Job Description
Finance Manager - Group of Companies
Location: Hertford, HertfordshireSalary: £50,000 - £55,000 + Performance BonusWorking Arrangement: Hybrid or office based
The Opportunity
Join a well-established group of SME companies as Finance Manager, leading the finance function across multiple entities. Perfect for practice-trained accountants ready to transition into industry with genuine responsibility from day one.
What You'll Do as Finance Manager:
* Lead finance operations across the group companies
* Manage and develop 1 Assistant Accountant
* Prepare monthly management accounts and strategic reporting
* Drive budgeting, forecasting and business partnering
* Coordinate audits and ensure statutory compliance
* Implement process improvements and system enhancements
Essential Requirements
Qualifications: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualifiedBackground: Practice-trained with stable career progressionExperience: Ready for first move from practice to industrySkills: Strong technical accounting, team leadership potential, advanced Excel
What our Cleint Offer
Package: £50-55k + bonus, 25 days holiday, pensionFlexibility: Hybrid working - 3 days office, 2 days homeGrowth: Clear progression pathway in expanding groupDevelopment: investment and leadership mentoring
About Our Hertford Client
Established group of profitable SME companies based in Hertford. Known for stability, growth, and retaining talented people. Collaborative culture with the personal touch of smaller businesses combined with diverse commercial challenges.
Equal opportunities employer - all qualified candidates welcome.