Finance Manager

fdu Build Out Practice | TOP 10 - PROGRESSIVE PRACTICE | Finance     

Our Client, a top ten size progressive practice, is looking to develop its Outsourcing Function with the hire of an Outsourcing Manager to be based at their Reading offices. You would play an important role in the smooth running of the team, providing colleagues and Clients alike with an excellent level of service and ensuring all work is completed efficiently, effectively, and in compliance with company and industry regulations.

Reporting to the Regional Partner the responsibilities of the role include:

• Management of a team of ten, to include scheduling, supervising and reviewing work ensuring appropriate standards are met.
•  Monitoring the workloads of all team members and providing cover where necessary to ensure that work is delivered and quality maintained.
•  Ensuring that the performance of the team is controlled and monitored against set targets.
• Coaching and developing the team on an ongoing basis, identifying individual’s strengths and development areas.
• Managing Client relationships – taking new Clients from the transition phase through to allocation within the team. Ensure Client demands are managed and ultimately met.
• Ensuring a high-quality service provided to all clients.

Requirements:

• A qualified accountant.
• Prior experience of managing a small Client portfolio and overseeing the preparation of Client’s records from an outsourcing perspective.
• Prior experience of working in practice or specialised ‘accounting outsourcing’ organisation.
• Self-motivated with excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Self-confident with excellent communication skills, both written and oral.