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Finance Manager Job | Engineering Company | Hemel Hempstead | £50,000-£65,000 Your new company A well-established and growing engineering business is seeking a qualified Finance Manager to join their finance team. The organisation has experienced strong growth and is now restructuring the finance function to support future expansion. You will be joining a collaborative team of five, working in an environment where autonomy and accountability are encouraged. Your new role Reporting into the Financial Controller, you will act as a key deputy and play a pivotal role in strengthening the reporting and audit processes. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accountant who enjoys ownership and making improvements. Key responsibilities will include: • Leading and managing the audit process, ensuring timely and accurate delivery, • Supporting statutory reporting and financial compliance, • Acting as a deputy to the Financial Controller, • Improving and streamlining reporting processes as the business continues to grow, • Working closely with senior stakeholders, including exposure to the Managing Director, • Supporting a small finance team, including mentoring less qualified staff, • This role offers a high degree of autonomy, with a leadership style that promotes independent decision-making rather than micromanagement. What you'll need to succeed • Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA), • Strong background in audit or practice (preferred), • Proven experience in audit and statutory reporting, • Confident communicator with the ability to engage senior stakeholders, • Proactive mindset with a willingness to improve processes What you'll get in return • Salary of £50,000 - £65,000, • Hybrid working (typically 4 days in the office, flexibility offered), • Opportunity to step into a deputy leadership role within a growing business, • Exposure to senior leadership, including direct interaction with the MD, • Autonomy and trust to make decisions and shape the role What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4798666

ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant Group Financial Controller based in St Albans / Hybrid Main function of job:The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the whole firm. Working through the internal Finance team, you will be expected to secure robust financial control, provide accurate reporting and ensure that they are compliant with regulatory requirements. In this way you will help provide financial guidance to senior management with timely, high-quality insights to drive performance, profitability and sustainable growth. Financial Control and Reporting: • Review the monthly management accounts, and prepare reports for partner meetings and the management committee., • Manage and oversee the month-end closing process, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded and reported in a timely manner. A key objective will be to streamline and reduce our month end close process., • Ensure all reporting from their practice management software, CCH, is accurate and reconciled., • Responsibility for ensuring all accounting and calculations required to maintain partner capital accounts are completed timely and accurately, as well as all necessary reporting., • Prepare and present accurate and timely financial statements, and coordinate and manage the annual audit process. Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Budgeting, Forecasting and Performance: • Manage the annual budget process and oversee subsequent reforecasting as appropriate., • Conduct financial analysis and provide insights to support business decision-making, including regular flash reporting and KPIs for partners., • Ensure charge out rates are appropriately set and communicated across the firm. Cashflow and Working Capital: • Monitor cash flow and manage working capital requirements., • Oversee the credit control function, ensuring timely collection of outstanding balances, accurate debtor reporting, and effective processes to minimize overdue accounts., • Maintain and manage their banking relationship with HSBC to ensure smooth and efficient banking operations. Compliance and Governance: • Oversee client accounts in line with the ICAEW client money regulations, ensuring that all client funds are handled and recorded accurately., • Oversee the preparation and review of their VAT returns, ensuring they are accurately compiled and submitted in compliance with all relevant regulations., • Work closely with HR to ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time, including managing employee benefits and deductions. Ensure all payroll-related reporting and compliance requirements are met., • Support tax planning and compliance for the group. Leadership and Team Management: • Manage and oversee the daily operations of the finance department., • On an ongoing basis, lead, mentor, and develop the internal finance team., • Allocate work effectively and ensure high standards of accuracy and timeliness., • Support succession planning and continuous improvement within the finance function. Systems and Process Improvement: • Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and controls., • Work with the project team looking to ensure that CCH is fit for purpose. Strategic support: • Collaborate with senior management to develop and implement strategic plans and initiatives., • Act as a trusted financial advisor to partners and senior leadership supporting the work of the COO., • Support with the financial details of strategic initiatives the COO is being required to work on for the partnership., • Provide financial input into business planning and decision-making with key stakeholders across the business. Key systems used: • Practice Management System (CCH)., • SharePoint., • Staffology Payroll., • Microsoft Outlook., • Microsoft Office Suite. Qualifications required:ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant with a minimum of 10 years of experience in finance and accounting, and at least 5 years in a leadership role. Experience required: • Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements., • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills., • Proven ability to manage and develop a team., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills., • Advanced proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite., • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment., • High level of integrity and ethical standards, • Demonstrated ability to be proactive and continuously seek out opportunities for change and improvement. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. # 4777763

