Financial Controller
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Location | Bristol |
| Area | South West, UK |
| Sector | Finance |
| Salary | GBP55000.00 - GBP65000 per annum + Benefits |
| Currency | GBP |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Zachary Daniels |
| Job Ref | BBBH33559_1748446956 |
- Description
Financial Controller | Greater Bristol | £55,000 - £65,000 | Leading Healthcare provider | Hybrid
Join a forward-thinking team at the cutting edge of healthcare innovation. Here, passionate professionals work together to transform lives through advanced medical science, compassionate care, and a relentless drive for excellence. This is an environment where your expertise and ideas fuel real progress, and where every day offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on individuals, families, and communities. Step into a role that's more than a job, be part of shaping the future of healthcare.The Role
The Financial Controller will take a leading role in overseeing all financial operations at the Bristol clinic, ensuring robust financial management, strategic planning, and compliance. Acting as a key business partner to the General Manager, this role is responsible for delivering high-quality financial insight, driving performance, and supporting the clinic's long-term growth and operational success.
Key Responsibilities
Lead all aspects of financial management for the clinic, including financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
Provide strategic financial guidance and analysis to the General Manager and senior leadership team, supporting decision-making and business planning
Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and insightful commentary
Develop and maintain strong financial controls, processes, and risk management frameworks to safeguard clinic assets and ensure compliance with internal and external requirements
Monitor and analyse clinic performance, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities, and proactively recommending actions to drive profitability and efficiency
Manage cash flow, working capital, and cost control initiatives to support the clinic's operational and strategic objectives
Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaising with external auditors and ensuring all statutory and regulatory requirements are met
Prepare and submit VAT returns and other statutory filings as required
Mentor and develop the clinic's finance team, promoting a culture of high performance, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Act as the primary finance point of contact for the General Manager and other operational leaders, translating financial information into actionable business insights
Lead or support finance-related projects and initiatives, including system improvements, business case development, and process optimisation
About You
Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience in a senior finance role
Demonstrated experience in financial leadership, ideally within a clinical, healthcare, or multi-site environment
Advanced technical knowledge of accounting standards, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance
Proven ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders and influence senior management
Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial systems (such as Sage, SAP, Oracle, or similar)
Experience managing and developing finance teams
Commercially astute with a proactive, hands-on approach to supporting business operations
What We Offer
A senior leadership role with direct impact on clinic performance and growth
Close collaboration with the General Manager and operational teams
Opportunities for professional development and career progression
A supportive and dynamic working environment
Competitive salary and benefits package
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