Citadel Source are delighted to be supporting a fast-growing retail business in recruiting a Finance Business Partner. This is a key role within a high-performing finance team, helping to scale and professionalise the finance function.

The role

Our client provides end-to-end event solutions across food & beverage, retail, technology, and logistics. This role will focus on the food & beverages arm of the business, driving excellence and efficiency in one of the key strategic pillars of the business.

As a Finance Business Partner, your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Work closely with commercial, operational, and senior leadership teams to provide clear, actionable financial insight
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes
• Deliver monthly management reporting and variance analysis
• Identify opportunities for growth, cost savings, and improved efficiency
• Challenge assumptions and support data-driven decision-making
• Be a key contributor to cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the business
• Create better MI in the logistics arm of the business to report to senior finance
• Develop a KPI pack to manage and drive the expansion of the division
• 2 direct reports

What the client is looking for

• Fully Qualified Accountant
• Experience of managing relationships and being able to impact and influence senior non-financial management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to express financial information to non-financial colleagues
• Experience of performing detailed financial performance analysis, with high standards, accuracy, and presentation
• Excellent planning and time management skills with the ability to meet exacting deadlines
• Mixture of analytical, commercial and persuasion skills
• Sage experience desirable 
• Line management experience

What the client has to offer

• 28 days holiday allowance + bank holidays
• Bonus Scheme
• Regular team lunches & team socials

Sound like a good fit?

For more information on this exciting opportunity, please apply or reach out to Jesse Howes - jesse@citadelsource.com at Citadel Source. 

Citadel Source is delighted to be partnering with a well-established company based in the South Bristol area to recruit an Accounts Assistant on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will be joining a small, friendly finance team.

This is an urgent requirement, so applicants must be available to start immediately or on a short notice period. Although this position is initially offered as a fixed-term contract, there may be the opportunity for the role to become permanent for the right candidate.

The role

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

About you

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all incoming funds through the main business bank account. Accuracy is essential; therefore, you must be detail-oriented, organised and have strong communication skills.

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

• Bank reconciliation spreadsheets
• Managing payment allocations
• Raising invoices and credit notes
• Handling internal and external enquiries

What the client has to offer

• A salary level up to £28,000
• Fully office-based during training, afterwards, remote working will be offered
• Parking
• AAT study support

If you are interested in this position, please reach out to Anna Wozniak at Citadel Source (anna@citadelsource.com) 

Citadel Source is delighted to be working exclusively with a sizeable retail business in Somerset in the recruitment of an Indirect Tax Manager.

The role

As the Indirect Tax Manager, you will be responsible for managing all international VAT oversight, supporting expansion into new markets and line management of 2 VAT specialists. 

About you

This role will suit an CTA/ACA qualified Tax Manager, either from an industry or practice background, who has extensive experience within indirect tax and an awareness of the nuances of a retail business. You will have significant knowledge of tax regulations and be able to adapt to a fast-paced environment.

As the Indirect Tax Manager, your role will include, but not be limited to: 

• International VAT oversight, including the UK, Europe & some exposure to Asia & the US 
• Advising on jurisdictional matters 
• Input into European distribution structures
• Supporting expansion into new markets 
• Managing new OSS registration in relevant jurisdictions
• Maintaining compliance across multiple territories
• Supporting rapid international growth and new sales channels 
• Handling both BAU compliance and ad-hoc project work

What the client is looking for:

• Strong International VAT experience 
• Cross-border goods experience 
• Experience in either retail, manufacturing, distribution of FMCG 
• ACA/CTA qualified 
• Indirect tax experience 
• Comfortable in a fast paced environment 

What the client has to offer 

• A salary of circa £60,000
• Discretionary bonus opportunity
• Primarily remote working, once every few weeks in Somerset
• Competitive pension scheme
• Brand discounts

Sound like a good fit?

For more information on this exciting opportunity, please apply or reach out to Jesse Howes - jesse@citadelsource.com at Citadel Source. 

Citadel Source is delighted to partner with a Cardiff-based organisation to support the recruitment of their new Commercial Finance Analyst.

About the client

Our client is a well-established, forward-thinking organisation headquartered in Cardiff, operating a multi-channel, customer-focused business model across the UK. The business has a great culture and values its people, whilst being commercially driven, fast-paced and committed to continuous improvement. This is a truly dynamic environment in which to build and develop your finance career.

The role

Forming part of the FP&A team, the Commercial Finance Analyst will play a key role in analysing and reporting on business performance across multiple revenue streams. This is a highly visible position within the finance function, supporting operational stakeholders and contributing to informed commercial decision-making across the organisation. Reporting to the Head of FP&A, this position will support the delivery of valuable MI across the wider business, regularly partnering across operations/marketing on a month-to-month basis.

About you

You are naturally curious, with a genuine desire to understand the story behind the numbers. You will likely be studying towards or planning to begin a professional qualification such as CIMA or ACCA and are keen to apply your learning within a practical, fast-paced environment. You are confident working with large volumes of data and enjoy transforming complex information into clear, meaningful information that supports decision-making. Comfortable building relationships across the business, you communicate with clarity and credibility, adapting your approach to both financial and non-financial stakeholders. Above all, you are proactive, detail-oriented and motivated to make a tangible impact.

As the Commercial Finance Analyst, your role will include but not be limited to:

• Reporting on daily revenue and margin performance
• Assisting in the preparation and production of weekly trading and performance presentations
• Producing budgets, forecasts and latest outlooks, ensuring a high degree of accuracy due to cash flow implications
• Producing and analysing divisional P&Ls and associated KPIs
• Preparing monthly performance packs for Senior Management
• Supporting the production of quarterly business review packs
• Interpreting financial and management information in a clear and concise manner
• Reviewing, analysing and assisting with the sign-off of month-end costs
• Supporting operational managers with P&L queries
• Delivering ad-hoc performance and commercial analysis, including promotional or strategic initiative reviews

What the client has to offer

• Base salary of up to £32,000
• Study support (CIMA, ACCA)
• Employer pension contribution
• Discounted products

Sound like a good fit? 

If you are interested in this position, please reach out to Harry Harvey - harry@citadelsource.com at Citadel Source.

Citadel Source is seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Sales Ledger Office to join our client based in the Chipping Sodbury area. This role is key to ensuring accurate invoicing, timely cash collection, and the smooth running of the sales ledger function.

About you

In order to be successful, you must have previous experience in a sales ledger or accounts receivable role, solid attention to detail and good numerical skills, as well as excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. You must have strong Excel skill and be able to work with large data sets.

As a Sales Ledger Officer, your role will include, but not be limited to:

• Raising and issuing sales invoices
• Maintaining and reconciling the sales ledger
• Posting and allocating customer receipts
• Chasing outstanding debts and managing credit control
• Resolving customer invoice queries professionally and promptly
• Preparing regular debtor reports and statements
• Supporting month-end processes and reconciliations
• Liaising with internal departments and external customers

What the client has to offer

• A salary level of £25,000 to £30,000
• Fully office based
• Parking on site 

Sound like a good fit?

For more information on this exciting opportunity, please apply or reach out to Anna Wozniak at Citadel Source. 

Citadel Source is delighted to be partnering with a successful company based in the South Bristol area to recruit a Temporary AR Analyst to join their finance team. This role is initially offered on a three-month contract basis; however, for the right person, there is potential for an extension.

To be considered for this role, you must be immediately available or available at very short notice.

The role

Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, your primary responsibility will be to ensure the Accounts Receivable ledger is fully reconciled and balanced. The role requires a strong focus on investigating and resolving discrepancies within customer accounts and payments. You will be responsible for analysing and interpreting complex account data to maintain integrity and accuracy, while identifying and resolving both historical and current errors.

About you

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all incoming funds through the main business bank account and conducting forensic reviews of customer accounts to identify and correct errors. Accuracy is therefore essential, and you must be organised and possess strong communication skills. You will be AAT qualified or studying towards your qualification, have strong Excel skills, and ideally, working knowledge of Sage Intacct. 

As an Accounts Receivable Analyst, your role will include, but not be limited to:

• Investigate and resolve all issues related to incorrect allocations and payment discrepancies
• Reconcile customer accounts and ensure all receipts are accurately applied
• Liaise with internal departments and external customers to resolve allocation queries and disputes
• Continuously review processes to improve efficiency and prevent recurring errors

What the client has to offer

• A salary level between £15 p/h – £18 p/h
• Hybrid (with the possibility of a fully remote arrangement after training for the right candidate)
• Parking on site 

Sound like a good fit? 

If you are interested in this position, please reach out to Anna Wozniak at Citadel Source (anna@citadelsource.com) 

Citadel Source are delighted to be supporting a well-known business in the North Bristol area in the search for a commercially focused and analytical Finance Analyst. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to play a key role in driving commercial insight and supporting strategic decision-making within a fast-paced and evolving organisation.

About you

You will be highly analytical with strong numerical skills and the ability to translate data into meaningful commercial insight. Confident working with both financial and non-financial stakeholders, you will enjoy partnering across the business to influence decision-making and improve performance. With strong Excel capability and a proactive mindset, you will be comfortable handling large data sets, identifying trends, and challenging assumptions to drive better commercial outcomes.

As a Finance Analyst, your role will include, but not be limited to:

• Producing detailed commercial analysis to support strategic and operational decisions
• Delivering insight on margins, pricing, stock levels and business performance
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting and performance tracking processes
• Analysing trends and identifying risks and opportunities across the business
• Partnering with operational and procurement teams to align forecasts with demand
• Maintaining accurate financial and operational data within internal systems
• Supporting senior stakeholders with ad-hoc analysis and reporting

What the client has to offer

• A salary of £35,000 – £40,000 per annum
• The opportunity to join a well-established and recognised business
• A commercially focused role with real influence across the organisation
• On-site parking

Sound like a good fit? 

