Group Head of Finance- Didcot, Oxfordshire- £80,000-£90,000- Permanent- ACCA/ACA/CIMA Overview IN2 Consult is partnering with a growing, international SME on the recruitment of a hands-on Head of Finance to lead the finance function. This is a key leadership role responsible for delivering high-quality financial reporting, maintaining robust financial controls, and ensuring strong governance across the business. The successful candidate will take ownership of the month-end reporting cycle, year-end statutory financial statements under IFRS, and the external audit process, while managing a small transactional finance team. Given the nature of the business, the role requires strong experience in manufacturing or a similar operational environment where complex inventory accounting is a key component of financial reporting. This role requires someone who has previously operated in a highly disciplined reporting environment, ideally within a PLC or Private Equity-backed organisation, and who is comfortable combining technical accounting expertise with a hands-on operational approach. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Month-End Close Own and deliver the monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery. Lead the month-end close process, including balance sheet reconciliations and review of key accounting judgments. Produce clear and insightful management reporting packs for senior leadership. Analyse financial performance and highlight key trends, risks, and variances. Inventory & Manufacturing Accounting Oversee inventory accounting processes, ensuring accurate valuation and reporting. Manage accounting for cost of goods sold, inventory movements, and stock provisions. Ensure appropriate treatment of manufacturing costs, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods. Partner with operational teams to improve inventory control, reporting accuracy, and financial visibility. Statutory Reporting & Compliance Lead the preparation of year-end statutory accounts under IFRS. Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and financial reporting requirements. Maintain and document accounting policies and procedures. Audit & External Relationships Manage the year-end external audit process from planning through completion. Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors. Ensure the finance function maintains strong documentation and audit readiness. Financial Controls & Governance Develop and maintain robust internal controls and financial processes. Ensure the business maintains strong financial discipline in line with best practice reporting standards. Team Leadership Manage and develop a small transactional finance team. Oversee day-to-day finance operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger processes. Desired Candidate Experience Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA). Experience Proven experience in a senior finance role within an SME or growing business. Strong experience in statutory reporting and IFRS financial statements. Experience managing external audits and auditor relationships. Experience in manufacturing or a similar sector involving complex inventory accounting (e.g., industrials, engineering, FMCG, or distribution). Exposure to inventory valuation, cost accounting, WIP accounting, and stock controls. Previous experience working in a high reporting standards environment Skills & Attributes Hands-on and proactive approach. Strong technical accounting knowledge. Excellent attention to detail and commitment to financial accuracy. Ability to build strong processes and internal controls. Strong leadership and team management capability. Ability to communicate financial information clearly to senior stakeholders. Head of Finance- Didcot, Oxfordshire- £80,000-£90,000- Permanent- ACCA/ACA/CIMA