Citadel Source are pleased to be partnering with a privately owned organisation in the recruitment of a Financial Controller 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 Financial Controller, 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 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 accurately and on timeskills
• 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 seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Management Accountant to join our well-established client based in East Bristol.

About you

You will be a hands-on and driven individual, with a strong work ethic and someone who takes pride in achieving their own goals and team goals. You will be committed and enthusiastic and be an excellent communicator who is able to work effectively as part of a team. You will be qualified or part-qualified CIMA/ACCA, with strong Excel skills. You will be collaborative and support the wider business on ongoing improvement projects. You will have previous experience in a similar role, particularly with month-end accounting and a strong understanding of core accounting principles

The role

The Management Accountant will work closely with the Financial Controller, and together they will play a key role in making sure accurate and timely information is shared with stakeholders. They will also support the delivery of the monthly reporting requirements.

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

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports
• Analyse variances against budgets and forecasts
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Partner with departments to support financial decisions
• Ensure accuracy, controls, and compliance in financial reporting
• Support the wider finance team during month-end procedures
• Contribute to process improvements and financial accuracy

What the client has to offer

• A salary level of £40,000 to £45,000
• Currently Fully Office Based 
• Parking on site

Sound like a good fit? 

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

Citadel Source are delighted to be partnering on an exclusive basis with a business based in Bristol to recruit for a Head of Finance role. This organisation forms part of a wider privately owned group of companies, which also includes several regional businesses and associated community-focused entities.

The role

The Head of Finance is a senior leadership role responsible for the overall financial operations and stewardship of the organisation and its associated entities. Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Board and senior stakeholders, the Head of Finance will play a key role in shaping financial strategy, managing risk, and ensuring robust governance in line with regulatory and statutory requirements.  The role also involves leading and developing the finance function, embedding strong process controls and driving continuous improvement.

About you

The successful candidate will lead all aspects of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cashflow management and regulatory compliance. They will provide clear, timely insight to support decision making across operational, commercial and wider group activities. This is very much a role for a business facing/commercially minded accountant looking for a value-adding role.

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

• Act as a strategic Finance Business Partner, providing high‑quality insight, challenge and commercial guidance to senior decision makers
• Hold overall financial responsibility across multiple business units, ensuring strong controls and alignment with organisational strategy
• Lead budgeting, long‑term financial planning and reforecasting, delivering clarity and accuracy for senior stakeholders
• Produce cashflow forecasts and manage communication with the wider Group on funding requirements
• Oversee compliance with all relevant financial regulations, ensuring timely and accurate submissions
• Support commercial and contractual decision‑making through robust financial modelling and analysis
• Lead, develop and manage the finance team, including oversight of payroll and day‑to‑day finance operations
• Ensure accurate month‑end reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany accounting and invoicing
• Deliver clear, insightful financial updates and recommendations to the Board
• Own partnership budgeting and modelling to support revenue growth initiatives
• Manage payroll processes in collaboration with HR, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality and compliance
• Maintain full compliance with financial monitoring, audit and statutory requirements
• Act as a key contact for external funding bodies, ensuring all reporting obligations are met
• Oversee VAT and tax compliance across all entities
• Work closely with Group Finance to ensure alignment, consistency and effective shared processes
• Provide financial and operational support to the CEO and CFO as required
• Contribute positively to organisational culture, values and cross‑department collaboration

What the client is looking for 

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with 3+ years post‑qualified experience
• Significant leadership experience, ideally within a fast‑paced organisation
• Strong financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management expertise
• Proven experience of financial business partnering
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Strong understanding of financial controls, audit, governance and regulatory compliance
• Ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
• High attention to detail, integrity and the ability to manage sensitive information

What the client offers

• A salary level of £60,000 - £70,000 DOE

If you are interested in discussing this role, please reach out to Jesse Howes 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 

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

Citadel Source is delighted to partner with a longstanding client on a newly formed Management Accountant role.

A bit about our client

Our client is a purpose-led business with a strong and trusted brand. Having seen steady growth, the company is now expanding its finance team. This newly created role has been established to support the team, providing a pivotal contribution to the business as it continues this journey.

The role

This role oversees all asset-related activity across the business, combining hands-on capital accounting with strong business partnering across a large, multi-site operation. It’s a high-impact position within a growing finance function, offering broad exposure and playing a key role in strengthening financial control and supporting the company’s growth plans. You’ll work closely with non-finance colleagues to manage spend, support month-end processes, and keep projects and operational costs on track.

