Outsourcing Manager

Fletcher George Financial Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid and flexible working

Comprehensive benefits package

Ongoing technical and leadership development

Competitive holiday allowance

Job summary

Fletcher George Financial Recruitment is looking for an experienced Outsourcing Manager in the City of London. You will manage a diverse portfolio of clients while ensuring high-quality outsourced finance and accounting services. This hybrid role includes team leadership and advisory work, making it ideal for candidates with strong technical expertise and client relationship skills.

The salary for this position ranges between £60,000 and £70,000, and you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package and excellent career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a portfolio of outsourcing or accounting clients.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and FRS 102.
• Experience reviewing management accounts and statutory financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of outsourcing and business services clients.
• Provide technical accounting guidance across UK GAAP, FRS 102 and IFRS.
• Coach, mentor, and develop junior team members.

Skills

UK GAAP

FRS 102

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Client relationship building

Education

ACA/ACCA/ICAS/SAICA qualified

Job description

Outsourcing Manager
City of London | Hybrid Working | £60,000 - £70,000 + Excellent Benefits

Are you an experienced Outsourcing Manager, Business Services Manager or Accounting Advisory professional looking to join a nationally recognised accountancy and advisory firm with an excellent reputation for client service and career development?

This is an excellent opportunity to work with an impressive portfolio of fast-growing businesses across a wide range of industries while leading and developing your own team in a modern, collaborative environment.

Whether you are already managing an outsourcing portfolio within a Top 50 or mid-tier practice, or are ready to step into a larger firm, this role offers exposure to high-growth clients, varied advisory work and genuine long-term career progression.

The Opportunity

As Outsourcing Manager, you will take ownership of a diverse client portfolio, ensuring the delivery of high-quality outsourced finance and accounting services.

Working closely with business owners and senior stakeholders, you will help clients strengthen their finance functions, improve reporting processes and make informed commercial decisions.

This is a client-facing leadership role that combines technical expertise, advisory work, team management and commercial responsibility, making it ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships and making a genuine impact.

The Role

As Outsourcing Manager, you will:

• Manage a diverse portfolio of outsourcing, business services and accounting clients across a range of sectors.
• Act as the primary client contact, delivering an exceptional service and building long-term relationships.
• Review management accounts, statutory financial statements, VAT returns and financial reporting assignments.
• Provide technical accounting guidance across UK GAAP, FRS 102 and IFRS.
• Oversee month-end reporting, year-end accounts preparation and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Identify opportunities to improve finance processes, reporting systems and internal controls.
• Manage workflow, budgets, WIP and billing to ensure assignments are delivered efficiently and profitably.
• Coach, mentor and develop Assistant Managers, Seniors and junior team members.
• Support business development activity and identify opportunities within your client portfolio.
• Contribute to the ongoing success of the Outsourcing team.

About You

You will be ACA, ACCA, ICAS or SAICA qualified and have gained your experience within an accountancy practice environment.

You may already be working as an Outsourcing Manager, Business Services Manager, Client Accounting Manager or an experienced Assistant Manager ready to take the next step.

You will also demonstrate:

• Experience managing a portfolio of outsourcing, business services or accounting clients.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and FRS 102, with IFRS exposure advantageous.
• Experience reviewing management accounts and statutory financial statements.
• A thorough understanding of VAT, financial reporting and core accounting processes.
• The ability to manage multiple client assignments while maintaining high standards.
• Strong leadership skills with experience developing and motivating teams.
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to build lasting client relationships.
• A commercial mindset with the ability to identify opportunities to add value.
• Experience working with Financial Services clients and Private Equity-backed businesses would be advantageous, although not essential.

Why Join This Firm?

Our client is recognised for delivering exceptional client service while providing a supportive, forward-thinking and people-focused culture.

The firm offers:

• Hybrid and flexible working.
• A clearly defined career pathway.
• Exposure to a varied, high-quality client portfolio.
• Ongoing technical and leadership development.
• Excellent internal training and mentoring.
• A competitive holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional leave.
• A comprehensive benefits package focused on health, wellbeing and financial support.
• The opportunity to work closely with senior colleagues through to Partner level.
• The salary band of £60,000 - £70,000 has been set by Fletcher George

Location

This role is based in the City of London and is easily commutable from across London and the surrounding areas, including Liverpool Street, Bank, Moorgate, Farringdon, London Bridge, Canary Wharf, Stratford, Wimbledon, Clapham, Croydon, Kingston, Epsom, Redhill, Horsham, Peterborough and other parts of Surrey and the Southern Home Counties.

Hybrid working provides flexibility while maintaining regular collaboration within the London office.

Interested?

If you are ACA, ACCA, ICAS or SAICA qualified and currently working within Outsourcing, Business Services, Client Accounting or Accounting Advisory, we'd love to hear from you.

This is an opportunity to join a respected firm offering excellent career prospects, a high-quality client portfolio and a collaborative working environment where your contribution will be recognised.