Citadel Source are delighted to be partnering exclusively with a high-growth leisure and hospitality group to appoint a Group Head of Finance . This newly created role will be based at their main site between Bath and Bristol. About the client Our client is an innovative hospitality business operating a multifaceted model that brings together leisure activities, food and beverage, and accommodation. With a strong pipeline of new sites and a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences, the organisation is entering a significant phase of expansion and professionalisation. The role This is a pivotal appointment that will support the Finance Director in shaping the financial strategy and building a scalable finance function. The Group Head of Finance will play a central role in strengthening financial processes, improving reporting, and supporting commercial decision-making as the organisation grows. The role combines strategic influence with hands on involvement and will work closely with the wider finance team and senior operational leaders across the group. About you You will be a qualified accountant with strong technical grounding and commercial awareness. You will be comfortable operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and able to balance detail with broader strategic thinking. You will also bring the curiosity and adaptability needed to engage with the operational side of the business and identify opportunities for improvement. As a Group Head of Finance, your role will include, but not be limited to: Overseeing regular financial reporting and supporting the production of management information Acting as a key contact for external audit and financial compliance Supporting financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes Managing cash flow planning and contributing to financial modelling Developing board-level reporting and performance insights Ensuring financial systems and tools are effectively maintained and utilised Partnering with operational and commercial teams to support decision-making Identifying opportunities to improve processes, controls, and efficiency across the finance function Supporting the Finance Director with strategic projects and future site expansion What the client is looking for: A qualified accountant, ideally with practice experience and at least two years post-qualification Commercially minded with strong analytical skills Experienced in financial modelling and scenario planning Comfortable working in a dynamic, growing organisation Strong with systems and data, with advanced Excel capability An excellent communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders Highly organised, detail-focused, and able to manage multiple priorities Confident, proactive, and motivated by building and improving processes Comfortable working both independently and as part of a small, collaborative team What the client offers £70,000-£80,000, depending on experience Full-time, permanent role On-site working 4 days per week A range of employee benefits, including discounts, wellbeing initiatives, and team events Free parking and onsite perks Opportunities for development as the group expands Occasional travel to other sites will be required Core working hours are Monday-Friday, with some flexibility depending on business needs Sound like a good fit? If you are interested in this opportunity, please reach out to Oliver Price at Citadel Source .
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Citadel Source are delighted to be partnering exclusively with a high-growth leisure and hospitality group to appoint a Group Head of Finance . This newly created role will be based at their main site between Bath and Bristol. About the client Our client is an innovative hospitality business operating a multifaceted model that brings together leisure activities, food and beverage, and accommodation. With a strong pipeline of new sites and a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences, the organisation is entering a significant phase of expansion and professionalisation. The role This is a pivotal appointment that will support the Finance Director in shaping the financial strategy and building a scalable finance function. The Group Head of Finance will play a central role in strengthening financial processes, improving reporting, and supporting commercial decision-making as the organisation grows. The role combines strategic influence with hands on involvement and will work closely with the wider finance team and senior operational leaders across the group. About you You will be a qualified accountant with strong technical grounding and commercial awareness. You will be comfortable operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and able to balance detail with broader strategic thinking. You will also bring the curiosity and adaptability needed to engage with the operational side of the business and identify opportunities for improvement. As a Group Head of Finance, your role will include, but not be limited to: Overseeing regular financial reporting and supporting the production of management information Acting as a key contact for external audit and financial compliance Supporting financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes Managing cash flow planning and contributing to financial modelling Developing board-level reporting and performance insights Ensuring financial systems and tools are effectively maintained and utilised Partnering with operational and commercial teams to support decision-making Identifying opportunities to improve processes, controls, and efficiency across the finance function Supporting the Finance Director with strategic projects and future site expansion What the client is looking for: A qualified accountant, ideally with practice experience and at least two years post-qualification Commercially minded with strong analytical skills Experienced in financial modelling and scenario planning Comfortable working in a dynamic, growing organisation Strong with systems and data, with advanced Excel capability An excellent communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders Highly organised, detail-focused, and able to manage multiple priorities Confident, proactive, and motivated by building and improving processes Comfortable working both independently and as part of a small, collaborative team What the client offers £70,000-£80,000, depending on experience Full-time, permanent role On-site working 4 days per week A range of employee benefits, including discounts, wellbeing initiatives, and team events Free parking and onsite perks Opportunities for development as the group expands Occasional travel to other sites will be required Core working hours are Monday-Friday, with some flexibility depending on business needs Sound like a good fit? If you are interested in this opportunity, please reach out to Oliver Price at Citadel Source .