About you

You will be a newly qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA), or a finalist, with a solid background in management accounting within complex, multi-site organisations. This role will suit someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable partnering with both finance and non-finance stakeholders. We’re looking for a proactive individual who enjoys improving processes, can plan effectively, manage competing priorities and build strong working relationships.

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

• Ensuring accurate and timely recognition of tangible, intangible, right-of-use, and assets under construction in line with accounting standards
• Maintaining balance sheet integrity through robust monthly reconciliations, clear audit trails, and investigation of material variances
• Producing and reviewing capital and operational accounts to agreed timetables, providing reliable and decision-useful information
• Establishing and maintaining a strong internal control environment to safeguard Group assets and promote financial discipline
• Owning the fixed asset register and capital policies, ensuring consistency, compliance, and regular review across the Group
• Leading capital-related audit activity, including disclosures, reconciliations, and support for impairment reviews
• Managing capital allowances, rates, and asset data for insurance and statutory purposes
• Supporting the CFO and senior finance team with due diligence, data room preparation, and transaction readiness
• Partnering with Finance Business Partners, FP&A, and operational colleagues to provide insight, analysis, and clear financial information
• Driving continuous improvement in capital processes, controls, and reporting as the finance function evolves

What the client has to offer

• Base salary of up to £50,000 DOE
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Contributory pension scheme
• Hybrid working (2 days on-site, 3 days from home)

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

Citadel Source are delighted to be supporting a fast-growing, private equity-backed 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
• Exposure to senior leadership and private equity stakeholders
• Role with genuine impact in a growing, private equity-backed 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 delighted to be working with a highly established and well-respected business, who are seeking a Sales Support Coordinator to join their commercial team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in Sales Support in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

About you

You will have strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills, and you will be a confident communicator with a customer-focused approach. 

As a Sales Support Coordinator, your role will include, but not be limited to:

• Providing day-to-day administrative and operational support to the sales team
• Processing sales orders accurately and efficiently
• Acting as a key point of contact for customers, responding to queries and providing updates
• Preparing sales documentation, reports, and quotations as required
• Maintaining accurate records within CRM and internal systems
• Coordinating internally with finance, operations, and logistics teams to support order fulfilment
• Supporting the sales team with diary management, meeting preparation, and follow-up actions
• Ensuring compliance with internal processes and company standards

What the client has to offer

• A salary of £26,000 - £28,000 per annum 
• Office-based
• Parking on site

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

Citadel Source are delighted to be supporting Freemans Event Partners in the search for a dynamic and commercially astute Finance Business Partner. This is a great opportunity to be a key cog in an exciting growth period for the business. 

A bit about Freemans….

A business born from entrepreneurial family roots, Freemans is a market-leading partner for some of the most iconic brands and events in the industry (Olympics, F1, Ryder Cup and Coca Cola to name a few). The company has achieved consistent growth, driven by a high-performing leadership team, all of whom embody the standards and passion instilled by founder Stephen Senior when he established the business over 50 years ago. With a unique and compelling product and service offering, Freemans is embarking on a clear three-year strategic plan to continue its growth within the European marketplace. 

The role

Freemans Events Partners provides end-to-end event solutions across food & beverage, retail, technology, and logistics. This role will focus on the logistics 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 expansion of the division

What the client is looking for

• Newly Qualified/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 ability to meet exacting deadlines
• Mixture of analytical, commercial and persuasion skills
• Sage experience desirable 

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

Citadel Source is supporting a well-established client in the North Bristol area in appointing a Credit Controller to join a friendly team. Our client is seeking someone who demonstrates exceptional communication skills and has a keen attention to detail.

About you

You will have a background in customer service and/or credit control, you will be assertive and be able to influence others with strong communication skills. Crucial requirements for this role include exceptional telephone manners, meeting monthly KPIs, and the ability to handle customer enquiries confidently. For the right individual, this is a great opportunity to obtain further finance experience.

Initially, this will be a 12-month contract role, with the possibility of extension or being made permanent. To be considered for this role, you will need to be immediately available or on very short notice.

As a Credit Controller, your role will include, but not be limited to:

• Chasing due debts and verifying ledger balances
• To monitor and manage incoming queries and disputes
• To review and allocate payments
• Manage your own ledger with a monthly target of aged debt in mind
• Build excellent relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Query resolution via telephone and email
• When necessary, negotiating repayment plans with compassion for customers facing financial challenges

What the client has to offer

• A salary level of £28,000 to £33,000
• Hybrid working policy (3 days per week for the right candidate)
• Parking on site 
• Great benefits

Sound like a good fit?

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