Digital Outsourcing Manager

Digital Outsourcing Manager
Leicester
Office-Based (4 or 5 days per week, flexible)
Salary Competitive

A highly respected and long-established independent accountancy practice in Leicester is seeking a Digital Outsourcing Manager to lead and develop its growing management accounts and outsourced finance function. This is a unique opportunity to shape an evolving service offering through innovation, technology, and leadership. You'll be at the forefront of delivering modern, digital-first finance solutions to a diverse SME client base, driving efficiency and excellence across the board.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the preparation of monthly and quarterly management accounts for a portfolio of SME clients.
• Manage a team delivering bookkeeping, VAT returns, payroll, and forecasting services as part of a full outsourced finance function.
• Review internal processes and implement improvements using cloud accounting tools and solutions.
• Prepare and present insightful financial reports, including cash flow forecasts and performance analysis.
• Serve as the main point of contact for clients, ensuring high-quality, consistent service with commercial awareness.
• Drive client portfolio growth through service development and relationship management.
• Support onboarding and digital transformation initiatives for new clients.
• Mentor and develop junior team members, supporting training and professional development.
• Contribute to strategic business development and the ongoing evolution of the firm's outsourcing function.

Personal Requirements

• Qualified ACA, ACCA or qualified by experience.
• Strong background in management accounting within a UK accountancy practice.
• Proven experience in managing client portfolios across a variety of sectors.
• Proficient in cloud-based accounting platforms, particularly Xero.
• Hands-on knowledge of tools like Dext, Fathom, or similar.
• Commercially minded with a focus on delivering value-added client insights.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Confident communicator with a client-focused approach.
• Experience in digital transformation or process improvement projects.
• Skilled in KPI reporting, budgeting, and cash flow planning.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-linked development opportunities.
• Flexible working (4 or 5 days per week).
• Salary sacrifice schemes.
• Private health insurance and Healthshield cover.
• 34 days' holiday, with the option to purchase additional days.
• Free on-site parking.
• Death in service benefit.
• Open plan, modern office environment.

This is an exciting opportunity for a digitally minded, strategic finance professional ready to lead a team and drive innovation in an established and forward-thinking practice. If you thrive on responsibility and want to make your mark, we'd love to hear from you.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.