NLB Solutions are working with a business in St Albans that are looking for a new Group Financial Controller due to promotion. The role requires someone that is used to managing teams on a regular basis and deal with senior decision makers. The business are looking for a Practice trained individual that has been qualified ACA or ACCA for at least 5 years and that has experience of working in a financial controller capacity and has a proven capacity to improve processes and procedures to make the accounting functions running more efficiently over time.\nThe business offer excellent development and growth opportunities and training that will help to grow the individual to the next phase of their career. With parking and close to local amenities, the offices offer an excellent working environment.\nDuties:\n Manage and oversee the daily operations of the finance department.\n On an ongoing basis, lead, mentor, and develop the internal finance team.\n Allocate work effectively and ensure high standards of accuracy and timeliness.\n Support succession planning and continuous improvement within the finance function.\n Review the monthly management accounts, and prepare reports for partner meetings and the management committee.\n Manage and oversee the month-end closing process, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded and reported in a timely manner. A key objective will be to streamline and reduce our month end close process.\n Ensure all reporting from our accounts management software is accurate and reconciled.\n Responsibility for ensuring all accounting and calculations required to maintain partner capital accounts are completed timely and accurately, as well as all necessary reporting.\n Prepare and present accurate and timely financial statements, and coordinate and manage the annual audit process. Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.\n Manage the annual budget process and oversee subsequent reforecasting as appropriate.\n Conduct financial analysis and provide insights to support business decision-making, including regular flash reporting and KPIs for partners.\n Ensure charge out rates are appropriately set and communicated across the firm.\n Monitor cash flow and manage working capital requirements.\n Oversee the credit control function, ensuring timely collection of outstanding balances, accurate debtor reporting, and effective processes to minimize overdue accounts.\n Maintain and manage our banking relationship to ensure smooth and efficient banking operations.\n Collaborate with senior management to develop and implement strategic plans and initiatives.\nPerson Spec:\n Must be a qualified accountant ACA or ACCA\n Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements.\n Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.\n Proven ability to manage and develop a team.\n Strong communication and interpersonal skills.\n Advanced proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.\n Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.\n High level of integrity and ethical standards\n * Demonstrated ability to be proactive and continuously seek out opportunities for change and improvement

The Candidate /n/n You are likely an experienced Financial Controller or Finance Manager from a manufacturing or engineering environment, technically strong across reporting, forecasting and controls, and commercially minded. The Opportunity /n/n Reporting to the Managing Director and working al

Selecta in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a Junior Credit Controller to join their finance team.

SRM Recruitment in Hatfield, UK, seeks a detail-oriented individual to support the Group Financial Controller.

Rayden Solicitors in St Albans is looking for an experienced Financial Controller to lead financial reporting and ensure regulatory compliance.

The Part-Time Finance People is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to support a portfolio of SME clients in St Albans.

SITE ADMINISTRATOR/DOCUMENT CONTROLLER HATFIELD SALARY CIRCA £35 - 40,000 DEPENIDNG ON EXPERIENCE Our client is a prominent civils company based in Hatfield, specialising in delivering high-quality commercial projects across Manufacturing, Data Centres, Food Logistics and the Pharma sectors. As part of their expanding team, they are seeking an organised and enthusiastic Office Admin Support professional to assist with document control, Health & Safety (H&S) support, procurement and general office administration. This role offers great potential for career progression based on the area you are passionate about. You will report to the Office Manager but will have working relationships with the whole team including the Directors. Our client is committed to supporting the professional development of their employees. This role offers a unique opportunity to progress your career in either Compliance, Health & Safety (H&S), Document Control or Procurement, with potential to move into more specialised roles. They offer training and mentorship, as well as the opportunity to gain recognised industry qualifications, enabling you to take on more responsibility and grow within the company. Key Responsibilities: Document Control Manage, organise, and maintain project-related documents, ensuring all records are properly filed, up-to-date, and accessible. Implement and maintain document control procedures, ensuring version control and document compliance. Assist project teams with document preparation, distribution, and tracking for all commercial projects. Ensure that all documentation meets company standards and external regulatory requirements. Collate and manage the O&M process for the end of each job. Health & Safety Support (H&S) Assist in preparing, updating, and filing key H&S documents, such as risk assessments, method statements, and safety audits. Ensure that all site personnel and subcontractors have the necessary certifications and documentation in line with H&S requirements. Maintain training records and support the team in organising H&S training and inductions for staff. Assist in monitoring site safety compliance and help coordinate site audits and inspections. General Office Administration Handle day-to-day administrative tasks, including answering calls, responding to emails, and managing correspondence. Schedule meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes, and follow up on action points. Order and manage office supplies, equipment, and inventory to ensure the smooth running of office operations. Assist with basic finance-related tasks, including invoice tracking and expense management. Team & Project Support Provide general administrative support to project managers, site teams, and the wider office team. Ensure personnel records are maintained and kept up-to-date, including contracts, certifications, and training documentation. Skills & Qualifications Previous experience in an administrative role, ideally within the construction or commercial project sectors. Great organisational skills with attention to detail to ensure you have the foundations to learn document control systems and procedures. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and experience with document management systems. Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritise effectively. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work well in a team as well as independently. Benefits Competitive salary based on experience. 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays. Professional development and training opportunities to advance your career. A supportive and inclusive workplace. Should this excellent Office Admin Assistant opportunity be of interest to you, please forward your CV to Anna Maguire. Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response, occasionally due to the high volume of applications this cannot always be possible and we are only able to contact shortlisted candidates. We will keep your details on file and may contact you with future opportunities

