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Outsourcing Manager | London | Hybrid

A fast-growing and well-established UK accountancy and business advisory group is seeking an experienced Outsourcing Manager to join its London team.

The firm supports a broad SME client base, including fast-growing and venture-backed businesses, and is known for its collaborative culture, forward-thinking approach and strong investment in technology and people.

Your new role: As Outsourcing Manager, you will take ownership of a diverse portfolio of clients, overseeing the delivery of high-quality outsourced finance and accounting services. You will act as a trusted adviser, providing commercial insight and proactive support, while leading and developing a team to ensure consistent service excellence, compliance and profitability.

This role offers a blend of client relationship management, technical delivery and people leadership, with scope to contribute to wider strategic and growth initiatives within the business.

Responsibilities

• Managing and growing a portfolio of outsourced accounting clients
• Reviewing work to ensure quality, compliance and regulatory standards are met
• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts, management accounts and related filings
• Providing fractional finance / CFO-style support to clients
• Overseeing VAT, PAYE, and Corporation Tax delivery
• Leading, mentoring and developing junior team members
• Supporting client onboarding and allocation of work across the team
• Driving efficiency and best practice through the use of technology
• Acting as a senior escalation point for client and operational issues
• Contributing to business planning, revenue growth and profitability

Qualifications

• ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• Strong background in UK practice within outsourcing / business services
• Experience managing a portfolio of SME clients, ideally including tech or growth businesses
• Solid technical accounting knowledge, with strong Xero experience
• Proven people management and leadership capability
• Commercial, organised and confident operating in a fast‑paced environment

Benefits

• A management-level role within a growing and ambitious firm
• Exposure to a high-quality and entrepreneurial client base
• Hybrid working model
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Clear long-term career development opportunities