Exceptional opportunity as Finance Manager
Join a high‑growth multi‑site business with head offices in North Hertfordshire (excellent hybrid working). Reporting to the Head of Finance, you’ll lead a small, dedicated team within a people‑driven business on a positive trajectory.
This is a chance to join a successful business in a newly created role that you can make your own, perfectly suited to a candidate with one to three years post‑qualified experience looking to step into a hands‑on management role. Previous management experience is desirable.
Accountabilities and duties
- Full ownership of monthly accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, and controls.
- Strategic reporting, including production of high‑quality insights for senior leadership and external partners.
- Commercial support: lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to drive growth.
- Process improvements: identify and implement smarter ways of working and system improvements.
- Leadership and development of a small team, including appraisals and development plans.
- Act as key support to the Head of Finance and CFO in driving profitability, sharing ideas and actively playing a role in the growth of the business.
The ideal candidate will have one to three years post‑qualified exposure and some exposure to mentoring or managing a small team. You will balance technical precision with a friendly, proactive approach.
Desirables
- Tech‑savvy: high level of computer literacy; Excel expert (XLOOKUPs, pivot tables, modelling) capable of automating reports and deep‑diving into data.
- Empathetic leader: genuine passion for nurturing talent and developing a positive team culture.
- Analytical and commercial: strong management accounting experience (IFRS preferred, not essential) and confidence to partner with senior stakeholders.
- Adaptability: roll‑up‑your‑sleeves attitude perfect for a scaling, dynamic business.
Compensation includes
- Flexibility: hybrid working to support work‑life balance.
- Growth: collaborative environment where your voice and career progression matter.
- Wellbeing: 24 days holiday (increasing with service), vitality package, and free on‑site parking bonus.
