Citadel Source is partnering with a successful construction company based in the South Bristol area to recruit an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their small finance team.

The role

Reporting directly to the Company Accountant, your primary responsibility will be to ensure the smooth running of the general ledger and provide support for any administrative tasks within the finance department.

About you

To succeed in this role, you will need prior experience in a similar position, a strong understanding of accounts payable, and sound knowledge of accounting principles. You will be detail-oriented, and organised and have strong communication skills.

As an Accounts Assistant, your role will include but not limited to:

• Posting supplier invoices
• Reconciling supplier statements
• Managing weekly and monthly payment runs
• Handling internal and external enquiries
• Conducting bank reconciliations
• Processing expense claims

What the client has to offer

• A salary level of £26,000 to £28,000
• Fully office-based
• Parking

If you are interested in discussing this role, please reach out to Anna Wozniak at Citadel Source

Citadel Source is recruiting for a full-time accounts payable clerk for a multi-site leisure client based in North Bristol.  This newly created role is to support the business during an exciting period of rapid growth. The role is based in Bristol four times a week, reporting directly to the Accounts Payable Manager, and working closely with an established team.

About you

You will be an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager. You’ll be required to complete end-to-end accounts payable. The role demands a good communicator who is structured, numerate, determined, and can take initiative.

The role

• Process supplier invoices and employee expenses
• Match invoices to purchase orders
• supplier statements reconciliations
• Posting supplier payments
• Assist with supplier payment runs
• Assist with month-end closing activities and reporting

Requirements

• Previous experience in a similar role
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Xero experience (desired)

What the client has to offer

• A salary level of £25,000 to £27,000
• Flexible hours and hybrid working after probation
• Parking

For more information on this exciting opportunity please apply or reach out to Anna on anna@citadelsource.com

Job description: Tax Manager

Job details

Job title: Tax Manager

Hours: 40

Contract type: Full-time, permanent

Reporting to: Finance Director

Main purpose

We are a rapidly growing business with a forecast turnover in excess of £25 million for FY25, operating across multiple sites. We are seeking an experienced Tax Manager to manage all tax compliance and planning activities in-house, working closely with the finance team and external advisors. This is a new position, created to streamline our tax processes and reduce reliance on external tax consultants. The Tax Manager will be responsible for all tax-related matters within the business, including compliance, strategic tax planning, and liaising with auditors whilst also taking an active role in the implementation of all systems, processes and controls necessary to build a finance function which is fit for purpose as the company continues to grow. This role will suit an individual with strong technical knowledge and practical experience in managing corporate taxes, VAT, payroll taxes, and other compliance obligations. You will have the opportunity to shape and develop the in-house tax function, working directly with the Finance Director and providing critical input on tax strategy. The role is hybrid with 1 to 2 days per week at our Chilton Cantelo Head Office (near Yeovil), with the remaining days remote, with flex either way depending on the specific requirements each week.

Key Responsibilities

· Corporate Tax Compliance:

· Manage the corporation tax compliance process, including the preparation and filing of corporate tax returns.

· Ensure timely and accurate completion of tax computations and filings.

· Oversee the calculation of tax provisions and liaise with external auditors on tax-related matters.

· Liaise with relevant stakeholders regarding Group tax relief matters

· VAT Management:

· Handle the quarterly VAT return process, ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements.

· Manage the VAT Capital Goods Scheme, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting of VAT on capital assets.

· Ensure the continued development and improvement of VAT reporting systems and processes.

· Capital Allowances:

· Conduct capital allowances reviews for new site purchases and redevelopment projects.

· Work closely with the finance and operations teams to identify and maximize capital allowances claims.

· Payroll Tax Support:

· Provide support and oversight on payroll tax matters, including PAYE, NICs, and employee benefits tax compliance (P11Ds).

· Manage the Employee Related Securities (ERS) annual process and filings.

· Advise on Group wellbeing and benefits strategy to ensure all tax implications are understood and considered within the decision making process

· General Tax Compliance:

· Ensure compliance with all other tax obligations, including PAYE, VAT, and any ad hoc filings.

· Keep up-to-date with changes in tax legislation and ensure the business is compliant with new regulations.

· Tax Audits and Investigations:

· Manage any HMRC tax audits or investigations, acting as the primary contact with tax authorities.

· Coordinate responses to tax inquiries and oversee any necessary compliance reviews.

