Citadel Source is delighted to be partnering with a Herefordshire-based organisation undergoing continued growth, to support the recruitment of their new Management Accountant on an initial 6-month Fixed Term Contract.

About you

You’re an organised and detail‑oriented finance professional with experience in management accounting, financial control, reporting and process improvement. You bring strong technical accounting knowledge, a proactive approach to improving processes, and confidence working across a fast‑paced environment with multiple stakeholders. You’re analytical, well‑organised, and comfortable managing competing priorities while maintaining high levels of financial accuracy and compliance.

As a Management Accountant, your role will include, but not be limited to:

• Ownership of monthly management accounts preparation across multiple entities
• Leading the month‑end close process, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting
• Preparing and posting journals including revenue, cost of sales, accruals and prepayments
• Completing monthly balance sheet reconciliations and investigating variances
• Producing profit centre reporting with detailed variance analysis
• Supporting monthly and annual reporting requirements, including Board and senior management reporting
• Assisting with year‑end audit preparation and statutory accounting support
• Supporting the maintenance and improvement of financial controls and processes
• Providing financial support to operational teams and commercial stakeholders
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting and cash flow reporting activities

What the client is looking for

• Fully Qualified ACCA / CIMA / ACA
• Proven experience in a management accounting role
• Strong understanding of financial processes, controls and data integrity
• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capability
• Comfortable working in a hands‑on, fast‑paced environment
• Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting and wider commercial finance activity

What the client has to offer

• Base salary of between £45,000 and £55,000 (DOE)
• Hybrid working (2-3 days on-site)
• 33 days’ holiday per annum, inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Auto‑enrolment pension scheme
• Refer‑a‑Friend scheme
• Company sick pay scheme
• Reward & Recognition scheme with access to hundreds of discounts

Sound like a good fit?

If you are interested in this position, please reach out to Grant Chalmers‑Stevens – Grant@citadelsource.com at Citadel Source.

Citadel Source are delighted to be partnering with a highly respected, market-leading organisation based in Herefordshire to support them in the recruitment of a Finance Assistant role. This is a 6-month fixed-term contract, with the potential to become permanent for the right person.

The role

As a Finance Assistant, you will support both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, covering invoices, payments, reconciliations, cashbooks, credit control, aged debt and query resolution. You will help keep financial records accurate, resolve queries efficiently and support improvements across the finance function.

About you

You will have experience in a similar finance role, including reconciliations and bank reconciliations. You will be confident using Excel and Outlook and able to communicate clearly with financial and non-financial stakeholders. Organised, accurate and proactive, you will bring strong attention to detail, good prioritisation skills and a practical approach to problem solving and process improvement.

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

• Process invoices, payment runs and account changes
• Reconcile supplier, bank and cashbook transactions
• Manage receipts, payments, refunds and card receipts
• Support month-end journals and financial records
• Produce aged debt reports and chase overdue accounts
• Resolve supplier and customer queries
• Support process improvements and stakeholder communication
• Complete finance admin and maintain documentation

What the client has to offer

• £25,000 - £28,000 per annum  
• Hybrid working available after training  

Sound like a good fit?

If you're interested in this role, please reach out to Anna Wozniak – anna@citadelsource.com at Citadel Source. 

Citadel Source is partnering with a successful, growing South West business to recruit a Head of Finance. This pivotal leadership role is ideal for an ambitious qualified accountant who wants to make a meaningful impact in a high-performing organisation, combining strong financial stewardship with commercial insight and continuous improvement.

Reporting directly to the CFO, you will take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, lead a team of finance professionals while supporting strategic decision-making across the business. Operating within a complex, high-volume environment, you will ensure the integrity of financial reporting, strengthen financial controls, and help drive operational and commercial performance. This role offers significant exposure to senior leadership and the board, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to make a visible impact within a dynamic and entrepreneurial business.

The role

You will oversee the smooth running of the finance function, ensuring robust financial governance, accurate reporting, and effective business partnering across the organisation.

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

• Leading, mentoring and developing the finance team, promoting a high-performance culture
• Owning the month-end and year-end close processes, delivering timely and accurate financial reporting
• Ensuring the accurate calculation and reporting of revenue, cost of goods sold and inventory
• Delivering strong financial controls, data integrity and governance across the business
• Managing stock accounting and overseeing the annual stock take process
• Supporting the CFO in delivering best-in-class Board reporting and financial insight
• Driving budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning processes
• Enhancing management information and reporting to support commercial decision-making
• Partnering with operational leaders to improve business performance and profitability
• Supporting cash management, working capital optimisation and return on investment initiatives
• Working closely with Finance Business Partners to provide meaningful performance analysis
• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement across finance processes, systems and reporting

About you

You will be a technically strong and commercially minded finance leader who enjoys operating within a fast-paced environment. Comfortable working both strategically and operationally, you will have a proven track record of delivering excellent financial control while supporting business growth and performance improvement.

