Finance Manager/Controller

Location: Bristol (Hybrid - 2 days per week in-office)Travel: Monthly travel to London or Midlands (expenses paid)Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum

This is a hands-on finance position ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, tech-savvy environment. You will be responsible for the day-to-day financial operations of the company and act as a key contact for all financial and commercial matters. The role also includes financial oversight for the parent company, a specialist in real-time systems.

• Maintain accurate financial records using Xero
• Perform daily bank reconciliations
• Manage accounts payable and receivable
• Organize and maintain finance documentation
• Raise and follow up on invoices (credit control)
• Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns
• Oversee payroll processes in collaboration with external providers
• Manage pension contributions and monthly uploads
• Execute daily, weekly, and monthly payment runs
• Process staff expense claims
• Support the team with financial reporting and commercial queries
• Assist with accounting journals and month-end processes

• Proven experience in a similar finance role
• Relevant professional or educational qualifications
• Proficiency in Xero and Google Sheets / Microsoft Excel
• Excellent attention to detail and high accuracy
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Comfortable using Google Workspace and Microsoft Office 365
• Digitally confident with a curious, AI-first mindset
• Eagerness to learn and improve administrative systems