Finance Transformation Manager – 12‑month Fixed‑Term

About the role

We are seeking a highly driven Finance & Legal Transformation Manager to lead complex legal entity restructuring and transformation initiatives for a Bristol‑based client. The role will own end‑to‑end delivery of a major legal merger and two restructuring programmes, coordinating across multiple functions and geographies.

Key responsibilities

• Lead cross‑functional workstreams including Legal, Tax, Group, IT, HR and Operations.
• Drive transformation activities from due diligence and planning through implementation and post‑transaction support.
• Manage external legal and tax advisors, providing timely financial and tax insights.
• Oversee project governance, action plans and change‑control processes.
• Identify, mitigate and escalate risks via the Restructuring Steering Committee.
• Collaborate with integration leads and finance SMEs (R2R, P2P, O2C) to ensure seamless delivery.
• Review and approve accounting entries, ensuring statutory, tax and regulatory compliance.
• Promote continuous improvement in systems, processes and ways of working.

Required profile

• ACCA or CIMA qualified (or equivalent) with at least 2 years post‑qualification experience.
• Strong background in management accounting and financial control.
• Proven experience delivering complex projects at Manager or Senior Manager level.
• Experience in legal entity restructuring is desirable.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Highly organised with strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.

Required skills

• Advanced IT proficiency, including Power BI.
• Experience with ERP systems, particularly Oracle.

What we offer

• Flexible working options.
• Opportunity to lead high‑impact, international transformation projects.
• Exposure to senior leadership and cross‑functional teams.
• A collaborative and dynamic working environment.