Outsourced Finance Manager – VAT & Management Accounts

Gravita; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Development and progression support

Structured learning opportunities

Job summary

Gravita is a fast-growing, tech-enabled accounting partner for SMEs. We seek an Outsourced Finance Assistant Manager to drive financial excellence across client portfolios, reviewing VAT returns and preparing management reports with insightful commentary.

You will liaise with HMRC, oversee outsourcing functions, forecast cash flow, and deliver compliant, high-quality financial services. Strong cloud accounting knowledge and team leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Part-qualified/qualified (CIMA or ACCA) or qualified by experience; strong technical grounding in accounting and finance.
• Experience managing a client portfolio – proven ability to deliver consistent service across multiple clients.
• Broad accounting background across various industries – flexible and adaptable to different client needs.
• Good technical knowledge in cloud accounting, management accounts, VAT, and bookkeeping – ensures accurate and compliant financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Review client VAT returns, identify complex issues, and liaise with the VAT team to ensure accurate compliance and minimise client risk.
• Prepare tailored management reports with insightful commentary to help clients understand financial performance and support informed decisions.
• Manage communication with HMRC for clients, including complex enquiries, reducing client burden and ensuring timely resolution.
• Oversee a portfolio of clients as the primary contact, building strong relationships and providing proactive business advice.
• Review work from team members and offshore teams to ensure quality and completeness, while maintaining the firm’s high standards.
• Identify and prevent scope creep by promoting efficient processes and tools, safeguarding margins and productivity.
• Support internal and external quality assurance activities, ensuring compliance with professional standards and continuous improvement.

Skills

Client management

Communication skills

VAT knowledge

Financial analysis

Education

CIMA or ACCA

Qualified by experience

Tools

Xero

Dext

Syft

Job description

Gravita is a fast-growing, tech-enabled accounting partner for SMEs. We seek an Outsourced Finance Assistant Manager to drive financial excellence across client portfolios, reviewing VAT returns and preparing management reports with insightful commentary.

You will liaise with HMRC, oversee outsourcing functions, forecast cash flow, and deliver compliant, high-quality financial services. Strong cloud accounting knowledge and team leadership are essential.