· Thin Capitalization and Transfer Pricing:

· Oversee the business's thin capitalization reporting and liaise with external consultants where necessary to ensure compliance with relevant tax rules.

· Corporate Interest Restriction:

· Oversee the business's CIR reporting and liaise with external consultants where necessary to ensure compliance with relevant tax rules.

· Strategic Tax Planning:

· Provide input on tax planning initiatives to optimize the group’s tax position.

· Identify and implement tax efficiencies across the business, working closely with senior management.

· Provide advice on the tax implications of new business initiatives, acquisitions, or disposals.

· Liaising with External Advisors and Auditors:

· Manage relationships with external tax consultants, engaging them on more complex or specialized issues.

· Act as the main point of contact for tax matters during the annual audit process, working with external auditors to ensure smooth completion of tax-related audit procedures.

· Other general responsibilities:

· Assist with development of Netsuite ERP to ensure full exploitation of the system

· Assist with development of all processes, systems, controls, best practice

· Work with the wider finance team to ensure the entire finance strategy is delivered

· Monthly reporting and monitoring of key tax processes and development of relevant KPIs

· Implement and monitor controls and processes within the business to ensure services are run on a sound commercial footing

· Drive a collaborative approach to support company initiatives and best practices, optimising for Spaghetti bridge rather than the individual function

· Participate as an active member of the Finance team, including contributing to special projects as experience and workload permit

· Travel to sites where required

· Addressing day to day queries from various stakeholders

· Support FD with any other areas not specified above as required

Desirable SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES

· Essential:

· CTA/ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent)

· 5+ years of relevant tax experience, ideally gained within a corporate or large business environment.

· Strong understanding of UK corporate tax, VAT, and payroll tax compliance.

· Experience with capital allowances and VAT under the Capital Goods Scheme.

· Proven ability to manage tax compliance processes and filings in a medium to large business.

· Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with senior stakeholders and external advisors.

· Proven ability to build relationships with various stakeholders

· Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and implement tax efficiencies.

· Solid knowledge of current tax regulations and the ability to keep up-to-date with changes in tax law.

· Excellent attention to detail

· A confident self-starter with the ability to operate within a fast-moving environment

· Ability to work under pressure with loyalty and commitment to the business

· Desirable

· Experience with thin capitalization reporting and transfer pricing.

· Familiarity with tax audits and investigations, including managing communication with HMRC.

· Experience in strategic tax planning for a business with multi-site operations.

· Previous experience managing tax matters in a business undergoing rapid growth or significant capital investment.

· Previous experience in a similar role within education/care or multi-site environment

· Proven experience of developing and improving processes

· Experience with Netsuite accounting system

· Advanced excel skills

· Demonstrably willing to think outside the box in all situations

· Experience of PE environment

Notes:

This job description may be amended at any time in consultation with the postholder.

Last review date: October 2024

Next review date: October 2025

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Citadel Source is delighted to be working on an exclusive basis with Frostkrone UK to appoint their new UK CFO. Reporting to the FK UK Managing Director, the UK CFO will be responsible for ensuring and developing revenue streams and driving business strategy.

A bit about Frostkrone UK….

Following the acquisition of Abergavenny Fine Foods in 2021, Frostkrone has continued its growth and development of the UK marketplace partnering with industry leaders within the retail sector. Performance within the UK business has been consistently positive, showing over 20% YOY growth. The business retains the entrepreneurial spirit which has underpinned the success of the business, whilst leveraging the backing from their German parent company within the UK marketplace.

About you

This role will be working alongside the UK MD to drive the commercial performance of the business. You will have a passion for the manufacturing sector and be motivated by ‘value add’ activity. Whether you are an aspiring CFO who is currently operating as a Finance Director or someone who has proven themselves in a divisional CFO role previously.

