Finance Assistant in Bristol

As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a highly organised Finance Assistant to support our fantastic Finance Team and wider team - helping to keep the function running smoothly and our operations moving at pace. This is an exciting and rare opportunity to join a fast-growing B Corp brand that’s scaling quickly, staying true to its values, and still having lots of fun along the way!

This is a hands‑on role at the heart of our business, where you’ll support the day‑to‑day running of our finance function. You’ll be involved in everything from processing invoices and payment runs to bank reconciliations, cashflow updates, and monthly reporting - ensuring our numbers stay accurate and up to date. Working closely with the Finance Manager, Finance Director and wider team, you’ll help ensure we stay on top of our financial processes as the business continues to grow.

Preparation of monthly management accounts

• Reconciliation of Retail, Restaurant and Event Income
• Supporting quarterly forecasting and cashflow planning
• Responsible for all aspects of accounts payable, managing supplier relationships, invoice approval/processing etc.
• Processing of employee expenses
• Credit card and bank reconciliations
• Process monthly payroll
• Assisting with the administration of the group
• Oversee financial processes
• Providing general finance admin and office support, including Health & Safety

Previous experience in a finance, bookkeeping or an accounts role (1‑2 years)

Experience using Sage (or similar accounting software) would be a bonus

Strong attention to detail and great organisational skills

Confident with spreadsheets, reconciliations and financial data

Excellent communication skills and a proactive, can‑do attitude

Life at The Jolly Hog:

• We’re a small, ambitious team who care about doing things properly.
• We’re not corporate - no politics, just passionate people.
• The role will be based out of our Central Bristol office Mon‑Thurs, with Friday being optional WFH.
• We work hard, have a lot of laughs, and never stand still.
• We are not about being second best. We want someone with that same passion for and commitment to excellence.
• And yes, there are lots of sausages!

Why Join The Jolly Hog?

• We were named one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work in 2024, and we’re very proud of the culture we’ve built — one where people are supported, challenged, and genuinely enjoy coming to work.
• Competitive salary based on your experience
• Private medical insurance, life insurance, and an enhanced pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
• A dedicated training budget to invest in your professional development
• Free product to enjoy at home and discounted food at our restaurant and kiosks (plus free food on shift!)
• Quarterly team days, regular socials, and away days
• A collaborative team culture where we all muck in and celebrate our wins together

If you’re organised, detail‑focused and love the idea of joining a fast‑growing food business that does things the right way, we’d love to hear from you. Please send us your CV and a short cover note telling us why you’re excited about The Jolly Hog and this role. We have some very exciting plans over the next few years, so you’ll need to be someone determined to succeed. There’s never been a more exciting time to join The Jolly Hog, and we’re thrilled to have this role as a new addition to our HQ Team!

As an equal opportunities employer, The Jolly Hog Group is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join The Jolly Hog Group.