Finance Manager

Finance Manager Location: Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire (Office Based) Salary: £55,000 to £62,000 + Study Support + Excellent Benefits Hours: Monday to Friday, full time The Opportunity This is far more than a traditional Finance Manager position. We're looking for someone who enjoys being hands on with the day to day running of finance but is equally excited by the opportunity to shape, improve and build a finance function. As the most senior finance professional in the business, you'll have the autonomy to implement new processes, improve reporting, introduce best practice and become a key member of the leadership team. You'll work closely with the COO and play a significant role in supporting the company's continued growth. If you're ready to move beyond simply producing the numbers and want the opportunity to influence how finance operates within a growing business, this could be the ideal next step. The Role This is a varied role that combines operational finance with strategic improvement. You'll be responsible for ensuring the finance function runs smoothly on a daily basis while also identifying opportunities to improve systems, controls and reporting. You'll take ownership of the finance function, helping move it from a traditional transactional finance department into one that provides meaningful commercial insight to the wider business. Key Responsibilities Day to Day Finance ·Managing purchase and sales ledger ·Bank reconciliations ·VAT returns ·Credit control ·Payroll liaison with external accountants ·Supplier payment runs ·Month end close ·Management accounts preparation ·Cash flow forecasting ·Balance sheet reconciliations ·Supporting audit requirements Process Improvement & Commercial Finance ·Review and improve finance processes across the business ·Build and enhance the monthly management accounts process ·Develop meaningful financial reporting for the leadership team ·Improve financial controls and reporting accuracy ·Drive efficiencies through better use of systems and automation ·Become the finance lead for Microsoft Business Central ·Produce meaningful analysis around margins, profitability and cash flow ·Partner with senior stakeholders to support commercial decision making ·Help build a finance function that can support future business growth About You You'll enjoy getting involved in every aspect of finance. You're someone who isn't afraid of rolling your sleeves up to complete the day to day accounting but also naturally looks for better ways of doing things. You'll likely have: ·ACCA or CIMA finalist or recently qualified ·Strong experience across month end and management accounts ·Excellent knowledge of transactional finance ·Experience improving finance processes or implementing new ways of working ·Strong Excel skills and ERP experience ·Commercial awareness with the ability to explain financial information to non finance stakeholders ·A proactive approach and the confidence to take ownership Why Join? This is an opportunity to genuinely make your mark. You'll be joining a growing business where your ideas will be listened to and where you'll have real ownership of the finance function. Rather than inheriting an established finance department, you'll have the chance to build processes, improve reporting and create a finance function that supports future growth. For the right person, this role offers a clear pathway towards becoming a Financial Controller as the business continues to expand. If you're looking for a role where you can combine hands on finance with genuine business impact and long term career progression, we'd love to hear from you. Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, advertised by SMT Recruitment (Smart10 Ltd), acting as an employment agency/business. Your application will be considered alongside others, and we will contact you within three working days if you are shortlisted. SMT Recruitment is a multi-award-winning specialist recruitment consultancy providing temporary, contract, and permanent recruitment solutions across selected business sectors. To stay up to date with our latest opportunities, please visit our website, like us on Facebook, and follow us on Instagram or LinkedIn. Please refer to SMT's Privacy Policy for details on how we manage your data.