Finance Manager
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.
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
* 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
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