Outsourcing Senior

Farrer Barnes Limited; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious firm of accountants in East Kent is seeking an experienced Outsourcing Senior to manage a portfolio of owner-managed businesses. The role includes delivering a full outsourced finance function, producing management accounts, and providing strategic insights. Candidates should have at least three years of experience in a client-service environment and a commitment to professional development. This position offers excellent career growth opportunities within a reputable firm.

Qualifications

• At least three years of practice experience in an outsourced or client-service environment.
• Strong technical grounding across bookkeeping, accounts, and management reporting.
• Confidence in managing a portfolio and working directly with clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage bookkeeping and accounts preparation, take accounts through to trial balance.
• Produce high-quality management accounts for decision-making.
• Act as a trusted contact for business owners.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Accounts preparation

Financial interpretation

Client relationship management

Job description

I am seeking an Outsourcing Senior to join a prestigious East Kent firm of accountants in their expanding team. This is a key appointment within a highly regarded practice that has built its reputation on long‑term client relationships and exceptional technical standards.

Role Overview

You will work closely with a broad portfolio of established owner‑managed businesses, taking responsibility for delivering a full outsourced finance function. Key aspects of the role include:

• Managing bookkeeping, accounts preparation, and taking accounts through to trial balance
• Producing high‑quality management accounts to support informed decision‑making
• Providing clients with commercial insight and guidance on strategic direction
• Acting as a trusted point of contact for business owners and maintaining strong client relationships
• Ensuring high standards of accuracy, reporting, and communication across your portfolio

Candidate Requirements

At least three years of practice experience within an outsourced or client‑service environment, strong technical grounding across bookkeeping, accounts, and management reporting, confidence in managing your own portfolio and working directly with clients, the ability to interpret financial information and offer practical advice, and commitment to building a long‑term career within the East Kent area are required.

This role offers the opportunity to join a progressive, well‑established firm with an excellent reputation and genuine scope for career development.

For further details on this or indeed a broad selection of Practice opportunities, please do not hesitate to contact Robin at Farrer‑Barnes.

Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.