Outsourced finance manager

We are partnering with an established and growing accountancy firm in Oxford to recruit an Outsourced Finance Manager. This is a varied and client facing opportunity suited to someone who enjoys building relationships and becoming a trusted finance contact to a portfolio of businesses. Working across a broad range of clients, you will support financial reporting, management information, process improvements, and commercial decision making while helping clients gain greater visibility over business performance.

This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of your portfolio, work closely with experienced colleagues across multiple service lines, and continue developing both your technical and commercial skills within a collaborative and supportive environment.

Job Title:        Outsourced Finance Manager         

Job Type:        Perm

Location:        Oxford

Salary:            £40,000 - £50,000

Reference no: 16099        

Outsourced Finance Manager – Benefits

Hybrid working arrangement following probation

Flexible hours around core working times

25 days annual leave, plus additional holiday options

Option to buy or sell annual leave

Additional wellbeing day each year

Health and wellbeing support package

Employee discounts and reward platform

Enhanced family friendly policies

Life assurance cover

Employee referral incentives

Cycle to Work scheme

Regular social and team events

Ongoing professional and technical development

Clear opportunities for progression within a growing business

Outsourced Finance Manager – About The Role

As Outsourced Finance Manager, you will take ownership of a portfolio of clients and become a key contact for their day to day finance requirements. You will work closely with business owners and internal specialists to ensure financial information is delivered accurately, efficiently, and in a way that supports better decision making.

You will oversee core accounting activities, review outputs produced across the team, and provide clients with meaningful financial insight. Alongside managing relationships, you will help drive process improvements, support the adoption of technology, and contribute to developing less experienced team members. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining technical accounting work with client interaction and commercial involvement. Key responsibilities:

Managing a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors

Building strong relationships and becoming a trusted contact for client finance matters

Reviewing financial information and ensuring accounting records remain accurate and up to date

Producing and reviewing management accounts and performance reporting

Reviewing indirect tax submissions and maintaining compliance standards

Supporting clients with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning

Identifying trends, risks, and opportunities through financial analysis

Assisting with year-end processes and supporting external audit requirements where needed

Working collaboratively with internal specialist teams to deliver joined up client service

Supporting implementation and onboarding for new client engagements

Monitoring workflow, deadlines, and team capacity across allocated assignments

Improving processes through effective use of accounting systems and technology

Supporting and developing junior team members through coaching and guidance

Contributing to business growth through identifying opportunities to expand client services

The successful Outsourced Finance Manager will have:

A minimum of four years UK experience gained within accountancy practice outsourcing, business services, or a management accounting environment

ACCA, ACA or CIMA qualified, part qualified, or qualified by experience candidates will be considered

Experience managing competing priorities and delivering work to agreed deadlines

Strong communication skills and confidence working directly with clients and stakeholders

The ability to translate financial information into practical business insight

Good technical accounting knowledge with exposure to UK accounting standards

Experience using cloud accounting software and strong Excel capability

A proactive and organised approach with an interest in improving processes and creating efficiencies

Previous exposure to management reporting, forecasting, or client portfolio management would be advantageous

Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.

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