Reed Finance are partnered with a large manufacturing multinational to recruit an energetic, commercially minded Group Financial Controller to lead and transform the function within their evolving SSC in south Oxon. This is a pivotal, change-focused role, ideal for a senior finance leader who thrives in complex environments. Reporting into the SSC Director you will own the integrity, accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting across multiple European entities, overseeing statutory accounts ensuring high-quality reporting, and consistent close cycles and consistent governance.Please note: this role requires five days on-siteThis is a Leadership position, coaching and developing a team of Controllers, and has a strong commercial element alongside the more technical requirements. You will understand what good looks like from a Controls, compliance, reporting, and process perspective and be a skilled business partner with the ability to step into a managerial position from day one. Key responsibilities include:Oversight of statutory accounts, audit management, tax reporting support and compliance with internal controlsOwn and deliver the end-to-end month-end, quarter-end and year-end close process across EMEA entities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and predictabilityEnsure the production of high-quality management accounts and financial analysis that support operational and commercial decision-makingLead the preparation and coordination of statutory financial statements for i