Job Description

Citadel Source is delighted to partner an evolving services business to support the recruitment of their new Financial Accountant on a permanent contract. 

A bit about our client…

Our client is an established business operating in a fast-moving sector, delivering essential services across the UK. They’ve built a strong reputation over time and are continuing to grow, with a number of changes and improvements underway across the business. It’s a collaborative environment where people are encouraged to get stuck in, take ownership, and look for better ways of doing things. Finance plays an important role in supporting the wider business, with exposure to senior stakeholders and real involvement in decision-making.

The role

This is a great opportunity for a Financial Accountant to join the team in a hybrid role, split between Bristol and Devon for one day per week in each location, with the on-site presence in Devon reducing after the first 3-6 months. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you’ll take responsibility for key areas of financial accounting, helping to ensure accurate and timely reporting across the group. It’s a hands-on role with a broad remit, covering everything from month-end through to statutory reporting and business support. It would suit someone who enjoys getting into the detail but also wants to understand how the numbers feed into the wider business.

About you

You’ll be a qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with solid financial accounting experience. You’re organised, detail-focused, and comfortable taking ownership of your work. We are looking for someone who can work well with others across the business, isn’t afraid to ask questions, and is keen to improve processes where possible. A practical, down-to-earth approach and a willingness to get involved will go a long way in this role.

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

• Preparing and reviewing monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, and commentary)
• Posting and reviewing key journals (accruals, prepayments, payroll, VAT, intercompany)
• Performing balance sheet reconciliations with clear audit trails
• Producing flash reports, weekly profit reports, and variance analysis
• Preparing year-end statutory and consolidated accounts in line with UK GAAP
• Acting as a key contact for external auditors
• Supporting statutory submissions and audit processes
• Preparing and reviewing VAT returns, including partial exemption calculations
• Supporting PAYE and HMRC processes
• Assisting with corporation tax and group reporting
• Supporting day-to-day cashflow management
• Producing short and long-term cashflow forecasts
• Assisting with payment processing and approvals
• Managing intercompany transactions and reconciliations
• Supporting consolidation and group reporting activities
• Identifying and resolving data integrity issues
• Supporting system improvements and automation initiatives
• Maintaining strong financial controls and documentatio
• Collaborating with finance and non-finance teams
• Providing insight and analysis to support decision-making
• Supporting ad hoc reporting and projects

What the client has to offer

• A hybrid working model with flexibility
• Exposure to a multi-entity, growing business
• Opportunity to play a key role in finance change initiatives
• A collaborative and supportive team environment

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