Financial Controller / Head of Finance
| Posting date: | 08 May 2026 |
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| Salary: | £60,000.0 to £80,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £60,000 - £80,000 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 May 2026 |
| Location: | Bristol, Bristol, BS16AD |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4766595_1778233180 |
Summary
Your new company
Hays are working with a fast-growing, owner-led retail and e-commerce business to recruit a Head of Finance / Financial Controller to join the team on a permanent basis. A really exciting role to help shape the future of this business, supporting the CEO and founders with strategic decision-making, along with managing the day-to-day finance operations.
Your new role
Reporting to the CEO, we are looking for a capable, financially and commercially driven Controller who will come take ownership of the finance function and help support the Senior Leadership team, shaping decision-making. This is a key role for the business, and you will be required to:
- Own day-to-day finance operations, ensuring accurate accounting and strong controls
- Deliver month-end and year-end accounts and take a lead with external auditors.
- Manage cash flow forecasting, fixed assets and bank reconciliations
- Manage and oversee monthly payroll, annual budgeting and assist with year-end accounts.
- Take the lead on projects such as ERP migrations and working across internal teams and external consultants.
- Ensure costs are maintained, analysed and challenged.
- Act as a commercial partner to the senior leadership team, providing insight that will support in decision-making and provide financial insight into pricing and strategy.
What you'll need to succeed
We are ideally looking for a qualified accountant and e-commerce / retail experience would be beneficial. This person will ideally have worked in a start-up environment that can put processes together whilst supporting the senior leadership team. SAP experience would be beneficial along with strong Excel / IT skills.
What you'll get in return
This is a good opportunity to join a growing start-up, taking ownership of the finance function. You will get the opportunity to form part of the Senior Leadership team with the ability to contribute to strategic decision-making. The role can be offered on a remote basis with occasional travel to the Bristol office.
What you need to do now
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