Citadel Source are delighted to be partnering exclusively with a high-growth leisure and hospitality group to appoint a Head of FP&A. This newly created role will be responsible for the development and ongoing management of the FP&A function.

About the client

Our client is a fast‑growing, investor‑backed SME with bold ambitions and a clear trajectory for continued expansion. The business has recently made substantial investments in strengthening its finance function, signalling a commitment to building a best‑in‑class operation. Following our successful placement of the technical counterpart to this position, the newly appointed Head of FP&A will play a pivotal role in shaping the refreshed senior leadership finance structure. In addition to leading the planning and performance agenda, this role will also elevate and reinforce the commercial capability of the organisation as part of a broader, high‑impact remit.

The role

This is a pivotal appointment that will support the Finance Director in shaping the financial strategy and building a scalable finance function. The Head of FP&A will play a central role in strengthening financial processes, improving reporting, and supporting commercial decision-making as the organisation grows. The role combines strategic influence with hands-on involvement and will work closely with the wider finance team and senior operational leaders across the group. 

About you

You will be a qualified accountant with strong technical grounding and commercial awareness. You will be comfortable operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and able to balance detail with broader strategic thinking. You will also bring the curiosity and adaptability needed to engage with the operational side of the business and identify opportunities for improvement. 

As a Head of FP&A, your role will include, but not be limited to:

• Lead the full budgeting, forecasting and long‑range planning cycle, ensuring alignment with commercial and strategic goals
• Build and evolve robust financial models that are accurate, scalable, and consistent across the organisation
• Deliver scenario and sensitivity analysis to guide key strategic decisions, investments, and risk assessments
• Align planning cycles with monthly reporting and operational insight, working closely with the Head of Finance
• Own monthly performance reporting and board‑level FP&A packs, delivering clear, forward‑looking insight
• Track performance against budgets, forecasts and KPIs, driving accountability through data‑led analysis
• Enhance dashboards and analytics to provide real‑time visibility of business performance
• Act as a senior business partner to leaders across all departments, influencing decisions at SLT and Board level
• Lead financial modelling for strategic initiatives, pricing, bids, tenders, and new product/service development
• Own and improve costing models, partnering with Operations to ensure accurate, real‑time cost bases and margin visibility
• Develop and mentor the FP&A and commercial teams, building a high‑performance, insight‑driven culture
• Champion financial governance and continuous improvement, maintaining best‑practice standards and driving enhancements in forecasting, modelling, and reporting

What the client offers

• £75,000 to £85,000 - depending on experience
• Full-time, permanent role
• On-site working 3 days per week 
• A range of employee benefits, including discounts, wellbeing initiatives, and team events
• Free parking and onsite perks
• Opportunities for development/progression  

Sound like a good fit?

If you are interested in this opportunity, please reach out to Dan Morris – dan@citadelsource.com at Citadel Source. 

Citadel Source are pleased to be exclusively partnering alongside a fast-growing and highly acquisitive client to appoint a newly created Financial Controller opportunity. You will work closely alongside the FD to provide clear and accurate financial information and drive clarity and improvements across the finance function. 

About you

This opportunity will suit a proactive, qualified accountant with several years of post-qualified experience operating in a varied and autonomous business environment. You will enjoy the detail and be hands-on in nature. You will have worked in a growing business with experience in the professional services sector and be confident operating in a change/improvement focussed environment. 

The role

This is a newly formed role, born out of growth/acquisition across the group. This is a rare opportunity for someone who is comfortable operating within a remote working setup who is both self-sufficient and proactive. Your role will naturally be very varied, including a range of monthly reporting tasks as well as ongoing process improvement tasks. 

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

• Ownership of all financial control and reporting across the Group
• Oversee and meet all financial reporting deadlines as required
• Develop and produce a regular management information pack (daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly), including cash-flow statements and management accounts
• Oversee account reconciliation and ensure accurate financial data is produced effectively and on time
• Responsibility for overseeing finOps processes (AP/AR/Cash/banking/Payroll)
• Lead a small finance team and work in a matrix finance structure
• Ongoing research and implementation of reporting standards (IFRS 3, IFRS 15, IFRS16 as an example)
• Manage the external audit process – from choosing auditors, maintaining the relationship, and supporting the annual audit
• Assist the FD with ongoing process improvement/automation projects
• Any other ad-hoc responsibilities are required by the FD/CFO

What the client is looking for:

• A qualified accountant, with at least 3 years post-qualification

• Commercially minded with strong analytical skills

• Experienced in financial modelling and scenario planning

• Comfortable working in a dynamic, growing organisation

• Strong with systems and data, with advanced Excel capability

• An excellent communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders

• Highly organised, detail-focused, and able to manage multiple priorities

• Confident, proactive, and motivated by building and improving processes
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a small, collaborative team

What the client has to offer

• Salary up to £80kp/a 
• Car allowance 
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays 
• Remote Working
• Career Progression opportunities

Sound like a good fit?

If you are interested in discussing this role, please reach out to Jesse Howes – jesse@citadelsource.com at Citadel Source

***Due to the high volume of applications we expect to obtain on this vacancy, we may not be able to respond to everyone individually. If you haven't heard back within 2 weeks, please assume your application has been unsuccessful***

Citadel Source is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Management Accountant to join our growing client based in the greater Bristol area. 

About you

You will be a proactive and motivated individual with a strong work ethic, who takes pride in delivering both individual and team objectives. You will be enthusiastic, committed, and an effective communicator who works well collaboratively within a team environment. You will be qualified or part-qualified in CIMA or ACCA and possess strong Excel skills. You will take a collaborative approach and contribute to wider business improvement initiatives. Previous experience in a similar role is essential, particularly involving month-end processes, along with a solid understanding of fundamental accounting principles.

The role

The Management Accountant will work closely with the Financial Controller and will play an important role in ensuring that stakeholders receive accurate and timely financial information. The position will also support the preparation and delivery of the organisation’s 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 £50,000
• Fully remote, though you will be expected to travel to the office when required by the business
• Parking on site

Sound like a good fit? 

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

Citadel Source are delighted to be supporting a growing manufacturing business 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. 

The role

This role offers a great mixture of data analytics, financial modelling and commercial exposure across 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
• Managing stock & inventory 
• Ensuring stock provision is proficient 
• Develop efficiencies of travel logistics of stock

What the client is looking for

• Newly Qualified/Fully Qualified Accountant
• Previous experience in the manufacturing industry
• 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 exact deadlines
• Mixture of analytical, commercial and persuasion skills

What the client has to offer

• 26 days holiday + bank holidays
• Salary up to £55kp/a 
• Bonus Structure 

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 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 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 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.