Finance Controller / FD Designate
Posted on May 14, 2026 by CV-Library
East Dereham, Norfolk, United Kingdom
Accountancy
Immediate Start
£60k - £68k Annual
Full-Time
Senior Finance Manager / Finance Director (Designate) Growing SME
A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced finance professional to join a rapidly growing and highly successful SME in West Norfolk. As a key member of the Senior Management Team and reporting directly to the CEO, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategy, strengthening business processes, and supporting the next phase of organisational growth.
This role is ideal for a commercially minded Senior Finance Manager ready to step into a broader leadership position or an emerging Finance Director seeking a hands‑on, influential role within a dynamic business.
What You’ll Lead & Deliver
As our senior finance lead, you’ll be at the heart of the business, driving insight‑led decision‑making and helping shape future plans for growth.
You will:
* Act as a strategic partner to the CEO and Directors bringing financial clarity, challenge, and commercial insight
* Lead and develop a small, capable finance team, embedding strong processes and a continuous‑improvement mindset
* Own budgeting, forecasting, and reporting — ensuring the business has the data and analysis it needs to move forward
* Attend monthly director meetings, influencing decisions and championing best practice
* Stay ahead of regulatory changes, ensuring compliance and efficient reporting
* Oversee weekly and monthly payroll for up to 100 employees
* Provide cost analysis, scenario modelling, and financial planning to support medium‑ and long‑term strategy
* Review and upgrade finance systems and processes to support scale-up
* Identify risks and implement internal controls that protect the business as it grows
Skills & Experience required for this Finance Manager role:
* We are looking for a confident, proactive finance leader who can balance strategic thinking with hands‑on delivery
* Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence at senior level
* High attention to detail and an analytical, problem‑solving mindset
* A collaborative team player who builds strong relationships across the business
* Experience with Sage accounting and strong Excel capability
* A desire to develop and progress within a growing organisation
* Hold a recognised professional qualification (ACMA / ACCA / ACA or equivalent)
Rewards & Benefits being offered:
* Competitive salary aligned with experience
* Bonuses related to business performance
* Contributory pension scheme
* Death in service payment
* Healthcare payment scheme
* A vibrant, friendly and supportive working environment
* Excellent staff facilities and on-site parking
* Opportunity to work for a company that genuinely promotes a healthy work–life balance
Whether you’re stepping up from a Finance Manager role, moving from practice into industry, or already operating at senior level in an SME, we’d love to hear from you
A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced finance professional to join a rapidly growing and highly successful SME in West Norfolk. As a key member of the Senior Management Team and reporting directly to the CEO, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategy, strengthening business processes, and supporting the next phase of organisational growth.
This role is ideal for a commercially minded Senior Finance Manager ready to step into a broader leadership position or an emerging Finance Director seeking a hands‑on, influential role within a dynamic business.
What You’ll Lead & Deliver
As our senior finance lead, you’ll be at the heart of the business, driving insight‑led decision‑making and helping shape future plans for growth.
You will:
* Act as a strategic partner to the CEO and Directors bringing financial clarity, challenge, and commercial insight
* Lead and develop a small, capable finance team, embedding strong processes and a continuous‑improvement mindset
* Own budgeting, forecasting, and reporting — ensuring the business has the data and analysis it needs to move forward
* Attend monthly director meetings, influencing decisions and championing best practice
* Stay ahead of regulatory changes, ensuring compliance and efficient reporting
* Oversee weekly and monthly payroll for up to 100 employees
* Provide cost analysis, scenario modelling, and financial planning to support medium‑ and long‑term strategy
* Review and upgrade finance systems and processes to support scale-up
* Identify risks and implement internal controls that protect the business as it grows
Skills & Experience required for this Finance Manager role:
* We are looking for a confident, proactive finance leader who can balance strategic thinking with hands‑on delivery
* Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence at senior level
* High attention to detail and an analytical, problem‑solving mindset
* A collaborative team player who builds strong relationships across the business
* Experience with Sage accounting and strong Excel capability
* A desire to develop and progress within a growing organisation
* Hold a recognised professional qualification (ACMA / ACCA / ACA or equivalent)
Rewards & Benefits being offered:
* Competitive salary aligned with experience
* Bonuses related to business performance
* Contributory pension scheme
* Death in service payment
* Healthcare payment scheme
* A vibrant, friendly and supportive working environment
* Excellent staff facilities and on-site parking
* Opportunity to work for a company that genuinely promotes a healthy work–life balance
Whether you’re stepping up from a Finance Manager role, moving from practice into industry, or already operating at senior level in an SME, we’d love to hear from you
Reference: 225109564
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Finance Controller / FD Designate
Posted on May 14, 2026 by CV-Library
East Dereham, Norfolk, United Kingdom
Accountancy
Immediate Start
£60k - £68k Annual
Full-Time
Senior Finance Manager / Finance Director (Designate) Growing SME
A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced finance professional to join a rapidly growing and highly successful SME in West Norfolk. As a key member of the Senior Management Team and reporting directly to the CEO, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategy, strengthening business processes, and supporting the next phase of organisational growth.