Head of Finance Location: Hemel Hempstead Salary: Up to £80,000 + Benefits Position: Full-time, Permanent About the Business We are exclusively partnering with a highly successful, growing commercial business to recruit a hands-on Head of Finance. The company operates as a lean, profitable UK commercial hub backed by a major global parent group. Due to a strategic restructuring and a push for greater localized control, the business is completely insourcing its financial operations. This creates an exciting, clean-slate opportunity for a finance leader to shape an entire function from the ground up. The Role This is a highly autonomous, standalone position that requires a unique blend of technical accounting capability and a "roll-your-sleeves-up" attitude. You will not just be reviewing the numbers; you will be entirely responsible for producing them. The immediate priority will be leading a smooth transition project to bring all accounting functions completely in-house, designing new workflows, and establishing robust internal controls. Key Responsibilities: * Project-manage the full insourcing and optimisation of the UK entity's accounting functions. Take complete ownership of the preparation and timely production of monthly management accounts and statutory financial statements. Manage all localized financial reporting, corporate tax alignment, and VAT compliance. Establish, implement, and tighten internal controls, commercial processes, and financial systems. Provide clear financial commentary, budgeting, and forecasting directly to executive leadership. Act as the primary UK point of contact for external auditors, banks, and the international group finance team. The Ideal Candidate: Qualification: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified is highly preferred. Background: This role is a perfect match for a high-caliber Accountancy Practice 2nd mover looking for their next step in industry, or an experienced SME Finance Manager/Controller used to running a lean, highly hands-on department. Technical Capability: A proven track record of personally producing full sets of statutory and management accounts from scratch is non-negotiable. Mindset: An adaptable, organized "all-rounder" who is equally comfortable dealing with high-level strategy as they are handling day-to-day, granular accounting tasks. Previous experience working within an international group or subsidiary framework is advantageous but not essential

A recruitment agency is seeking a Financial Controller based in Hertford. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in management accounting, a finance qualification, and strong analytical and leadership skills.

A leading financial management firm in St Albans is seeking an experienced Group Financial Controller to oversee the finance department and lead the finance team.

The ideal candidate should have a BSc degree in Accounting and Finance and experience in a manufacturing finance role. TE Connectivity in the United Kingdom is seeking a Plant Controller to be a key business partner to the Plant Manager, focusing on financial analysis and operational decision-making

Possible temporary to permanent opportunity.Our client is an SME organisation found within the Business Services sector.Headquartered in Solihull, they have a strong regional presence, the team is driven by innovation and they pride themselves in offering tailored solutions to their clients.Full dai

The UK Financial Controller will be a business partner for the brands based in the UK, helping with commercial decision support. Support preparation of monthly results and commentary to Group Finance on a timely basis. Support preparation of corporation tax computations and filings, working with Gro

Credit Controller - Alderley Edge - Temporary - up to £30K. We are seeking an experienced Credit Controller to join our client based in Alderley Edge.

A recruitment and consulting agency is seeking a diligent Credit Controller in Borehamwood.

A leading laboratory supplies company in the UK is seeking a proactive Credit Controller to support their finance team in Hessle.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Credit Controller to join a leading business in their finance team. Credit Controller Salary: £30k + bonus and excellent benefits, Hybrid: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in the Chineham, Basingstoke office with the option to work from home on Monday and Friday. W

A leading financial services company in Buckinghamshire seeks a UK Financial Controller to manage financial reporting and internal controls.

