Robert Half Finance & Accounting are currently supporting a longstanding client who need an experienced Finance Manager to join them for a period of 12 months on a fixed term contract basis. This opportunity is based in central Bristol with hybrid working + Flexible working hours.

Role: Finance Manager

Duration: 12 months

Start date: ASAP/Can wait for notice

Location: Central Bristol

Money: £45,000 - £60,000 (DOE)

Working hours & Hybrid: 37.5 hours weekly with flexible working hours and hybrid of 2-3 days per week in the office

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the finance function, with a primary focus on accounts payable.
• Line manage and support a small team, taking a hands-on approach and providing guidance and assistance where needed.
• Oversee accounts payable processes across the business, ensuring accurate and timely invoice processing, supplier payments and account reconciliations.
• Manage the accounts payable month-end close and prepare weekly creditor analysis reports.
• Monitor team performance, KPIs and service levels, ensuring compliance with financial controls, policies and procedures.
• Support petty cash analysis and the management of expenses.
• Liaise with wider business teams to support financial operations and reporting.
• Build strong working relationships with Directors, Senior Executives and other key stakeholders.
• Support finance activities across multiple entities and international operations, working with relevant business partners as required.
• Provide practical support across transactional activities when required, ensuring the team operates effectively and efficiently.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience managing a finance, transactional finance or accounts payable team.
• Proven line management experience, with a supportive and collaborative leadership style.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, financial controls and month-end procedures.
• A hands-on approach, with a willingness to get involved in day-to-day activities and support the team when needed.
• Ability to think on your feet, use initiative and respond effectively to changing priorities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including confidence dealing with Directors and Senior Executives.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple entities or business areas.
• Strong Excel skills, including PivotTables, VLOOKUPs and XLOOKUPs.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, process improvement and team development.

Desirable Experience & Qualifications

• Experience within the construction, property or professional services sector
• Experience supporting international finance operations
• Experience using Workday or similar ERP systems
• AAT qualified or part-qualified ACCA/CIMA

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