Ready to take ownership of a finance function within a rapidly growing, multi‑business investment group? Robert Half is delighted to present a standout opportunity to join a dynamic organisation that's scaling fast - with a diverse portfolio spanning multiple sectors and a thriving distribution business at its core. As the Finance Manager, you'll play a critical role in strengthening financial controls, delivering high‑quality reporting, and driving commercial insight across the organisation.
This is the perfect role for someone who wants genuine autonomy, variety, and the chance to make a visible impact.
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The Role
As Finance Manager, you'll be the go‑to expert for all things finance - ensuring smooth day‑to‑day operations while supporting senior leadership with accurate, meaningful financial information. You'll oversee everything from management accounts to cashflow forecasting, budgeting, and board reporting, plus contribute to group‑wide projects through modelling, analysis, and supporting new acquisitions.
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Key Responsibilities
Finance Operations & Reporting
* Oversee daily financial processes including bank reconciliations, invoice processing and payroll coordination.
* Produce monthly management accounts with variance analysis.
* Prepare quarterly board packs and financial commentary for senior leadership.
* Manage year‑end accounts and relationships with external advisors.
* Ensure all VAT, PAYE and import duties are submitted and recorded accurately.
Planning, Insight & Control
* Lead annual budgeting and rolling forecasting cycles.
* Deliver KPI reporting and provide commercial insight to management.
* Drive cashflow forecasting and credit control activities.
* Strengthen financial controls across the business.
Group Finance & Projects
* Support group‑level budgeting and cashflow planning for multiple portfolio businesses.
* Build 3‑year financial models for potential acquisition targets.
* Assist with producing statutory accounts using Xero.
* Identify operational and profit‑improvement opportunities.
* Raise ad‑hoc invoices and POs as needed.
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About You
* Part‑qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with 5+ years' UK finance experience.
* Strong Excel skills with solid budgeting and forecasting knowledge.
* Commercial, analytical and confident managing external accountants.
* Comfortable working independently and taking ownership.
* Thrives in fast‑paced, growing environments with evolving processes.
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What's on Offer
* Salary range £35k-£40k
* Employer pension contributions.
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
* Hybrid working with flexibility (2-3 days in the Bristol office/warehouse).
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