Portfolio Outsourcing Accounting Manager – Lead & Develop Clients

Christopher Brian Recruitment Limited; Southampton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Christopher Brian Recruitment Limited in Southampton is seeking an Outsourcing Manager to lead a portfolio of client accounting, bookkeeping and VAT outsourcing. You will manage complex assignments and oversee a team, taking ownership of deliveries and client outcomes.

This role blends hands-on accounting with client management and leadership, offering ongoing professional development and a clear path to greater responsibility within a supportive practice.

Qualifications

• Experience in UK accountancy practice with management accounts, VAT and bookkeeping.
• Ability to review work and manage client relationships.
• ACA/ACCA qualification or near qualification is welcome.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of clients, overseeing their ongoing accounting and outsourcing requirements
• Preparing and reviewing monthly and quarterly management accounts
• Overseeing bookkeeping and VAT returns, ensuring work is completed accurately and on time
• Personally preparing more complex management accounts, VAT and bookkeeping assignments
• Reviewing work completed by junior and senior team members, providing feedback and technical support
• Building strong client relationships, answering queries and providing practical accounting advice
• Supporting the development of the wider outsourcing team

Skills

Management accounts

VAT returns

Bookkeeping

Client management

Team leadership

Reviewing work

Client relationships

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified

Part-qualified

QBE

Job description

Christopher Brian Recruitment Limited in Southampton is seeking an Outsourcing Manager to lead a portfolio of client accounting, bookkeeping and VAT outsourcing. You will manage complex assignments and oversee a team, taking ownership of deliveries and client outcomes.

This role blends hands-on accounting with client management and leadership, offering ongoing professional development and a clear path to greater responsibility within a supportive practice.