Manage the US finance team (based in the UK) and help achieve finance departments objectives. A finance qualification CIMA/ACCA or equivalent.

Director, Finance and Commercial The Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority (IPSA). The Director, Finance and Commercial leads an efficient and effective high-performing service that delivers IPSA s statutory responsibilities accurately and with confidence. You ll ensure IPSA s finance and co

The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and communication skills, experience managing finance systems, and a keen ability to drive change in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll likely already be operating as a Group FC or senior finance leader within an SME environment and be looking for a role that offers genuine progression and broader exposure. Group Financial Controller (Manufacturing / Wholesale & Distribution). Looking for an excellent opportunity to broaden

A leading B2B technology asset in the United Kingdom is seeking a Group Financial Controller to support the CFO. This role involves overseeing compliance and governance, leading the finance function, and implementing robust financial processes.

This role sits within the Finance Leadership team, reporting to the Head of Finance. You’ll lead both the corporate finance function across UK and overseas entities, as well as the finance operations team, ensuring compliance and driving process improvements. Qualified accountant with 5+ years in

We are currently looking for a Group Financial Controller to join the financial leadership team in a high-energy, dynamic and fast-paced environment. The Group Financial Controller will play a pivotal role in producing the Group’s financial reporting, planning and budget management in an accurate

A high-growth organization in London is seeking a Group Financial Controller to join its expanding finance team.

Drive finance transformation initiatives: systems improvements, automation, reporting tools, and data quality. Lead and develop a high-performing finance team, setting standards and accountability across countries. Build strong relationships with external partners: auditors, tax advisors, banks, leg

A leading finance recruitment firm is seeking a Divisional Financial Controller in Central London.

Experience implementing and managing finance systems in a growing business.

Reporting directly to the Owners, you will manage the accounting team and be responsible for effective management and control of the finance function, as well as strategic finance, reporting and projects. I help businesses and individuals with Finance, HR and general Head Office recruitment and staf

Morgan Mckinley are supporting a PE backed business in their search for a Group Financial Controller, you will be the backbone of the finance function. You will lead the core finance team and oversee the FP&A function to ensure that our commercial decisions are backed by "one version of the truth.

Headstar is seeking a Group Financial Controller based in West Yorkshire.

Barden are delighted to be assisting a rapidly growing international company based in Westmeath to identify a Group Financial Controller to join their finance team in a permanent role. Group Financial Controller – Manufacturing – Westmeath. This opportunity would suit a finance professional with

Acting as a trusted partner to senior management, Group Finance and external auditors, the Divisional Financial Controller will provide strong technical leadership and financial oversight across their jurisdictions, with 5 direct reports and support from the international FSSC. Divisional Financial

A multi-entity group in the healthcare sector is seeking a hands-on Group Financial Controller to drive financial operations and statutory compliance across international entities. The successful candidate will oversee the group reporting process, manage cash flow and working capital, and lead a hig

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Group Financial Controller for a Hampshire-based organization.

A high-growth, multi-entity international group is seeking to appoint a commercially astute and technically strong Group Financial Controller to play a pivotal leadership role within its finance function. We are seeking a Head of Finance / Group Finance lead (ACA/ACCA/ CIMA or equivalent) with signi

Candidates will gain mentorship from senior finance leaders and benefit from a structured pathway to a Financial Controller role.

Industry & Commerce, a leading leisure and hospitality business in the United Kingdom, is seeking an ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified professional to join their finance function at the Senior Leadership level. This position involves managing a team of 4, overseeing group controllership and FP&A functions, an

Morgan McKinley (Milton Keynes) is looking for a Group Financial Controller to lead the finance function of a private-equity backed business.

Accounting/Auditing, Management, and Finance. Interim & Permanent Recruitment Specialist – Finance and Accountancy. Sheridan Maine is proud to be partnering with a large well established, Hampshire based organisation to recruit for a Group Financial Controller position.

A leading independent commodity trading company in Central London is seeking a Group Financial Controller to join its financial leadership team.

A leading leisure and hospitality business is looking to recruit an ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified candidate to join its finance function. As part of the Senior Leadership team and managing a direct team of 4, you will have oversight of group controllership and FP&A functions. Oversight of the Shared Finan

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to manage finance functions and contribute to strategic growth.

This role will suit a Financial Controller/Head of Finance at a private capital-backed software/technology asset, ideally with a practice background. Group Financial Controller, Private Equity Owned Technology. We are excited to be retained by a leading B2B technology asset to appoint a Group Financ