Finance Manager

Watford, Hertfordshire
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Our client is a national 24-hour Supported Living organisation, working in partnership with local authorities and the NHS to provide support for vulnerable individuals. We’re proud of our open-door culture and commitment to continuous improvement and we’re now looking for a skilled Finance Manager to join our team at head office in Hertford.

This is an exciting opportunity for a part-qualified (or finalist) ACCA/CIMA accountant to step into a broad finance role that combines technical financial reporting with hands-on operational involvement and leadership of a small finance team.

Key Responsibilities

* Prepare monthly & quarterly management accounts and group financial statements

* Produce detailed P&L reports and variance analysis

* Reconcile balance sheet accounts and manage inter-company reconciliations

* Process payroll for multiple companies using Bright Pay

* Post journals and manage entries in Xero

* Partner with Local Authorities and Housing Benefit teams regarding payments and claims

* Support annual uplift calculations and liaise on outstanding debts (including CCJs)

* Work closely with external accountants on statutory and compliance matters

* Drive process improvements and support junior finance team members

* Provide commercial insights to management and build relationships across the organisation

What We’re Looking For

* Part-qualified or finalist stage ACCA / CIMA

* Strong background in management accounting and financial reporting

* Proficient in Xero, with experience in Bright Pay

* Excellent Excel and IT skills (SAP knowledge is a plus)

* Detail-oriented, analytical, and highly organised

* Confident communicator with the ability to work collaboratively and build trust across teams

* Previous experience working with public sector stakeholders or in social care/supported housing is a bonus

Perks & Benefits

* Company Pension Scheme (NEST)

* 28 days annual leave inc bank holidays

* Extra day off for your birthday!

* Casual dress environment

* Company laptop & mobile

* Wellbeing support via Bupa (telephone counselling, online tools)

* Regular social events including Ascot, Flight Club, and festive London parties

* Quarterly team meals to celebrate birthdays

Join a company that makes a difference, and be part of something truly rewarding

Job Info
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Job Title:
Finance Manager
Company:
CV-Library
Location:
Watford, Hertfordshire
Salary:
£50000 - £55000 Per annum
Posted:
Jun 17th 2025
Closes:
Jul 18th 2025
Sector:
Social Care
Contract:
Permanent
Hours:
Full Time
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