Finance Manager
Location: Bristol
Salary: 70k plus 10% bonus
Employment Type: Full-time
Working Pattern: Hybrid
Are you ready to make a real difference in the financial management of a dynamic business unit? Our client is seeking a results-driven, collaborative Finance Manager to play a pivotal role in delivering financial insights, accurate forecasts, and fostering a high-performing culture.
About the Role
Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, you'll oversee the monthly accounts and reporting requirements across a number of contracts producing in-depth analysis of results and critical review of variances against budgets and forecasts for both project expenses and overheads. You'll act as a trusted advisor to the Heads of Business and Senior Finance teams, ensuring their goals align with the client's financial objectives.
Responsibilities
- Deliver accurate and timely monthly accounts and forecasts.
- Provide high-level financial analysis and insights to support business decisions.
- Guide and manage a local Finance team, promoting employee engagement and wellbeing.
- Act as a financial advisor in the operational leadership team, delivering constructive recommendations and challenges.
- Maintain exceptional quality control standards for all reporting activities, ensuring data accuracy and clarity.
- Build collaborative relationships across functions to drive business success.
Qualifications / Experience
- Qualified accountant
- Experience of working within a complex organisation ideally within heavy industry e.g. defence, engineering, construction or manufacturing
- Knowledge of long term contracts / revenue recognition (IFRS 15) would be desirable
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management and analytical skills
This is a great opportunity to join a market leading organisation that offers extensive progression opportunities. Please note that the successful applicant will be required to obtain security clearance and therefore must hold a British passport.
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