Remote Outsourced Finance Manager

Armstrong Watson LLP; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme including Life Cover

Annual Leave entitlement

Smart Working Policy

Health Shield Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid flu jabs and eye tests

CPD support and training

Professional membership fees

Job summary

Armstrong Watson LLP in Leeds seeks a Finance Manager - Outsourced Finance to lead finance delivery for a diverse client portfolio, delivering high‑quality management accounts, reporting and advisory services. This hands‑on role covers month‑end processes, accounting reconciliations, and tailored reporting for multiple sectors.

You will provide commercial insight, support fractional FD services, and build strong client relationships while working within a values‑driven, growth minded firm that

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Qualified Accountant under ICAS, ICAEW or ACCA.
• Excellent knowledge of preparing UK management accounts.
• Proficient in MS Excel and accounting software.
• Strong knowledge of UK taxes such as Corporation Tax and VAT.
• Excellent communicator, both verbal and written.
• Drive business development initiatives and growth.
• Willing to broaden experience across sectors.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of finance delivery for clients and act as a key contact.
• Manage and deliver month-end processes, including management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis.
• Ensure timely, accurate and high-quality financial reporting tailored to client needs.
• Support senior team in delivering fractional FD services with commercial insight.
• Build strong, trusted relationships with clients through clear communication and reliable delivery.

Skills

Finance management

Management accounts

Variance analysis

Client communication

Excel

Education

ICAS/ICAEW/ACCA qualified

Tools

MS Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Armstrong Watson LLP in Leeds seeks a Finance Manager - Outsourced Finance to lead finance delivery for a diverse client portfolio, delivering high‑quality management accounts, reporting and advisory services. This hands‑on role covers month‑end processes, accounting reconciliations, and tailored reporting for multiple sectors.

You will provide commercial insight, support fractional FD services, and build strong client relationships while working within a values‑driven, growth minded firm that