Job Description
We have an exciting opportunity for an Outsourcing Manager based in the Business Advisory Department in our Ipswich office however will need to work flexibly across all offices.
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 and to inspire, motivate and coach 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.
* Agreeing on client timelines of when to receive information to complete bookkeeping and VAT returns.
* Being the main point of contact for clients for Bookkeeping work.
* Occasional visits to our client premises to set up and maintain bookkeeping records and quarterly VAT returns.
* To embrace technological change in the accounting space and ensure these are embedded in our portfolio of client solutions.
* Client focus to work towards and maintain professional and good relationships with clients.
Experience
The successful candidate will:
* Ideally be AAT, ACCA or ACA qualified or qualified by experience.
* Experience working within accountancy practice (desirable).
* Highly organised, with previous bookkeeping and people management skills.
* Strong IT skills and experience working with different accountancy systems (such as Xero, Sage, Dext, ApprovalMax, Go Proposal & Quickbooks).
* Self-motivated and able to work on their own initiative.
* Team player.
* Prioritises communication as a key attribute.
Why Join Us?
We offer an attractive reward and benefits package which you can tailor to suit your needs.
* Full study support and commitment to continued learning & development, with a personalised development plan during your probationary period and beyond
* Salary between £40,000 to £50,000, dependant on experience
* A culture that promotes work life balance and opportunity for some work from home where that fits with the team’s needs.
* 38 Days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays and 3 days off over the Christmas period
* Life Assurance up to 4x salary and contribution towards the Firm’s pension scheme from day one
* Access to mental health support and a wide variety of other benefits are available through our employee hub.
* Access to our Health Cash Plan from your first month with us
* Opportunity to participate in the Scrutton Bland Foundation, supporting the local community
Every new team member will experience a full induction and training programme where you will get up to speed on our systems, processes, and ways of working.
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.
Diversity Statement
Scrutton Bland values diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities. We don’t discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender assignment, age, religion or belief, pregnancy, maternity and paternity status, disability, marital or civil partnership status.
We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences and abilities. We actively encourage BAME and disabled applicants and value the positive impact that difference has on our teams. We are committed to equality and diversity within our teams. We continue to encourage interest from applicants who require reasonable adjustments within the workplace.
Recruitment and internal career development
We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities, and industries, and are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences and abilities. We actively encourage ethnic minorities and disabled applicants and value the positive impact different lived experiences have on our teams. We are committed to inclusion and diversity within our organisation. We continue to encourage interest from applicants who require reasonable adjustments within the workplace.
Sounds interesting? We look forward to hearing from you, please apply now.