Financial Controller - ACA Qualified
- Vitae Financial Recruitment
- Feb 26, 2026
Full time
Accounting
Job Description
Financial Manager / Financial Controller - ACA Qualified
Hertfordshire
Circa 70,000 - 80,000 (Depending on experience)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a fully qualified ACA to join a thriving, ambitious SME with turnover in the 50m- 100m range and strong growth momentum. The business operates in a sector with significant long-term potential and is expanding through a combination of sustained organic growth and strategic acquisitions.
This position represents a genuine end-to-end finance leadership role. It is ideally suited to someone who wants broad exposure across the full finance function, rather than specialising in one narrow area within a large corporate structure.
Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will act as their number two, enabling them to concentrate on strategic growth initiatives, new revenue streams and M&A activity. Alongside leading the day-to-day finance team, you will gain valuable exposure to these higher-level strategic projects, providing excellent career development potential.
The organisation prides itself on a strong, collaborative culture. Senior leaders work closely together, ideas are shared openly, and success is achieved as a team. The business does not have long-hours culture however managers and leaders are invariably in the office 4-5 days a week reflecting the importance of collaboration and leadership visibility, not workload expectations. As such the role would not suit someone seeking more than one day working from home.
The Role
This is a broad, hands-on leadership role combining operational finance ownership with strategic involvement.
You will:
Take full responsibility for monthly management accounts, financial reporting and balance sheet integrity
Lead budgeting, forecasting and cashflow planning processes
Oversee statutory reporting, VAT, corporation tax and payroll compliance
Drive improvements to controls, processes and reporting as the business scales
Partner with operational leaders to support commercial decision-making
Support the Finance Director with strategic initiatives, acquisitions and growth projects
Manage and develop the finance team, including conducting performance reviews, setting development plans and mentoring individuals
This role requires someone comfortable rolling up their sleeves while also thinking strategically, leading by example and setting the tone for the finance function.
About You
We are seeking a high-calibre, fully qualified ACA from practice with a strong academic track record (including A-Levels and a degree).
You may be:
An ACA Assistant Manager or Manager ready for your first move into industry, seeking a broad and commercially involved finance role; or
An ACA already working in industry, looking for a more dynamic environment with greater ownership and impact
Essential experience includes:
Previous responsibility for leading a team, including performance management and development planning is a prerequisite
Exposure to both audit and accounts preparation/management accounting is highly desirable
Experience working with medium-sized businesses ( 50m- 100m turnover) is highly desirable
A desire to operate in a complete, end-to-end finance position
You will thrive if you:
Enjoy working in a growing, evolving business
Want visibility and involvement in shaping company direction
Lead from the front and take genuine pride in developing your team
Value collaboration and being present with colleagues
Given the scope and leadership nature of the role, it would not suit someone seeking more than one day per week working from home.
The Environment
Modern offices
Free on-site parking
Strong team ethos and collaborative senior leadership
Ambitious growth plans with clear strategic direction
Why Apply?
This is a rare chance to step into a true deputy role to the Finance Director within a scaling SME. You will gain meaningful exposure to strategic decision-making while retaining ownership of the core finance function and leading a team.
If you are an academically strong, practice-trained ACA who wants breadth, influence, leadership responsibility and long-term progression, this role offers an exceptional next step.
AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment
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Hertfordshire
Circa 70,000 - 80,000 (Depending on experience)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a fully qualified ACA to join a thriving, ambitious SME with turnover in the 50m- 100m range and strong growth momentum. The business operates in a sector with significant long-term potential and is expanding through a combination of sustained organic growth and strategic acquisitions.
This position represents a genuine end-to-end finance leadership role. It is ideally suited to someone who wants broad exposure across the full finance function, rather than specialising in one narrow area within a large corporate structure.
Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will act as their number two, enabling them to concentrate on strategic growth initiatives, new revenue streams and M&A activity. Alongside leading the day-to-day finance team, you will gain valuable exposure to these higher-level strategic projects, providing excellent career development potential.
The organisation prides itself on a strong, collaborative culture. Senior leaders work closely together, ideas are shared openly, and success is achieved as a team. The business does not have long-hours culture however managers and leaders are invariably in the office 4-5 days a week reflecting the importance of collaboration and leadership visibility, not workload expectations. As such the role would not suit someone seeking more than one day working from home.
The Role
This is a broad, hands-on leadership role combining operational finance ownership with strategic involvement.
You will:
Take full responsibility for monthly management accounts, financial reporting and balance sheet integrity
Lead budgeting, forecasting and cashflow planning processes
Oversee statutory reporting, VAT, corporation tax and payroll compliance
Drive improvements to controls, processes and reporting as the business scales
Partner with operational leaders to support commercial decision-making
Support the Finance Director with strategic initiatives, acquisitions and growth projects
Manage and develop the finance team, including conducting performance reviews, setting development plans and mentoring individuals
This role requires someone comfortable rolling up their sleeves while also thinking strategically, leading by example and setting the tone for the finance function.
About You
We are seeking a high-calibre, fully qualified ACA from practice with a strong academic track record (including A-Levels and a degree).
You may be:
An ACA Assistant Manager or Manager ready for your first move into industry, seeking a broad and commercially involved finance role; or
An ACA already working in industry, looking for a more dynamic environment with greater ownership and impact
Essential experience includes:
Previous responsibility for leading a team, including performance management and development planning is a prerequisite
Exposure to both audit and accounts preparation/management accounting is highly desirable
Experience working with medium-sized businesses ( 50m- 100m turnover) is highly desirable
A desire to operate in a complete, end-to-end finance position
You will thrive if you:
Enjoy working in a growing, evolving business
Want visibility and involvement in shaping company direction
Lead from the front and take genuine pride in developing your team
Value collaboration and being present with colleagues
Given the scope and leadership nature of the role, it would not suit someone seeking more than one day per week working from home.
The Environment
Modern offices
Free on-site parking
Strong team ethos and collaborative senior leadership
Ambitious growth plans with clear strategic direction
Why Apply?
This is a rare chance to step into a true deputy role to the Finance Director within a scaling SME. You will gain meaningful exposure to strategic decision-making while retaining ownership of the core finance function and leading a team.
If you are an academically strong, practice-trained ACA who wants breadth, influence, leadership responsibility and long-term progression, this role offers an exceptional next step.
AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment
We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration
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