This role is ideal for a commercially minded Senior Finance Manager ready to step into a broader leadership position or an emerging Finance Director seeking a hands‑on, influential role within a dynamic business.
What You’ll Lead & Deliver
As our senior finance lead, you’ll be at the heart of the business, driving insight‑led decision‑making and helping shape future plans for growth.
You will:
* Act as a strategic partner to the CEO and Directors bringing financial clarity, challenge, and commercial insight
* Lead and develop a small, capable finance team, embedding strong processes and a continuous‑improvement mindset
* Own budgeting, forecasting, and reporting — ensuring the business has the data and analysis it needs to move forward
* Attend monthly director meetings, influencing decisions and championing best practice
* Stay ahead of regulatory changes, ensuring compliance and efficient reporting
* Oversee weekly and monthly payroll for up to 100 employees
* Provide cost analysis, scenario modelling, and financial planning to support medium‑ and long‑term strategy
* Review and upgrade finance systems and processes to support scale-up
* Identify risks and implement internal controls that protect the business as it grows
Skills & Experience required for this Finance Manager role:
* We are looking for a confident, proactive finance leader who can balance strategic thinking with hands‑on delivery
* Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence at senior level
* High attention to detail and an analytical, problem‑solving mindset
* A collaborative team player who builds strong relationships across the business
* Experience with Sage accounting and strong Excel capability
* A desire to develop and progress within a growing organisation
* Hold a recognised professional qualification (ACMA / ACCA / ACA or equivalent)
Rewards & Benefits being offered:
* Competitive salary aligned with experience
* Bonuses related to business performance
* Contributory pension scheme
* Death in service payment
* Healthcare payment scheme
* A vibrant, friendly and supportive working environment
* Excellent staff facilities and on-site parking
* Opportunity to work for a company that genuinely promotes a healthy work–life balance
Whether you’re stepping up from a Finance Manager role, moving from practice into industry, or already operating at senior level in an SME, we’d love to hear from you
A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced finance professional to join a rapidly growing and highly successful SME in West Norfolk. As a key member of the Senior Management Team and reporting directly to the CEO, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategy, strengthening business processes, and supporting the next phase of organisational growth.
This role is ideal for a commercially minded Senior Finance Manager ready to step into a broader leadership position or an emerging Finance Director seeking a hands‑on, influential role within a dynamic business.
What You’ll Lead & Deliver
As our senior finance lead, you’ll be at the heart of the business, driving insight‑led decision‑making and helping shape future plans for growth.
You will:
* Act as a strategic partner to the CEO and Directors bringing financial clarity, challenge, and commercial insight
* Lead and develop a small, capable finance team, embedding strong processes and a continuous‑improvement mindset
* Own budgeting, forecasting, and reporting — ensuring the business has the data and analysis it needs to move forward
* Attend monthly director meetings, influencing decisions and championing best practice
* Stay ahead of regulatory changes, ensuring compliance and efficient reporting
* Oversee weekly and monthly payroll for up to 100 employees
* Provide cost analysis, scenario modelling, and financial planning to support medium‑ and long‑term strategy
* Review and upgrade finance systems and processes to support scale-up
* Identify risks and implement internal controls that protect the business as it grows
Skills & Experience required for this Finance Manager role:
* We are looking for a confident, proactive finance leader who can balance strategic thinking with hands‑on delivery
* Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence at senior level
* High attention to detail and an analytical, problem‑solving mindset
* A collaborative team player who builds strong relationships across the business
* Experience with Sage accounting and strong Excel capability
* A desire to develop and progress within a growing organisation
* Hold a recognised professional qualification (ACMA / ACCA / ACA or equivalent)
Rewards & Benefits being offered:
* Competitive salary aligned with experience
* Bonuses related to business performance
* Contributory pension scheme
* Death in service payment
* Healthcare payment scheme
* A vibrant, friendly and supportive working environment
* Excellent staff facilities and on-site parking
* Opportunity to work for a company that genuinely promotes a healthy work–life balance
Whether you’re stepping up from a Finance Manager role, moving from practice into industry, or already operating at senior level in an SME, we’d love to hear from you
Reference: 225109564
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