Finance Controller

Financial Controller

Location: Bristol

Salary: £60,000 – £75,000

A rapidly growing business with £25m annual turnover, founded just two years ago and scaling quickly. As the company continues to expand, they are now bringing their finance function in-house for the first time.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-growth business at an early stage and build the finance function from the ground up.

We are looking for a hands‑on Finance Manager / Financial Controller to establish and run the finance function. This will initially be a stand‑alone role, so the successful candidate must be comfortable operating both strategically and in the detail.

You will work closely with the leadership team to provide financial visibility, control and insight as the business continues its rapid growth.

• Own and manage the end-to-end finance function
• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reporting
• Manage cash flow forecasting and financial planning
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable
• Maintain accurate financial records and reconciliations
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes
• Ensure compliance with statutory and tax requirements
• Work with external accountants, auditors and advisors
• Develop financial controls, systems and processes
• Provide commercial insight to support business decisions

Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or equivalent experience

Experience working in a hands‑on finance role

Comfortable operating in a stand‑alone position

Highly detail‑oriented with strong financial control

Experience producing management accounts and forecasts

Strong systems and process mindset

Able to operate in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment

Excellent communication skills and ability to work with senior stakeholders

• Salary of £60,000 – £75,000
• Opportunity to build and shape the finance function
• Work directly with the leadership team
• Join a high‑growth business at an exciting stage