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SRM are supporting a scaling manufacturing and engineering services business in the South Oxfordshire area to recruit a Financial Controller.This role is a "hands on, process improvement" centred role and are looking for a qualified accountant (ACA / CA preferred; however, strong candidates with alternative qualifications will be considered). This is an office based role, 5 days a week but working in a collaborative, supportive culture.Key responsibilities:Ledger Management and Monthly Reporting – leading and end-to-end month-end close process on a timely basis and to support accurate and relevant Board reporting and department requirements. From a process improvement perspective, our client would like a candidate who sees issues and can improve processes - develop month end reporting to ensure visibility and control of all areas of the business. Ensure completion of balance sheet reconciliations.Lead, Manage and Develop Operational Finance Team – lead, manage and small finance team (6) to ensure smooth running of payment, accounting and reporting functions.Budgeting & Forecasting – assist in preparing the annual budget, mid-year reforecasts, and five-year business plans with specific input on opening position, overheads, structure companies, tax and balance sheet items.Cost Control & Profitability – supervise the preparation of monthly cost and commitment reporting to support review and re-forecast of engineering project spend/cost, technical fees etc. Lead cost reviews with budget holders, and work with department heads to ensure dates per the monthly site tracker are accurate.Statutory Reporting & Audit – act as lead contact for auditors and tax