Accounts / Outsourcing Assistant Manager

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Outsourcing Assistant Manager to join a respected firm known for delivering high-quality finance function services and building long-standing client partnerships. You'll oversee a varied portfolio, manage and develop junior staff, and play a key role in delivering accurate, insightful, and efficient outsourced accounting solutions.

Client Details

Our client is a top-20 national professional services firm with a long-standing Manchester presence, employing 100+ specialists across accounting and advisory services. With deep regional roots and strong national capability, the firm delivers partner-led support, modern cloud-enabled services, and a collaborative, people-first culture-all backed by continued investment in its new central Manchester office.

Description

You'll support the delivery of high-quality outsourced accounting services, overseeing monthly and quarterly reporting cycles, reviewing financial information prepared by junior team members, and ensuring the smooth running of client finance operations. Working closely with Managers and Directors, you will liaise directly with clients, offer process improvement recommendations, and collaborate with internal specialists to deliver integrated, value-adding solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of outsourced accounting engagements

Review management accounts, VAT returns, and bookkeeping outputs

Support month-end processes, including balance sheet reconciliations

Supervise, mentor, and develop junior team members

Build strong client relationships through regular communication and proactive support

Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal procedures, and regulatory requirements

Assist with system implementations and process improvements

Work collaboratively with tax, audit, and advisory teams to deliver joined-up client service

Profile

The Successful Candidate will be:

ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent)

Strong background in outsourced accounting or management accounts within practice

Confident managing client portfolios and reviewing junior team work

Excellent communicator with proven client facing experience

Collaborative, adaptable, and committed to delivering high quality outputs

Comfortable commuting to the firm's Manchester office

Job Offer

Competitive salary (£49k + DOE)

Flexible working options, including hybrid working

Flexi time and early finish Fridays

Annual pay reviews and discretionary bonus scheme

Pension scheme

Health cash plan, EAP, wellbeing resources, and retail discounts

Discounted gym membership and wellbeing initiatives

Regular social events, charity involvement, and team building activities

Clear career progression routes, leadership development, and internal mentoring

Professional study support where relevant

Modern, welcoming office environment with a collaborative, inclusive culture