Finance Director (Designate) — On‑Site, Growth SME

Acuity Associates; England; Hybrid; GBP 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Long-term incentives

Job summary

A family-owned engineering firm in Hertfordshire seeks a hands-on Head of Finance / Finance Director (Designate). The role involves leading the finance function and requires a qualified accountant with experience in project-led environments. Key responsibilities include strategic planning, improving financial controls, and driving commercial success, with a pathway to a Finance Director role within 18–24 months.

Qualifications

• Senior-level experience in a small-to-medium enterprise (SME).
• Hands-on leadership role comfortable working on-site.

Responsibilities

• Lead the entire finance function within a growing SME.
• Influence planning, performance, and investment decisions.
• Drive operational and commercial improvements.

Skills

Project-based experience

Forecasting and modelling

Operational finance capability

Strategic mindset

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Job description

A family-owned engineering firm in Hertfordshire seeks a hands-on Head of Finance / Finance Director (Designate). The role involves leading the finance function and requires a qualified accountant with experience in project-led environments. Key responsibilities include strategic planning, improving financial controls, and driving commercial success, with a pathway to a Finance Director role within 18–24 months.