Business Services & Outsourcing Manager

Jobtailor; Greater London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a senior leader to head the accounts and financial reporting service line for a portfolio of audited clients. You will drive efficient end-to-end processes, nurture strong client relationships, and oversee technical reviews from FRS 102 to IFRS.

The role also involves coaching teams, pursuing growth, and shaping innovative strategies within the Mid-Market sector. You will bring ACA/ACCA or equivalent, seniority in financial reporting advisory, and a proven track record in

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA or equivalent qualified.
• Experience in a senior role delivering financial reporting advisory services, preparing statutory accounts, or providing audit support to complex organisations.
• Strong project and time management skills.
• Track record of overseeing a diverse client portfolio and meeting tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated business development capability, with the ability to identify opportunities and convert them into successful engagements.
• Well-versed in FRS 102 and IFRS reporting frameworks.
• Knowledge of accounting for long-term contracts, share-based payments, and group reconstructions.
• Ability to build strong client relationships and deliver an outstanding client experience.
• Excellent project management and communication skills.
• Collaborative approach with clients and the wider BS&O team.
• Hunger for continuous improvement and curiosity for finding the best way of doing things.

Responsibilities

• Lead the accounts and financial reporting service line for a portfolio of audited clients.
• Deliver an efficient process from start to finish.
• Build strong working relationships with clients and internal teams.
• Manage working capital.
• Complete technical reviews of FRS 102, FRS 101, and consolidated IFRS statutory accounts.
• Support the wider BS&O team with technical queries and research complex areas.
• Find solutions to complex technical issues.
• Coach and develop team members.
• Oversee Mid-Market added-value technical projects, including FRS 102 to IFRS conversion.
• Contribute to the go-to-market strategy for Mid-Market businesses.
• Grow the accounts and financial reporting offering and client base.
• Help shape the future of the company and support innovation.

Skills

Financial reporting advisory services

FRS 102 and IFRS expertise

Project management skills

Business development capability

Client portfolio management

Audit support

Complex technical issue resolution

Strong client relationships

Communication skills

Coaching and development

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

ACA/ACCA or equivalent

Job description

• Lead the accounts and financial reporting service line for a portfolio of audited clients
• Deliver an efficient process from start to finish
• Build strong working relationships with clients and internal teams
• Manage working capital
• Complete technical reviews of FRS 102, FRS 101, and consolidated IFRS statutory accounts
• Support the wider BS&O team with technical queries and research complex areas
• Find solutions to complex technical issues
• Coach and develop team members
• Oversee Mid-Market added-value technical projects, including FRS 102 to IFRS conversion
• Contribute to the go-to-market strategy for Mid-Market businesses
• Grow the accounts and financial reporting offering and client base
• Help shape the future of the company and support innovation

Requirements

• ACA/ACCA or equivalent qualified
• Experience in a senior role delivering financial reporting advisory services, preparing statutory accounts, or providing audit support to complex organisations
• Strong project and time management skills
• Track record of overseeing a diverse client portfolio and meeting tight deadlines
• Demonstrated business development capability, with the ability to identify opportunities and convert them into successful engagements
• Well-versed in FRS 102 and IFRS reporting frameworks
• Knowledge of technical areas such as accounting for long-term contracts, share-based payments, and group reconstructions
• Ability to build strong client relationships and deliver an outstanding client experience
• Excellent project management and communication skills
• Collaborative approach with clients and the wider BS&O team
• Hunger for continuous improvement and curiosity for finding the best way of doing things

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in financial reporting and advisory services, with a strong focus on FRS 102 and IFRS frameworks. Proven ability to manage client relationships, deliver projects efficiently, and drive business development in the Mid-Market sector.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• ACA/ACCA Qualified
• Financial Reporting Advisory Services
• FRS 102 and IFRS Expertise
• Project Management Skills
• Business Development Capability

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Financial Reporting
• Statutory Accounts Preparation
• Technical Reviews
• Accounting for Long-Term Contracts
• Share-Based Payments
• Group Reconstructions
• FRS 102 to IFRS Conversion
• Client Portfolio Management
• Audit Support
• Complex Technical Issue Resolution

Soft Skills

• Strong Client Relationships
• Communication Skills
• Collaborative Approach
• Coaching and Development
• Continuous Improvement Mindset

Certifications & Qualifications

• ACA
• ACCA

Industry Keywords

• Financial Reporting Frameworks
• Mid-Market Businesses
• Technical Queries
• Go-To-Market Strategy
• Innovation in Financial Services