Finance Manager

Finance Manager (Part Qualified / QBE)

Radlett (rural location – driver essential) £55,000 – £60,000 FTE (DOE) plus benefits Full-time or Part-time considered

The Opportunity

We’re working with a well-established and growing SME with a turnover of circa £6 million, looking to appoint a hands-on Finance Manager to take full ownership of the finance function.

This is a standalone role offering real autonomy and variety—ideal for someone who enjoys being embedded in the business and making a tangible impact.

The Role

Reporting into senior leadership, you will be responsible for managing the full accounts process through to trial balance, alongside overseeing payroll for a workforce of approximately 200 staff.

This is a broad, all-encompassing role suited to someone who thrives in an SME environment and is comfortable rolling up their sleeves.

Key Responsibilities

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• Full ownership of accounts up to trial balance
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• Preparation of monthly management accounts
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• Balance sheet reconciliations, accruals and prepayments
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• Management of AP/AR processes
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• Cash flow monitoring and bank reconciliations
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• VAT returns and statutory compliance
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• Processing and overseeing payroll for c.200 employees
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• Liaising with external accountants and auditors
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• Reviewing and improving financial processes and controls
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About You

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• Part-qualified (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) or QBE
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• Proven experience in a similar standalone or SME finance role
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• Strong working knowledge of accounting through to trial balance
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• Payroll experience (ideally within a larger workforce)
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• Experience using QuickBooks (essential)
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• Highly organised, detail-oriented and able to manage workload independently
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Additional Information

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• Driver essential due to the rural Radlett location
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• Flexible working options available (full-time or part-time)
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• Stable, growing business with a supportive leadership team
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• Opportunity to shape and improve finance processes
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Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a complete finance function within a business that values autonomy and practical thinking. You’ll play a key role in supporting decision-making and driving efficiency as the company continues to grow.