If you are interested in this position, please reach out to Harry Harvey - harry@citadelsource.com at Citadel Source.

Citadel Source are delighted to be supporting a fast-growing retail business in recruiting a Financial Accountant. This is a key role within a high-performing finance team, helping to scale and professionalise the finance function.

The role

The Financial Accountant will play a critical role in delivering accurate financial reporting, strong controls, and audit-ready outputs in a private equity-backed environment. You will work closely with senior finance leadership and operational teams, taking ownership of core accounting processes while supporting commercial decision-making. This role suits a technically strong accountant who thrives under high expectations, enjoys detail-focused work, and values being part of a high-performing finance team.

As a Financial Accountant, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Own the month-end close process and deliver accurate management accounts to tight deadlines
• Prepare month-end journals and balance sheet reconciliations
• Produce statutory accounts and manage the year-end audit process
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax, and regulatory requirements
• Prepare information for corporation tax returns and manage payments on account
• Prepare and review VAT returns; liaise with external advisors
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and private equity reporting requirements
• Partner with operational and commercial teams to provide financial insight and challenge
• Identify and implement process and control improvements
• Support finance system enhancements and continuous improvement initiatives
• Manage the transactional finance team

What the client is looking for 

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or finalist with strong experience)
• Proven experience in a practice or similar role
• Strong technical accounting and statutory reporting knowledge
• Comfortable analysing data, with strong Excel skills
• Able to work to pace and manage competing deadlines
• Commercially aware, proactive, and detail-focused
• Strong communicator, confident engaging with all levels of the business

What the client offers

• Competitive salary of up to £55,000 per annum 
• Hybrid working - office & home-based flexibility
• Opportunity to work within a high-performing finance team
• Role with genuine impact in a growing business

Sound like a good fit?

For more information on this exciting opportunity, please apply or reach out to Jesse Howes - jesse@citadelsource.com at Citadel Source. 

Citadel Source are pleased to be partnering with a privately owned organisation in the recruitment of a Head of Finance on a permanent basis, based in Newport. The business is a well-established, multi-entity operation with a strong trading history and an experienced senior leadership team. Operating in a fast-paced commercial environment, the organisation continues to invest in its people, systems and processes to support ongoing growth and long-term stability.

The role 

This role offers a rare opportunity to join a business at a pivotal stage of its development, working closely with senior management to provide clear financial leadership, robust control and meaningful commercial insight. The position is suited to an individual seeking a long-term role where they can influence strategy, develop the finance function and progress their career as the business evolves. The role of the Head of Finance is to take ownership of financial management and control across the organisation, leading the finance team and delivering high-quality reporting, forecasting and analysis to support effective decision-making.

As a Head of Finance, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Overall responsibility for financial management, reporting and control
• Preparation of monthly management accounts and performance reporting for senior stakeholders
• Budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities
• Cashflow management and short- to medium-term forecasting
• Leadership and development of the finance team
• Review, development and maintenance of financial controls and processes
• Financial analysis to support operational and strategic decisions
• Balance sheet oversight, including reconciliations and reviews
• Preparation and submission of statutory and regulatory returns
• Liaison with external stakeholders, including auditors, banks and advisors
• Support on funding, finance and commercial initiatives
• Ad-hoc project work and continuous improvement activity

About you

You will be a confident, hands-on finance professional who enjoys working in close partnership with senior stakeholders in an owner-managed or SME-style environment.

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong technical accounting and reporting capability
• Commercially aware with a strategic mindset
• Experience leading or managing a finance function
• Strong Excel and general IT skills
• Comfortable operating in a changeable, evolving environment
• Proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused

What the client offers 

• A salary level of up to £70,000 
• Parking on site 
• Matched pension 
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays 

Sound like a good fit? 

For more information, please reach out to Oliver Price at Citadel Source.

Citadel Source is partnering with a successful, well-known company based in the Bristol area to recruit an experienced Payroll Associate to join their payroll team.

The role

In this role, you’ll play a crucial part in managing and administering rewards programs, supporting payroll operations, and helping shape the future of in-house payroll management. The role is based on a 12-month fixed-term contract, with the possibility to go permanent for the right individual. 

About you 

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

As a Payroll Associate, your role will include, but not be limited to: 

• Monthly payroll administration support to include new starters, leavers and benefit changes
• Update and maintain the benefits portal 
• Assist with year end transactions, including P60's, etc 
• Monitoring the payroll inbox and acting on queries and escalation 
• Any other payroll duties as required
• Assist the Payroll Manager in aligning outsourced payrolls and integrating them in-house

What the client has to offer

• A salary level up to £33,000 per annum 
• Hybrid working 
• Parking on-site 
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays 

Sound like a good fit?

If you are interested in discussing this role, please reach out to Bethany Wetherill at Citadel Source.