Finance Manager

We are working with our growing SME business, near Bishops Stortford, to find a new Finance Manager. The company operates in a fast-paced environment and is seeking an experienced, hands-on Finance Manager to strengthen financial control, improve reporting, and support ongoing growth.This would suit a Finance Manager who enjoys being close to the numbers and driving process improvement. You''ll take ownership of day-to-day finance operations while partnering closely with the MD and wider leadership team to provide clear insight into performance and profitability.The role will be required on site with the potential for 1 day per week hybrid following probation.Assignment DetailsFull ownership of day-to-day finance (ledgers, bank recs, payroll)Monthly management accounts, cashflow forecasting and variance analysisImproving systems, controls and reportingWorking closely with the MD and external accountantsBudgeting, forecasting and year-end supportCommercial insight and support to the businessReviewing invoicing, job costing and project profitabilityEnsuring compliance across VAT, PAYE etcSkills RequiredQualified or QBE accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent).Strong technical grounding with an appetite for hands-on involvement.Proven experience in an SME or owner-managed business environment.Commercially focused, proactive, and comfortable driving change.Excellent systems skills (e.g. Xero, Sage, or similar) and confident with Excel reporting.Collaborative, pragmatic, and ..... full job details .....