As a UK CFO, your responsibilities will include but is not limited to:

• Lead and direct the UK financial, budgeting, business planning & controlling functions
• Manage the financial formalities and processes within the UK Group Headquarters
• Provide strategic financial oversight to the UK Leadership Team to help drive business performance and informed decision-making
• Drive commercial performance through world-class business partnering including supporting on-margin maintenance, customer profitability and inflation recovery.
• Responsible for administering the financial strategy. Plans organises and directs all finance activities and policies, including the management of accounting, planning, internal audit, cost control and analysis.
• Integrate the teams in AFF and Innovate to become ‘one team’.
• Oversee long-term budgetary planning and cost management in alignment with the FK Group
• Oversee the preparation and approval of UK legal entities, and financial statements to ensure all statutory reporting requirements are met.
• Adhere to group and local business requirements, enforcing compliance and ensuring accurate, timely and clear business and financial reporting
• Establish a strong relationship with the financial auditors and statutory bodies
• Co-operate with the Group CFO and manage UK cash flow.
• Manage and coordinate all local Finance & Controlling personnel and work streams. This will include the integration of the two teams into one team for improved efficiencies.
• Implementation of SAP Business One into one of the UK sites using the principles of usage consistent with the rest of FK and specifically Innovate.
• Establish succession planning, people development and staffing in cooperation with HR
• Line management of 2 direct reports & 10 indirect reports. Direct reports include Head of Finance (Innovate & AFF), Information Technology - on-site support

What the client has to offer

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Holidays: 33 days per calendar year
• Car Allowance/Car: £800 per calendar month
• Private Medical Ins: Family
• Pension:  Aegon – matched at 6%
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If you're interested in discussing this role, please contact Dan Morris or Olly Price at Citadel Source.

Citadel Source is delighted to be partnering with a leading player in the energy sector to support the recruitment of their new Group Reporting Accountant.

The role

The Group Reporting Accountant will be crucial in enhancing financial reporting processes and managing key relationships with external stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to contribute to the growth and development of the finance function within a rapidly expanding organization.

About you

You will be a qualified accountant with meticulous attention to detail, a proactive approach to financial reporting, and the ability to influence and improve processes within the finance function. You will be seeking a role that offers career progression as the business targets significant growth in the coming years.

As the Group Reporting Accountant, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to

• Manage monthly consolidations using central software (Magnitude).
• Prepare and submit budgets and financial reports to the group and relevant stakeholders, including EDF.
• Assist in preparing evidence and deliverables for financial audits, liaising effectively with auditors.
• Prepare UK VAT and CIS returns.
• Manage cash flow and forecasts at the corporate level.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and stay updated with changes in standards.
• Report on project performance and provide actionable recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborate with the Financial Controller on new projects to enhance efficiencies within the finance department.
• Work with the French operations team to improve reporting processes.
• Deliver in-month reports to the Head of Finance and Financial Controller.
• Draft and improve processes for the UK financial controlling department.

What the Client Offers

• £45,000 - £55,000 salary range.
• Pension scheme with 1% employee and 8% employer contributions.
• 25 days of annual leave.
• Hybrid working arrangement (1 day in the office, 4 days remote).
• Private healthcare (BUPA).

If you are interested in discussing this role, please reach out to Grant Chalmers-Stevens at Citadel Source.

Citadel Source are delighted to work with a well-established business in the North Bristol area seeking a detail-oriented and strategically minded Finance Manager to join their team.

About You

You will be a part- or fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA) with advanced Excel skills and strong financial modelling abilities. You should have experience in management accounting, financial control, CAPEX, and/or FP&A, ideally within a complex, multi-departmental environment. Strong analytical skills and a meticulous approach to financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting are essential.

The Role

This role involves close collaboration with the FP&A Manager, primarily focusing on cost accounting, performance tracking, and both short- and long-term P&L forecasting. You will produce consolidated outputs for P&Ls and KPIs, reconcile key accounts, and ensure compliance with cost and CAPEX accounting policies, as well as financial performance analysis.

As Finance Manager your role will include but not limited to:

• Track and analyse costs, identifying trends and insights to support performance management and cost efficiency.
• Provide accurate short- and long-term P&L forecasts, identifying potential variances and proposing corrective actions.
• Prepare and consolidate financial outputs, including P&Ls and KPIs, to inform strategic decision-making and business insights.
• Perform and manage balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and integrity in financial reporting.
• Monitor and report on CAPEX investments, ensuring adherence to budget and accounting policies.
• Apply a deep understanding of cost and CAPEX accounting policies to ensure compliance and consistency across financial reporting.

What the Client has to offer

• A salary level of £45,000 to £55,000
• Hybrid working policy (2 days per week for the right candidate).
• Parking

For more information on this exciting opportunity please apply or reach out to Anna Wozniak on Anna@citadelsource.com