Interim Financial Controller

6-Month Fixed-Term Contract £75,000 | 5 days on-site | Oxfordshire

Start Date: ASAP

The Role

SF are working with a well-established UK manufacturing business seeking an experienced Financial Controller on a 6-month FTC. This is a hands-on, on-site role supporting the SLT with responsibility for day-to-day operational finance, reporting, and control. The role will suit someone comfortable running the finance function end-to-end while supporting budgeting, forecasting and commercial decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Full ownership of monthly close, management accounts and financial reporting Oversee day-to-day operational finance (AP, AR, payroll, treasury) Manage year-end process, audit and statutory accounts Cashflow forecasting and bank / treasury liaison VAT, payroll and pensions oversight Stock valuation, provisions and inventory controls Budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting with budget holders Board reporting and support to senior leadership Maintain strong financial controls, governance and risk management Commercial analysis to support operational and strategic decisions

Key Requirements

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified Proven Financial Controller experience in a manufacturing, FMCG or SME environment Strong operational finance background with hands-on delivery Confident engaging with senior stakeholders and non-finance teams Strong Excel and financial analysis capability ERP experience essential (Dynamics NAV desirable) Able to commit to 5 days on-site in Oxfordshire