Citadel Source are delighted to be partnering exclusively with a high-growth leisure and hospitality group to appoint a Head of FP&A . This newly created role will be responsible for the development and ongoing management of the FP&A function. About the client Our client is a fast-growing, investor-backed SME with bold ambitions and a clear trajectory for continued expansion. The business has recently made substantial investments in strengthening its finance function, signalling a commitment to building a best-in-class operation. Following our successful placement of the technical counterpart to this position, the newly appointed Head of FP&A will play a pivotal role in shaping the refreshed senior leadership finance structure. In addition to leading the planning and performance agenda, this role will also elevate and reinforce the commercial capability of the organisation as part of a broader, high-impact remit. The role This is a pivotal appointment that will support the Finance Director in shaping the financial strategy and building a scalable finance function. The Head of FP&A will play a central role in strengthening financial processes, improving reporting, and supporting commercial decision-making as the organisation grows. The role combines strategic influence with hands-on involvement and will work closely with the wider finance team and senior operational leaders across the group. About you You will be a qualified accountant with strong technical grounding and commercial awareness. You will be comfortable operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and able to balance detail with broader strategic thinking. You will also bring the curiosity and adaptability needed to engage with the operational side of the business and identify opportunities for improvement. As a Head of FP&A, your role will include, but not be limited to: Lead the full budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning cycle, ensuring alignment with commercial and strategic goals Build and evolve robust financial models that are accurate, scalable, and consistent across the organisation Deliver scenario and sensitivity analysis to guide key strategic decisions, investments, and risk assessments Align planning cycles with monthly reporting and operational insight, working closely with the Head of Finance Own monthly performance reporting and board-level FP&A packs, delivering clear, forward-looking insight Track performance against budgets, forecasts and KPIs, driving accountability through data-led analysis Enhance dashboards and analytics to provide real-time visibility of business performance Act as a senior business partner to leaders across all departments, influencing decisions at SLT and Board level Lead financial modelling for strategic initiatives, pricing, bids, tenders, and new product/service development Own and improve costing models, partnering with Operations to ensure accurate, real-time cost bases and margin visibility Develop and mentor the FP&A and commercial teams, building a high-performance, insight-driven culture Champion financial governance and continuous improvement, maintaining best-practice standards and driving enhancements in forecasting, modelling, and reporting What the client offers £75,000 to £85,000 - depending on experience Full-time, permanent role On-site working 3 days per week A range of employee benefits, including discounts, wellbeing initiatives, and team events Free parking and onsite perks Opportunities for development/progression Sound like a good fit? If you are interested in this opportunity, please reach out to Dan Morris at Citadel Source .
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Citadel Source are delighted to be partnering exclusively with a high-growth leisure and hospitality group to appoint a Head of FP&A . This newly created role will be responsible for the development and ongoing management of the FP&A function. About the client Our client is a fast-growing, investor-backed SME with bold ambitions and a clear trajectory for continued expansion. The business has recently made substantial investments in strengthening its finance function, signalling a commitment to building a best-in-class operation. Following our successful placement of the technical counterpart to this position, the newly appointed Head of FP&A will play a pivotal role in shaping the refreshed senior leadership finance structure. In addition to leading the planning and performance agenda, this role will also elevate and reinforce the commercial capability of the organisation as part of a broader, high-impact remit. The role This is a pivotal appointment that will support the Finance Director in shaping the financial strategy and building a scalable finance function. The Head of FP&A will play a central role in strengthening financial processes, improving reporting, and supporting commercial decision-making as the organisation grows. The role combines strategic influence with hands-on involvement and will work closely with the wider finance team and senior operational leaders across the group. About you You will be a qualified accountant with strong technical grounding and commercial awareness. You will be comfortable operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and able to balance detail with broader strategic thinking. You will also bring the curiosity and adaptability needed to engage with the operational side of the business and identify opportunities for improvement. As a Head of FP&A, your role will include, but not be limited to: Lead the full budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning cycle, ensuring alignment with commercial and strategic goals Build and evolve robust financial models that are accurate, scalable, and consistent across the organisation Deliver scenario and sensitivity analysis to guide key strategic decisions, investments, and risk assessments Align planning cycles with monthly reporting and operational insight, working closely with the Head of Finance Own monthly performance reporting and board-level FP&A packs, delivering clear, forward-looking insight Track performance against budgets, forecasts and KPIs, driving accountability through data-led analysis Enhance dashboards and analytics to provide real-time visibility of business performance Act as a senior business partner to leaders across all departments, influencing decisions at SLT and Board level Lead financial modelling for strategic initiatives, pricing, bids, tenders, and new product/service development Own and improve costing models, partnering with Operations to ensure accurate, real-time cost bases and margin visibility Develop and mentor the FP&A and commercial teams, building a high-performance, insight-driven culture Champion financial governance and continuous improvement, maintaining best-practice standards and driving enhancements in forecasting, modelling, and reporting What the client offers £75,000 to £85,000 - depending on experience Full-time, permanent role On-site working 3 days per week A range of employee benefits, including discounts, wellbeing initiatives, and team events Free parking and onsite perks Opportunities for development/progression Sound like a good fit? If you are interested in this opportunity, please reach out to Dan Morris at Citadel Source .
Citadel Source are pleased to be exclusively partnering alongside a fast-growing and highly acquisitive client to appoint a newly created Financial Controller opportunity. You will work closely alongside the FD to provide clear and accurate financial information and drive clarity and improvements across the finance function. About you This opportunity will suit a proactive, qualified accountant with several years of post-qualified experience operating in a varied and autonomous business environment. You will enjoy the detail and be hands-on in nature. You will have worked in a growing business with experience in the professional services sector and be confident operating in a change/improvement focussed environment. The role This is a newly formed role, born out of growth/acquisition across the group. This is a rare opportunity for someone who is comfortable operating within a remote working setup who is both self-sufficient and proactive. Your role will naturally be very varied, including a range of monthly reporting tasks as well as ongoing process improvement tasks. As a Group Financial Controller, your role will include, but not be limited to : Ownership of all financial control and reporting across the Group Oversee and meet all financial reporting deadlines as required Develop and produce a regular management information pack (daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly), including cash-flow statements and management accounts Oversee account reconciliation and ensure accurate financial data is produced effectively and on time Responsibility for overseeing finOps processes (AP/AR/Cash/banking/Payroll) Lead a small finance team and work in a matrix finance structure Ongoing research and implementation of reporting standards (IFRS 3, IFRS 15, IFRS16 as an example) Manage the external audit process - from choosing auditors, maintaining the relationship, and supporting the annual audit Assist the FD with ongoing process improvement/automation projects Any other ad-hoc responsibilities are required by the FD/CFO What the client is looking for: A qualified accountant, with at least 3 years post-qualification Commercially minded with strong analytical skills Experienced in financial modelling and scenario planning Comfortable working in a dynamic, growing organisation Strong with systems and data, with advanced Excel capability An excellent communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders Highly organised, detail-focused, and able to manage multiple priorities Confident, proactive, and motivated by building and improving processes Comfortable working both independently and as part of a small, collaborative team What the client has to offer Salary up to £80kp/a Car allowance 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Remote Working Career Progression opportunities Sound like a good fit? If you are interested in discussing this role, please reach out to Jesse Howes at Citadel Source Due to the high volume of applications we expect to obtain on this vacancy, we may not be able to respond to everyone individually. If you haven't heard back within 2 weeks, please assume your application has been unsuccessful
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Citadel Source are pleased to be exclusively partnering alongside a fast-growing and highly acquisitive client to appoint a newly created Financial Controller opportunity. You will work closely alongside the FD to provide clear and accurate financial information and drive clarity and improvements across the finance function. About you This opportunity will suit a proactive, qualified accountant with several years of post-qualified experience operating in a varied and autonomous business environment. You will enjoy the detail and be hands-on in nature. You will have worked in a growing business with experience in the professional services sector and be confident operating in a change/improvement focussed environment. The role This is a newly formed role, born out of growth/acquisition across the group. This is a rare opportunity for someone who is comfortable operating within a remote working setup who is both self-sufficient and proactive. Your role will naturally be very varied, including a range of monthly reporting tasks as well as ongoing process improvement tasks. As a Group Financial Controller, your role will include, but not be limited to : Ownership of all financial control and reporting across the Group Oversee and meet all financial reporting deadlines as required Develop and produce a regular management information pack (daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly), including cash-flow statements and management accounts Oversee account reconciliation and ensure accurate financial data is produced effectively and on time Responsibility for overseeing finOps processes (AP/AR/Cash/banking/Payroll) Lead a small finance team and work in a matrix finance structure Ongoing research and implementation of reporting standards (IFRS 3, IFRS 15, IFRS16 as an example) Manage the external audit process - from choosing auditors, maintaining the relationship, and supporting the annual audit Assist the FD with ongoing process improvement/automation projects Any other ad-hoc responsibilities are required by the FD/CFO What