Finance Manager£50,000 - £53,000West Herts/Bucks BorderHybrid (4 days office)This isn't just another Finance Manager role. It's a chance to step into a key leadership position in an organisation that delivers meaningful, local impact every day.The environment is fast-paced but warm and collaborative - you'll be part of a committed team who genuinely care about the people they support and the work they do. Reporting into an experienced and supportive Finance Director, you'll take full ownership of day-to-day finance operations and lead a small, capable team.Key responsibilities include:* Leading, coaching and developing a small finance team and volunteers* Managing month-end and year-end processes, including audit prep and liaison with external auditors* Preparing and submitting VAT returns, ensuring compliance and acting as main contact with HMRC* Overseeing cashflow and short-term investments* Supporting the monthly payroll process alongside the People team* Collaborating closely with fundraising and trading teams to ensure accurate integration of financial data* Managing accruals, prepayments, fixed assets and restricted funds* Acting as the main point of contact for banking, systems and finance process queries* Reviewing and improving internal controls and financial procedures* Ensuring the finance function remains compliant, robust and audit-readyWe're looking for someone who is:* Fully qualified (ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)* Experienced in leading a finance team and owning the full month/year-end process* Confident with systems (Sage Intacct experience a bonus) and has strong Excel skills* Proactive, hands-on and comfortable working both strategically and operationally* A natural collaborator who builds strong relationships across departments* Calm under pressure, with excellent attention to detail and a solutions-focused mindsetThe role is offered on a full-time, permanent basis with some flexible working (4 days in the office). The office is based in a beautiful setting on the Herts/Bucks border - commutable from places like Hemel, Watford, Tring, Berkhamsted, and St Albans.If you're looking for a finance leadership role where purpose, people and professionalism come together, I'd love to tell you more. All conversations will be kept strictly confidential.Drop me a message or email to arrange a chat - evenings or weekends are fine if that's easier.AGY - Vitae Financial RecruitmentWe Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration
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Vitae Financial Recruitment Limited
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 6 days
Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire HP4 1NS, England
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The Finance Manager position offers a salary between £50,000 and £53,000, located on the West Herts/Bucks border with a hybrid working model of four days in the office.
- This role is a key leadership opportunity within an organization focused on making a local impact, involving day-to-day finance operations and team management.
- Candidates must be fully qualified (ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) and have experience leading a finance team and managing full month-end and year-end processes.
- Ideal applicants should possess strong Excel skills, be proactive, and demonstrate a collaborative approach while maintaining attention to detail under pressure.
- The position is permanent and full-time, with flexible working options, and is commutable from various nearby locations such as Hemel, Watford, and St Albans.
