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Finance Manager
Finance Manager – Black Bull Biochar
About Black Bull Biochar
Black Bull Biochar (BBB) is a growing UK company scaling the use of biochar—a carbon-rich material that improves soil health, livestock and crop resilience, and enhances carbon removal from the atmosphere. The company is entering an exciting expansion phase, expanding presence across Edinburgh, London, and Manchester, and building a team to shape the future of regenerative agriculture and carbon removal.
About the Role
We are seeking a financially astute, hands-on professional to take ownership of the finance function in a fast-growing agri-tech business. You must balance detail-oriented precision with a big-picture strategic perspective. While we will invest in your development, we need someone who brings experience, passion, and confidence from day one with an entrepreneurial mindset.
Key Responsibilities
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Day-to-day operations:
- Management of accounts payable & receivable
- Cash flow monitoring and optimisation
- Xero bookkeeping and bank reconciliations
- Processing and reconciling employee expenses and credit cards
- Preparation of monthly management accounts
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Reporting & investor relations:
- Creation of quarterly investor/shareholder finance packs
- Budgeting and forecasting support
- Ownership of monthly payroll in collaboration with the external payroll accountant
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Regulatory compliance:
- VAT, PAYE, and duty filings with HMRC
- Loan servicing, including repayments, interest calculations, covenant monitoring, and compliance reporting
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Grant & project finance:
- Supporting grant-funded project finances, including drawdown claims and spend tracking
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Business strategy & investment support:
- Product costing & pricing analysis, including unit economics and contribution margin modelling
- Assisting with future fundraising rounds and investor due diligence
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Year-end & external engagements:
- Preparation of year-end accounts in coordination with external accountants
What We Are Looking For
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- 4–5 years’ experience in a finance role, preferably in an SME or scale-up environment
- Part-qualified or working towards full qualification in ACA, ACCA, or CIMA (study support provided)
- Advanced Xero Bookkeeping skills
- Experience managing grant-funded projects
- Strong organisation skills, attention to detail, and the ability to reprioritise under pressure
- Excellent communication abilities, with the capacity to translate financial data for internal teams, investors, or funders
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What You Will Gain From Us
- Impactful, forward-thinking work in a fast-paced start-up at the cutting edge of climate tech innovation
- The opportunity to grow and shape a business in its early stages, defining its future
- Comprehensive health insurance, including dental, optical, and mental health cover
- 25 days’ annual leave per year (excluding bank holidays), plus the option to:
- Work remotely for two weeks annually
- Purchase up to 5 additional days of leave
- The chance to contribute to a greener future through carbon removal, soil restoration, and decarbonisation efforts
Application Details
How to Apply:
Press the ‘Apply Now’ button or email a CV and cover letter explaining why you’d be a great fit to:
team@blackbullbiochar.com
Subject line: Finance Manager
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Eligibility: At this time, BBB can only accept applicants who are UK-based and have the right to work in the UK.
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