The successful candidate will possess:

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification
• Post-qualified experience within a complex commercial business
• Previous financial management experience within a high-performing finance function
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of financial controls
• Experience managing general ledger, AP and AR functions
• Proven experience of budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes
• Strong stakeholder management and business partnering skills
• The ability to lead, coach and develop high-performing teams
• Excellent analytical, reporting and problem-solving capabilities
• A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement

Desirable experience

• Manufacturing or other high-volume operational environment experience
• Experience managing inventory and stock accounting processes
• FP&A exposure
• Strong systems and data skills, including Power BI and advanced Excel
• Experience working with ERP systems, particularly Microsoft Dynamics 365
• Knowledge of SQL, VBA, AI-enabled tools or advanced reporting solutions

What's on offer

• Competitive salary of £75,000 - £85,000 (depending on experience)
• Car allowance of £5,000
• Performance-related bonus (up to 20%)
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Significant exposure to the CFO, Board and senior leadership team
• Opportunity to shape and improve a growing finance function
• Excellent career progression prospects within a successful organisation

Interested?

For more information on this exciting opportunity, please apply directly or contact Dan Morris - dan@citadelsource.com at Citadel Source.

Citadel Source is partnering on exclusive basis to support our client based in North East Somerset area to recruit an experienced Senior Payroll Officer to join their payroll team.

The role

We are looking for an experienced Senior Payroll Officer to support the delivery of an accurate and efficient payroll service. Working closely with the Payroll Lead, you will oversee payroll operations, support payroll system improvements, and ensure payroll processes remain compliant and accurate throughout a period of change.

About you

You will have previous experience in a senior payroll role with a strong understanding of payroll legislation, pensions, and statutory payments. You will be confident using payroll systems and Microsoft Excel, with excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills. You will be able to manage multiple priorities, work accurately to deadlines, and build effective working relationships with colleagues across HR and Finance. 

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

• Support payroll operations and system improvements
• Validate and reconcile payroll data to ensure accuracy
• Prepare monthly payroll for processing
• Process complex payroll calculations and pension submissions
• Administer statutory payments, including SSP, SMP, and SPP
• Produce payroll reports and resolve payroll queries
• Maintain payroll procedures and documentation
• Work with Finance to support payroll accounting
• Identify and implement payroll process improvements

What the client has to offer

• A salary level £35,00 to £42,000 per annum 
• Parking on-site 
• 26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (but increasing with length of service)

Sound like a good fit?

If you are interested in discussing this role, please reach out to Anna - anna@citadelsource.com at Citadel Source. 

Citadel Source are pleased to be partnering with a well-established and growing services business in Bristol, currently looking to appoint a Senior Accountant to join their finance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with recent UK accountancy practice experience who is looking to further their career within a supportive and collaborative environment. Whether you're an ambitious Semi-Senior ready for the next step or an experienced Senior Accountant seeking a varied client-facing role, this position offers genuine progression and ongoing professional development.

About you

You are an organised and technically capable accountant with experience working within a UK accountancy practice. You enjoy managing your own client portfolio, preparing statutory accounts and tax returns, and building strong relationships with clients. You have excellent attention to detail, can prioritise your workload effectively, and take pride in delivering a high-quality service. If joining at Senior level, you'll also enjoy mentoring junior colleagues and supporting their development.

As a Senior Accountant, your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Preparing statutory accounts for limited company clients
• Preparing Corporation Tax returns and computations
• Preparing Personal Tax returns
• Liaising directly with clients to obtain information and resolve queries
• Preparing and submitting accounts to Companies House
• Supporting clients with general accounting and taxation queries
• Managing your own portfolio of clients and ensuring deadlines are met
• Reviewing accounts and tax work completed by junior team members (Senior level)
• Providing coaching, feedback and technical support to junior colleagues
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships

What the client is looking for

• Minimum 2-3 years' experience within a UK accountancy practice
• Previous UK practice experience is essential
• Part-qualified ACA or ACCA as a minimum
• Experience preparing statutory accounts for limited companies
• Experience preparing Corporation Tax returns
• Good working knowledge of cloud accounting software (ideally Xero)
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise workload effectively

Desirable:

• Newly qualified ACA or ACCA
• Experience reviewing work completed by junior team members
• Experience using TaxCalc or similar accounts and tax software

What the client has to offer

• Salary of £40,000 - £45,000 depending on experience
• Clear opportunities for career progression and professional development
• Ongoing training and support
• Friendly, supportive and collaborative team
• Modern Bristol office
• Regular social events and team activities

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 pleased to be partnering with a growing business in Bristol, currently looking to appoint a Finance Assistant to join their finance team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a solid finance foundation who is looking to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative environment. The role offers plenty of variety across day-to-day finance operations, with exposure to bookkeeping, reconciliations, VAT, management accounts, payments and credit control. You'll have the opportunity to take on responsibility, develop your technical skills and gain broader experience across the finance function.

About you

You are an organised and proactive finance professional with good attention to detail and a strong understanding of core accounting principles. You'll ideally have experience in a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant or similar role and be comfortable working across a range of finance duties. You should be confident using accounting software, have good communication skills and enjoy working as part of a team.

This role would suit someone who is AAT qualified or studying towards AAT, although relevant experience will also be considered.

