Outsourcing Manager

We have an exciting opportunity for an Outsourcing Manager based in the Business Advisory Department in our Ipswich office.  
 
Why Scrutton Bland?

Scrutton Bland are a leading provider of financial services and advice to both business and private clients.
 
We place a strong emphasis on valuing individuals needs and contributions. You will have the opportunity to develop your career whether this be within the team, developing knowledge and skills in a different area of the business or personal development. We are committed to supporting individual’s continuous development.
 
The role
The successful candidate will: 

• Lead a diverse team of Outsourcing analysts and Seniors across our Colchester and Ipswich offices with Partner Support inspiring, motivating and coaching the team to be the best they can be. 
• Leading on the conversion of new business opportunities and delivering proposals to prospects through building internal relationships and external networking.  
• Able to demonstrate that they have an extensive pragmatic working knowledge of bookkeeping. 
• Able to confidently use software such as Xero, Sage, Dext, Quickbooks, ApprovalMax and Go Proposal as well as training others in the team to use them in an efficient way. 
• Reviewing bookkeeping, management accounts and VAT Returns completed by team members. 
• Managing the workflow of the Bookkeeping team. Reviewing weekly work plans & ensuring the team is working towards deadlines throughout the week, as well as ensuring that quality standards are maintained.  
• Review weekly timesheets completed by the team ensuring that time posted to clients and non-chargeable assignments are consistent. 
• Working with clients to agree timelines of when bookkeeping and VAT returns need submitting. 
• Being the main point of contact for clients for Bookkeeping work. 
• Occasional visits to client offices to set up and maintain bookkeeping records and quarterly VAT returns. 
• Embrace technological change in the accounting space and ensure these are embedded in our portfolio of client solutions. 
• Build and maintain professional relationships with clients.

What you’ll be part of  

At Scrutton Bland, we are committed to empowering our clients and people to make informed decisions and achieve their goals, whether business or personal. Our mission is to be the guardian of our client’s financial futures and our people’s professional aspirations. So, what does that mean for you?  

We are looking for individuals who are:  

• Ambitious, who want to drive the Firm forward.  
• Compassionate, they have purpose and are proactive in their approach to meeting both client and personal goals.  
• Agile, they embrace new ideas and demonstrate innovativeness.  
• And proud, proud to be part of Scrutton Bland.  

How to apply

Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit for this role to careers@scruttonbland.co.uk or via the button below.