, income protection & life cover
- 21 paid personal hours for life admin
- Enhanced policies
- Ongoing training to support your personal development & grow your skills set
- Weekly team lunch & breakfast
Your tasks
Manage day-to-day finance and drive performance in a dynamic agency environment.
Your profile
Qualified Accountant with agency experience and strong financial management skills.
What's also included
Enjoy a competitive salary, generous holiday, and extensive benefits including private healthcare.
Tech stack & ways of working
Finance Manager in Bristol employer: AMBITIOUS
At AMBITIOUS, we pride ourselves on being a supportive and collaborative team where people truly matter. As a Sunday Times Best Place to Work and a B Corp accredited agency, we offer a dynamic environment that fosters professional growth and innovation, allowing you to make a real impact in your role as Finance Manager. With competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and extensive benefits including fully funded private healthcare, we are committed to nurturing your career while ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
Your perspectives
Shape your career while making a real impact in a fast-paced, collaborative team.
Locations
- Bristol
