Full job descriptionAre you looking to work for a growing business based in Hertford? Salary + bonus.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Accountant to join a successful and growing business in a commercially focused role with real influence.
Working closely with the Finance Director, you will become a trusted member of the finance leadership team, taking ownership of financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, while providing commercial insight that supports strategic decision-making across the business.
This isn’t a role focused purely on producing numbers. We’re looking for someone who enjoys understanding how a business operates, can challenge constructively, identify opportunities for improvement and contribute to the wider commercial success of the organisation.
If you’re looking for a position where your ideas will be listened to and your commercial input genuinely valued, this is an excellent opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
*Lead the production of monthly management accounts and financial reporting
*Take ownership of budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes
*Build and maintain robust financial models and commercial analysis using Excel
*Analyse business performance, identifying trends, risks and opportunities
*Support the Finance Director with strategic initiatives and business projects
*Partner with departmental managers to provide financial insight and challenge
*Develop and mentor junior members of the finance team
*Review and strengthen financial controls, systems and processes
*Deliver meaningful reporting to support commercial decision-making
About You
We’re looking for someone who combines strong technical accounting knowledge with commercial awareness and excellent communication skills.
You’ll ideally have:
*Experience operating as a Senior Accountant or as the number two to a Finance Director within a larger organisation
*At least five years’ experience in a similar commercial finance role
*ACCA, ACA or CIMA qualification (or be in the final stages of qualification)


What We’re Looking For
The successful candidate will be:
*Commercially minded and naturally curious
*Confident communicating with both finance and non-finance stakeholders
*Comfortable working independently and taking ownership
*Driven to improve processes and add value to the wider business
*Able to translate financial information into meaningful commercial insight
Salary & Benefits
*Commercially focused role with genuine influence across the business
*Supportive environment with opportunities for further development and progression
*Generous holiday allowance and free barking
*Chance to make a tangible impact within a growing organisation
If this sounds like an exciting role please do apply.