Overview

Financial Director Opportunity - Supported Living Provider — Hertfordshire

Location: Hertfordshire (with travel across London & Home Counties as required)

Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week

Gilbert Meher are working with a supported living provider based in Hertfordshire who are dedicated to providing safe, compassionate, and community-focused supported living services for adults with learning disabilities, autism, acquired brain injuries, and complex needs.

They are seeking a Financial Director to join their Senior Leadership Team. This is a pivotal role, reporting directly to the CEO, with responsibility for financial strategy, corporate services, and organisational growth.

The Role

As Financial Director, you will:

• Lead the Finance and Corporate Services teams, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board, driving financial sustainability and supporting strategic growth.
• Oversee financial operations including payroll, invoicing, management accounts, and cash flow.
• Develop and deliver financial policies, forecasts, and board-level reporting.
• Provide leadership across HR, office management, IT (with external partners), recruitment, and facilities.
• Promote a collaborative, high-performing workplace culture rooted in organisational values.
• Mentor and develop your team, supporting their professional growth.

About You

They are looking for a perceptive and strategic leader with strong financial acumen and a people-first approach.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Professional qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent).
• At least 2 years in a senior finance leadership role (or 3+ years as Financial Controller ready to step up).
• Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams.
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, board-level reporting, and corporate services oversight.
• Experience in health & social care, supported living, or regulated environments.
• Experience in a growing SME.
• CTA or equivalent tax-related certification.

Skills & Qualities They Value

• Strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Strong communicator (both written and verbal) with board-level presentation experience.
• Motivational leadership style, with a collaborative and supportive approach.
• Ethical, detail-oriented, and committed to “doing the right thing.”

Why Join Them?

You’ll be part of an organisation that:

• Puts people first – both the people we support and our dedicated team.
• Encourages innovation, growth, and continuous improvement.
• Promotes a supportive, values-driven culture rooted in compassion, communication, and collaboration.

How to Apply

If you would like to find out more and you are ready to take on a strategic leadership role where your work makes a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Please apply today or get in touch with Jason here at Gilbert Meher.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance, Health Care Provider, and Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Nursing Homes and Residential Care Facilities and Hospitals and Health Care