Element Recruitment are delighted to be supporting an established yet growing service-based business based in Bristol. With a strong core service offering, this company is actively expanding its footprint through exciting new commercial ventures and strategic B2B corporate partnerships.
As the business embarks on its next phase of commercial growth and diversification, we are seeking a hands-on Head of Finance / Finance Director to join their executive leadership team. This role bridges operational and financial control with strategic advisory, playing a critical role in shaping the financial strategy and long-term expansion of the business.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Strategic Board Advice: Partner closely with the CEO and Board of Directors to establish and execute a 3-year strategic growth plan. Present financial insights, risk assessments, and commentary at weekly Monday morning board meetings.
- Commercial Growth & Expansion: Identify scalability opportunities, build financial models, evaluate contract profitability, and support pricing strategies for new commercial contracts and services.
- Data-Driven Financial Control: Deliver accurate monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasting, statutory reporting, and key performance metric analysis for a highly analytical executive leadership team.
- Team Leadership: Lead and mentor an established, self-sufficient finance and administration team of 3. Oversee day-to-day operations while empowering a long-tenured team.
- Governance & Audit: Maintain strong internal financial controls, manage audit processes, and ensure robust statutory compliance across all operations.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
- Professional Qualification: Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with proven experience in a senior financial leadership role.
- Strategic Gravitas & Analytical Mindset: Comfortable engaging at Board level, data-driven, and adept at translating complex figures into clear executive commentary without surprises.
- Hands-On Approach: Able to balance high-level strategic planning with day-to-day operational financial management.
- Commercial Acumen: Demonstrated track record of supporting business growth, assessing commercial viability, and managing contract profitability.
WHAT'S ON OFFER
- Competitive Salary: £60,000 – £70,000 (Up to £75,000 depending on experience)
- Part-time (0.8 FTE / 4-day week) considered
- Hybrid Working: 3 days in the office per week in Bristol, with parking on site
WHAT TO DO NEXT
For more information, please contact Tom Chambers at Element Recruitment