Finance Office Manager

Bristol, Gloucestershire
Hays
Finance Office Manager required for a Bristol based employer

Your new company
Bristol based business

Your new role Shape the heartbeat of a thriving, ambitious small businessAre you a confident finance professional who loves variety, autonomy, and the chance to make a real impact? This is a rare opportunity to step into a broad, hands on Finance & Office Manager role at an established small business where your expertise will genuinely shape the organisation’s success.If you enjoy being the go to person, improving processes, and working closely with a small, supportive team, you’ll thrive here. Why This Role Stands Out

• Huge scope and ownership across finance, office operations, HR, and systems
• A trusted position working directly with senior leadership
• A stable, established business with a friendly, down to earth culture
• A role where your ideas matter – continuous improvement is encouraged
• Variety every day – no two weeks look the same

This is the perfect next step for someone who wants to combine technical finance expertise with broader operational influence. What You’ll Be Doing Finance LeadershipYou’ll oversee the full finance function, including:

• Managing budgeting, forecasting, cashflow and financial reporting
• Running all bookkeeping and GL processes using Xero
• Preparing quarterly management accounts and year end files
• Liaising with external accountants and ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements
• Developing internal controls, policies, and financial procedures
• Producing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Monitoring costs, margins, and performance against budget
• Managing banking, reconciliations, supplier payments, and automated invoicing
• Overseeing debt recovery and sales ledger performance
• Reviewing overheads, identifying savings, and driving efficiency
• Overseeing payroll (Sage) and ensuring accurate PAYE/NIC/CIS submissions
• Managing VAT returns, fixed assets, prepayments, accruals and WIP
• Handling insurance renewals and negotiating lease/HP agreements

You’ll be the financial backbone of the business – trusted, respected, and relied upon. Office & Operations Management You’ll also take the lead on ensuring the wider business runs smoothly:IT & Systems

• Managing relationships with external IT support partners
• Reviewing and improving IT needs and performance

HR Administration

• Managing personnel files, onboarding, contracts and right to work checks
• Coordinating recruitment, inductions, training and absence monitoring
• Supporting managers with HR processes and liaising with external HR advisors

Policies, Compliance & H&S

• Maintaining office policies, procedures, and emergency plans
• Acting as the site Health & Safety representative
• Ensuring accurate records, logs, and compliance documentation

Procurement & Supplier Management

• Sourcing office equipment and services
• Managing supplier relationships and ensuring value for money

Plus general administrative oversight to keep everything running efficiently.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Strong finance management experience, ideally within a small business
• Proficiency with Xero and confidence across office software
• Experience supervising or managing a small team
• Solid administrative and organisational skills
• AML/KYC experience is helpful, but training can be provided
• A proactive mindset, strong attention to detail, and a passion for improving processes

What you’ll get in return

• Flexible working options available.
• Excellent benefits package.
• Autonomy within this role.

What you need to do now
If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn’t quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. INDHAF #