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Citadel Source

Location:
United Kingdom, Central Bristol

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

75000.00 - 85000.00 GBP / Year

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Job Description:

Citadel Source is delighted to be partnering with a leading FMCG business to support the search for their new Financial Controller. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a fast-growing FMCG organisation headquartered in Central Bristol. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, the Financial Controller will play a pivotal role in strengthening financial control, driving performance, and supporting the delivery of the company’s strategic objectives in a fast-paced environment. Working as part of the SMT, you will lead the management accounting, reporting, and control for the Finance function, ensuring accurate and insightful reporting, strong compliance, and the continual improvement of financial processes.

Job Responsibility:

Lead, mentor and develop the Management Accounts and Reporting teams to deliver timely, accurate, and value-adding analysis
Ensure the finance function is structured and resourced effectively to meet business needs
Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
Oversee the month-end close process and deliver high-quality management reporting with insightful variance analysis
Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards and statutory requirements
Maintain robust internal controls, financial policies, and governance frameworks
Act as the key point of contact for external auditors and tax advisors
Coordinate the annual budget and quarterly reforecasting cycles, integrating detailed operational and commercial inputs
Provide strategic financial insight to support decision-making across the business
Partner with the Operations and FP&A teams to identify opportunities for efficiency and improvement
Lead or support key finance projects, including systems improvement, process automation, and performance enhancement initiatives

Requirements:

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
Demonstrable post-qualification experience within FMCG, manufacturing, or similar fast-paced environments
Strong leader who thrives in a collaborative setting
Excellent technical knowledge
Commercial awareness
Passion for driving both accuracy and efficiency
Proven track record of developing teams
Proven track record of improving processes
Proven track record of delivering high-quality financial insight in dynamic and fast-paced environments

What we offer:

Hybrid working
Opportunities for progression within a growing brand

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 07, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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