Outsourcing Semi-Senior or Outsourcing Assistant Manager

Outsourcing Associate / Assistant Manager (Qualified or Nearly Qualified)NewburyPermanent, Full-TimeConfidential - Leading UK Accountancy & Advisory FirmAre you a nearly or newly qualified accountant looking to take the next step in your career? Our client, a highly respected and certified Great Place to Work, is seeking an ambitious Outsourcing Associate or Assistant Manager to join their growing cloud-accounting and outsourced finance team.This is an exciting opportunity to work with innovative businesses-from life-science spinouts and fast-growing SMEs to large international groups-while progressing quickly within a supportive, people-first environment.Why This Role?Hybrid working model with flexibilityPeople-first culture with excellent benefitsFull support for progression, including comprehensive development programmes and study support where applicableChance to help shape a growing, forward-thinking outsourcing teamExposure to a wide range of dynamic and high-growth clientsWhat You'll Be DoingYou will play a key role within the outsourcing team, delivering cloud-based finance solutions and high-quality management reporting. Responsibilities include:Client & Team ManagementContributing to the management of a diverse client portfolioSupporting planning, mentoring and reviewing work of junior team members (depending on experience)Management Reporting & AdvisoryProducing management accounts, KPI analysis and forecastsInterpreting financial information and discussing insights directly with clientsAdvising on operational and strategic business decisionsCloud Finance Systems & ProjectsDesigning and implementing Xero-based finance systems and associated apps (e.g., Dext, Fathom) Working on ad-hoc projects and short-term client engagementsUsing automation and cloud technology to improve processes and drive efficiencyInnovation & Client ServiceContributing to the development of new solutions and service improvementsEnsuring consistently excellent client experienceWhat We're Looking ForYou will be someone who brings initiative, curiosity and strong problem-solving skills. Essential criteria include:

ACA / ACCA qualified or nearly qualifiedExperience in a practice outsourcing, cloud accounting, or management accounts roleStrong understanding of Xero-based financial systems, apps, workflows and controlsA proactive, positive and collaborative mindsetStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to manage your own workload and meet deadlinesThis Role Will Suit You If ? You enjoy variety and working directly with entrepreneurial and fast-growth clients? You want to build advisory skills-not just produce accounts? You like cloud tech and enjoy improving financial systems? You want progression and development in a supportive, people-focused culture

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