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Finance Manager

South East

£65000 - £70000 per annum, Benefits: Hybrid working, Bonus good Pension

Permanent

Posted 4 February 2026

Ref BH-228553-1

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Neil Povey

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Neil Povey

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Job description

Exceptional opportunity as Finance Manager to 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 an newly created role that you can make your own,  is perfectly suited to a candidate with one to 3 years post qualified experience looking to take a step into a hands-on Management role. Previous Management experience desirable.
 
Accountabilities and duties include:
 
  • Full ownership of monthly accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, and controls.
  • Strategic Reporting, including the 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.
  • Acting as the 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 1 to 3 years post qualified exposure and will have some exposure to mentoring or management to a small team
You will have the ability to balance technical precision combined with a friendly, proactive approach.
 
Desirables:
 
  • Tech Savvy: High level of computer literacy; you are an Excel Expert (XLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, modelling) capable of automating reports and deep-diving into data.
  • Empathetic Leader: A genuine passion for nurturing talent and developing a positive team culture.
  • Analytical and Commercial : Strong management accounting experience (IFRS preferred, although not essential) and the confidence to partner with senior stakeholders.
  • Adaptability: A "roll-up-your-sleeves" attitude perfect for a scaling, dynamic business.
Compensation includes:
  • Flexibility: Hybrid working to support your work-life balance.
  • Growth: A collaborative environment where your voice and career progression matter.
  • Wellbeing: 24 days holiday (increasing with service), Vitality package, and free on-site parking bonus



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