Finance Manager in Bristol

Role: Finance Manager Location: Bristol Salary: £38-48k We're seeking an experienced and proactive Finance Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation of our finance department at our head office in Bristol. This is a hands-on role that combines transactional finance management with management reporting, cashflow forecasting, payroll oversight, compliance, and business support alongside Team management. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining robust financial controls while working closely with senior management to support business growth and profitability. The role would suit someone with strong accounting experience who enjoys managing the full finance function within a fast paced business environment. Key Responsibilities as Finance Manager: Financial Operations; * Manage the day-to-day running of the finance department. * Oversee Sales Ledger, Purchase Ledger and bank reconciliation processes. * Manage customer invoicing and month-end sales ledger procedures. * Ensure supplier invoices are accurately processed and paid on time. * Monitor customer payments and undertake credit control and debt collection activities. * Manage debt recovery procedures, including court claims where necessary. * Process journals, fixed assets, repeating entries and internal debit/credit transactions. * Manage company banking activities, including online banking and payment processing. * Control company credit card expenditure and employee expense claims. * Manage contra charging and retention accounting processes. * Maintain accurate accounting records and ensure all financial transactions are correctly recorded. Management Accounts & Reporting; * Prepare monthly management accounts and profit and loss reports. * Produce financial and operational KPI reports for management. * Analyse financial performance against budgets and forecasts. * Prepare annual budgets and assist with forecasting activities. * Develop and maintain financial dashboards and reporting schedules. * Provide financial information and analysis for management meetings. * Support pricing reviews, profitability analysis and business planning activities. * Produce ad hoc financial reports as required. Cashflow & Working Capital Management; * Prepare weekly and monthly cashflow forecasts. * Monitor cash balances and funding requirements. * Manage working capital performance. * Monitor debtor and creditor days. * Identify and communicate potential cashflow risks and opportunities. Payroll, Tax & Compliance; * Oversee monthly payroll processing, including new starters and leavers. * Ensure compliance with payroll legislation and government regulations. * Manage pension submissions and related reporting. * Prepare and submit VAT returns. * Prepare and submit CIS returns. * Support year end accounting processes and liaise with external accountants. * Manage bad debt documentation for administration and liquidation cases. * Assist with business rates administration across company properties. Systems, Controls & Process Improvement; * Maintain and develop financial systems, including Xero. * Improve finance processes, controls and efficiencies. * Support system upgrades and implementation projects. * Develop reporting and automation improvements using Excel and finance software. * Ensure compliance with internal financial procedures and controls. Skills & Experience as Finance Manager: Essential; * AAT qualified, part-qualified ACCA/CIMA/ACA, or qualified through relevant experience. * Previous experience managing or leading a finance function. * Strong understanding of management accounts preparation. * Experience with sales ledger, purchase ledger and credit control. * Experience preparing cashflow forecasts and financial reports. * Good understanding of VAT, CIS and payroll processes. * Strong balance sheet reconciliation experience. * Excellent Microsoft Excel skills. * Experience using Xero accounting software. * Strong understanding of financial controls and compliance requirements. * Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities. Desirable; * Budgeting and forecasting experience. * Experience within construction, surveying, professional services or project based industries. * Experience implementing process improvements and finance system enhancements. If you feel the above Finance Manager specification matches your professional background, click apply