Finance Manager Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 benefits Location: Hatfield, Hertfordshire (Office-based - 1 day per week WFH optional) Permanent | Full-time The Opportunity This is a newly created Finance Manager role within a fast-growing, highly successful SME operating in a market with huge long-term potential. With a current turnover of around £50m and growing rapidly, the business is entering an exciting phase of development, with future growth driven by a blend of organic expansion and strategic M&A activity. Unlike many organisations that talk about culture, this is a business that genuinely lives and breathes it. People enjoy coming to work, care deeply about what they do, and are proud of the values they represent. This is an opportunity to become part of something special - a genuine success story built by great people. The role reports directly to the Finance Director, providing strong exposure, influence and the chance to play a key role in shaping the finance function during a period of rapid growth. The Role As Finance Manager, you will take responsibility for the management accounting and financial reporting function, while leading and developing a small finance team. This is a hands-on leadership role, requiring strong technical capability alongside the ability to coach, mentor and develop others. Key responsibilities include: Ownership of the monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls Production of high-quality financial and management reporting for senior leadership and external stakeholders Leading budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis to support commercial decision-making Oversight of invoicing, credit control, reconciliations and payment processes Responsibility for core finance activities including VAT, corporation tax, payroll and statutory requirements Driving continuous improvement across finance processes, systems and reporting as the business scales Acting as a trusted finance partner to the Finance Director during a period of growth and change The role is predominantly office-based, reflecting the collaborative and people-focused culture of the business. That said, flexibility is available, with one day per week working from home for those who find this works best for them. The team values being together, sharing ideas and supporting one another, and this balance helps maintain a strong sense of connection while recognising individual preferences. About You This role would suit either: A recently qualified accountant looking to take the next step into managing an all-encompassing finance function, or An experienced Finance Manager excited by the challenge of contributing to the continued growth of a dynamic SME You will be fully professionally qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) and comfortable operating in a hands-on environment where accuracy, ownership and leadership are essential. You will bring: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification (essential) Strong experience in management accounting and financial reporting A genuine passion for people leadership, coaching and development A hands-on, proactive approach with the ability to improve and evolve processes Excellent communication skills and the confidence to work closely with senior stakeholders Experience in a regulated, services or high-growth SME environment (desirable, not essential) The Environment Modern offices with a great working environment Free on-site parking A collaborative, values-driven culture where people enjoy working together A business with ambition, momentum and a genuine sense of purpose Why Apply? This is a rare opportunity to: Join a business at a pivotal stage of its growth journey Work directly with an experienced Finance Director Take ownership of management accounting and financial reporting within a growing organisation Lead and develop a team in a culture that genuinely prioritises people Be part of a business success story, working with talented, committed and passionate colleagues If you are looking for a role that combines technical challenge, leadership responsibility and cultural alignment, this opportunity offers an outstanding next step. AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration