Jobs, fresher vacancy - Outsourcing Manager • Merseyside

Company: HAYS

Merseyside

Outsourcing Manager | Liverpool Your new companyYou will be joining a respected and long‑established accountancy practice with a strong presence across the North West. The firm is known for its supportive culture, modern approach to outsourced finance, and a commitment to delivering high‑quality client service across a varied and growing portfolio. Due to continued growth they are seeking an outsourcing manager to join their team in Liverpool. Your new roleAs Outsourcing Manager, you will lead a diverse portfolio of outsourced finance clients, acting as the primary point of contact and overseeing the delivery of bookkeeping, VAT returns, management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, and month‑end close.You will take ownership of budgeting, forecasting, and cost‑control activities, ensuring all outputs meet SLAs, statutory deadlines, and UK GAAP/HMRC requirements. You will present management accounts with commentary and insights, guiding client decision‑making. You’ll also manage and develop a team of seniors and juniors, overseeing capacity planning, performance, and training.Additionally, you will drive process improvement and automation, lead system implementation projects, and monitor profitability, WIP, and billing. You’ll play a key role in spotting and delivering advisory opportunities across reporting, process enhancement, and finance transformation.What you will need to succeedACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with experience in practice outsourcingStrong technical grounding in UK GAAP, VAT, and management reportingExperience managing a varied client portfolioConfident in presenting financial information to clientsPrevious line‑management and mentoring experienceA proactive mindset with a focus on improving processes and systemsStrong commercial awareness, including WIP and profitability managementWhat you will get in returnCompetitive salary and benefits packageClear progression opportunities within a growing outsourcing teamSupportive leadership and investment in ongoing developmentExposure to varied and interesting clients across multiple sectorsThe opportunity to drive change, innovation, and best practice within the functionWhat you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role Outsourcing Manager job in Liverpool, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. # 4768833