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

• Processing and maintaining accurate bookkeeping
• Assisting with VAT returns and reconciliations
• Preparing balance sheet reconciliations
• Supporting monthly management accounts preparation
• Posting payroll journals and maintaining control accounts
• Processing supplier invoices and payments
• Dealing with supplier and customer queries
• Supporting credit control and cash collection
• Allocating and reconciling payments
• Managing finance inboxes and responding to queries
• Assisting with cash flow tracking and forecasting
• Supporting month-end processes
• Assisting with improvements to finance processes and systems
• Providing general support to the wider finance team

What the client is looking for

• Previous experience within a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant or similar finance role
• AAT Level 4 desirable, although Level 3 candidates studying towards Level 4 will be considered
• Good understanding of bookkeeping, double-entry and reconciliations
• Experience using Xero or similar accounting software
• Good Excel and general IT skills
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to manage workloads and prioritise effectively
• A proactive and positive approach to work
• Willingness to learn and develop within the role

What the client has to offer

• Salary of up to £30,000 depending on experience
• Full-time, permanent position
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Clear opportunities for career progression

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 large international Engineering organisation operating within a complex multi-entity environment that is seeking a technically strong and commercially aware Group Financial Controller. Reporting to senior finance leadership, this role will play a key part in leading financial operations during a period of organisational change and continued growth. 

This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of group financial reporting, consolidation, governance, and financial control activities within a dynamic and fast-paced business environment. The successful candidate will lead a qualified finance team whilst driving financial accuracy, process improvement, and strong control frameworks across the organisation. 

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

Group Reporting & Consolidation 

• Lead the monthly group reporting and consolidation process across multiple entities

• Coordinate and review intercompany reconciliations

• Ensure reporting deadlines are achieved, and accounting standards are consistently applied

• Maintain oversight of group balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls

• Support the year-end audit process and manage external auditor relationships

• Ensure consistency of accounting treatment and reporting across the wider business 

• Support maintenance and development of group reporting systems and financial data integrity 

• Work closely with FP&A and wider finance teams on reporting, forecasting, and cash flow activities

Financial Control & Compliance 

• Support preparation of statutory accounts and associated regulatory filings

• Assist with ongoing compliance and governance requirements across the organisation 

• Maintain and develop accounting policies, controls, and governance frameworks

• Ensure robust month-end close processes, including journals, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations 

• Review and strengthen internal financial controls and reporting accuracy

Leadership & Stakeholder Management 

• Manage, support, and develop members of the finance function, including qualified and part-qualified staff

• Assist with workload planning, performance management, and team development

• Prepare financial reporting packs and analysis for senior stakeholders

• Respond to finance-related queries across the business

Projects & Continuous Improvement

• Support finance transformation and process improvement initiatives

• Drive operational efficiencies and improvements across finance processes and reporting 

• Undertake ad hoc financial analysis, reporting, and project-based work as required

About you  

The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with strong technical accounting knowledge and experience operating within a complex, multi-entity environment. 

Candidates will ideally demonstrate:

• Strong group reporting and consolidation experience 

• Experience within financial control, governance, or group finance functions

• Previous experience managing or mentoring finance professionals

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• High attention to detail with the ability to work to tight deadlines

• Strong systems capability, including advanced Excel skills and exposure to finance/reporting systems

• A proactive and solutions-focused approach within a changing environment

What the client has to offer 

• Competitive salary package dependent on experience 

• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements 

• Generous holiday allowance 

• Pension scheme 

• Additional benefits  

Sound like a good fit? 
For more information on this exciting opportunity, please contact Citadel Source or reach out directly to Oliver Price at oliver@citadelsource.com. 

Citadel Source are pleased to be working exclusively with a well-established and highly respected FMCG brand who is looking to appoint an Accounts Receivable Lead to join their growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take ownership of the AR function within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

About you

You will have previous experience in Accounts Receivable or Credit Control, ideally with some exposure to leading processes and mentoring others. You will have strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities, alongside being a confident communicator who can build relationships with both internal teams and external stakeholders. You will bring a proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement, and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Strong Excel skills are essential, and experience with ERP systems would be beneficial.

The role

Reporting into the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end Accounts Receivable process, ensuring timely collection of cash, maintaining strong customer relationships, and driving process improvements.

As a Accounts Receivable Lead, your role will include, but not be limited to:

• Manage the full Accounts Receivable cycle, including invoicing, cash allocation, and collections
• Take ownership of the sales ledger, ensuring accuracy and timely reconciliation
• Proactively manage and reduce aged debt, following up with customers where required
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key internal stakeholders and external customers
• Produce regular AR reports, including debtor analysis and cash flow forecasting
• Support with month-end processes, including reconciliations and reporting
• Identify and implement process improvements to drive efficiency and reduce risk
• Assist with query resolution and ensure a high standard of customer service

What the client has to offer

• Salary up to £35,000
• Hybrid working – only 2 days per week in the office
• Opportunity to take ownership and make a real impact within a recognised brand
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Clear progression opportunities

Sound like a good fit?

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