Outsourcing Senior

Outsourcing Senior Associate
Competitive salary + benefits
Central London Hybrid working

I'm working with a longstanding accountancy and tax advisory firm that is looking to appoint an Outsourcing Senior Associate into its Central London team.

This is a strong opportunity for a qualified ACA or ACCA accountant who enjoys management accounts, statutory accounts, client contact and cloud accounting, and wants to join a firm with real heritage, a strong culture and the backing of a growing Top 35 accountancy group.

The firm works with entrepreneurial businesses, private clients and international groups, with particular strengths across technology, venture capital, corporate finance and international advisory work. It is a good fit for someone who wants a varied outsourcing role, strong client exposure and the chance to develop within a progressive, people-focused environment.

The Role

As Outsourcing Senior Associate, you will support a varied client portfolio across management accounts, statutory accounts, VAT, bookkeeping review, forecasting and client advisory work.

You will also help supervise junior team members, support client onboarding and contribute to process improvements across the department.

Responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and reviewing monthly and quarterly management accounts

• Preparing and reviewing statutory financial statements under FRS 105, FRS 102 1A and FRS 102

• Preparing consolidated accounts where required

• Reviewing bookkeeping and accounting processes carried out by clients or junior team members

• Preparing and reviewing standalone and consolidated management accounts using systems such as Xero, Fathom, Excel and other software

• Preparing and reviewing VAT returns

• Supporting clients with software setup and ongoing systems queries

• Responding to general and ad hoc client queries

• Preparing initial fee proposals for new business enquiries

• Managing new client onboarding, including AML/KYC, engagement letters and professional clearance

• Supporting cashflow forecasting and budget preparation

• Preparing or reviewing accounts for partnerships and sole traders

• Training, supervising and reviewing work from junior team members

• Contributing ideas to improve internal processes and operations

What They're Looking For

The firm is keen to speak with qualified accountants who are technically strong, personable and confident working directly with clients.

You will ideally have:

• ACA or ACCA qualification

• At least 3 years' experience in accountancy practice

• Strong experience in outsourcing, management accounts or accounts preparation

• Experience preparing statutory accounts under FRS 102 / FRS 105

• Strong Excel skills

• Xero experience, which is essential

• Good communication skills and the ability to explain technical matters clearly

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage deadlines

• A proactive, client-focused and professional approach

• Experience with Fathom, MS Dynamics 365, SAP Business One, Sage 200cloud or similar systems would be beneficial

• Experience with private equity, venture capital or Top 100 outsourcing clients would also be useful

Why Apply?

This is a great opportunity to join a respected and long-established firm that has recently become part of a growing Top 35 accountancy group.

You will gain exposure to a varied and interesting client base, including entrepreneurial businesses, technology-led clients, VC-backed companies and international work, while still benefiting from a supportive and collaborative team culture.

The package includes:

• Competitive salary + benefits

• Hybrid working

• 35-hour working week

• 20 days' annual leave, increasing with service, plus bank holidays

• Christmas office closure

• Option to buy or sell annual leave

• Paid volunteering day each year

• Ongoing training and development support

• Opportunities for progression and specialism

• Supportive working culture with regular social activity

• Mental health support and 24/7 counselling service

• ESG committee and technology/AI initiatives

• Access to international work through a wider global alliance

This would suit a qualified accountant who wants a broad outsourcing role with genuine client contact, good progression and the chance to join a firm that combines strong heritage with ambitious growth.

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