the client is looking for: A qualified accountant, with at least 3 years post-qualification Commercially minded with strong analytical skills Experienced in financial modelling and scenario planning Comfortable working in a dynamic, growing organisation Strong with systems and data, with advanced Excel capability An excellent communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders Highly organised, detail-focused, and able to manage multiple priorities Confident, proactive, and motivated by building and improving processes Comfortable working both independently and as part of a small, collaborative team What the client has to offer Salary up to £80kp/a Car allowance 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Remote Working Career Progression opportunities Sound like a good fit? If you are interested in discussing this role, please reach out to Jesse Howes at Citadel Source Due to the high volume of applications we expect to obtain on this vacancy, we may not be able to respond to everyone individually. If you haven't heard back within 2 weeks, please assume your application has been unsuccessful
Citadel Source are delighted to be supporting a fast-growing retail business in recruiting a Finance Business Partner . This is a key role within a high-performing finance team, helping to scale and professionalise the finance function. The role Our client provides end-to-end event solutions across food & beverage, retail, technology, and logistics. This role will focus on the food & beverages arm of the business, driving excellence and efficiency in one of the key strategic pillars of the business. As a Finance Business Partner, your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: Work closely with commercial, operational, and senior leadership teams to provide clear, actionable financial insight Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes Deliver monthly management reporting and variance analysis Identify opportunities for growth, cost savings, and improved efficiency Challenge assumptions and support data-driven decision-making Be a key contributor to cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the business Create better MI in the logistics arm of the business to report to senior finance Develop a KPI pack to manage and drive the expansion of the division 2 direct reports What the client is looking for Fully Qualified Accountant Experience of managing relationships and being able to impact and influence senior non-financial management Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to express financial information to non-financial colleagues Experience of performing detailed financial performance analysis, with high standards, accuracy, and presentation Excellent planning and time management skills with the ability to meet exacting deadlines Mixture of analytical, commercial and persuasion skills Sage experience desirable Line management experience What the client has to offer 28 days holiday allowance + bank holidays Bonus Scheme Regular team lunches & team socials Sound like a good fit? For more information on this exciting opportunity, please apply or reach out to Jesse Howes at Citadel Source.
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Citadel Source are delighted to be supporting a fast-growing retail business in recruiting a Finance Business Partner . This is a key role within a high-performing finance team, helping to scale and professionalise the finance function. The role Our client provides end-to-end event solutions across food & beverage, retail, technology, and logistics. This role will focus on the food & beverages arm of the business, driving excellence and efficiency in one of the key strategic pillars of the business. As a Finance Business Partner, your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: Work closely with commercial, operational, and senior leadership teams to provide clear, actionable financial insight Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes Deliver monthly management reporting and variance analysis Identify opportunities for growth, cost savings, and improved efficiency Challenge assumptions and support data-driven decision-making Be a key contributor to cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the business Create better MI in the logistics arm of the business to report to senior finance Develop a KPI pack to manage and drive the expansion of the division 2 direct reports What the client is looking for Fully Qualified Accountant Experience of managing relationships and being able to impact and influence senior non-financial management Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to express financial information to non-financial colleagues Experience of performing detailed financial performance analysis, with high standards, accuracy, and presentation Excellent planning and time management skills with the ability to meet exacting deadlines Mixture of analytical, commercial and persuasion skills Sage experience desirable Line management experience What the client has to offer 28 days holiday allowance + bank holidays Bonus Scheme Regular team lunches & team socials Sound like a good fit? For more information on this exciting opportunity, please apply or reach out to Jesse Howes at Citadel Source.
