Outsourced Senior Manager - Guildford

Ref: 2042 Date Posted: Tuesday 24 Mar 2026

Outsourced Senior Manager | Guildford | £60,000 – £70,000

We’re working with a fast-growing, multi-office accountancy and advisory firm with a strong presence across the South East, now looking to appoint an Outsourced Senior Manager into their Guildford office.

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a client-facing, commercially focused role, working closely with owner-managed businesses and SMEs, acting as a trusted advisor and providing strategic financial insight.

 

The Role

You’ll take ownership of a portfolio of clients, delivering a high-quality outsourced finance function while supporting business owners with meaningful, forward-thinking advice.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Acting as a trusted advisor to SME clients, supporting with financial strategy and performance
  • Overseeing management accounts, forecasting, budgeting and financial reporting
  • Reviewing and ensuring accuracy of statutory reporting and compliance (VAT, HMRC, etc.)
  • Leading regular client meetings, presenting financial insights and recommendations
  • Identifying risks and opportunities, helping clients make informed commercial decisions
  • Working collaboratively with internal teams across tax, audit and payroll
  • Coaching and mentoring both internal team members and client finance teams

 

About You

We’re looking for a commercially minded, confident individual who enjoys working closely with clients and adding real value.

  • ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent)
  • Strong background within an accountancy practice environment, ideally in outsourcing
  • Experience working with SMEs / owner-managed businesses
  • Comfortable delivering financial insights to senior stakeholders
  • A natural relationship builder with excellent communication skills
  • Experience managing or mentoring team members

Desirable (but not essential):

  • Exposure to growth businesses, scale-ups or turnaround environments
  • Experience supporting fundraising, M&A or exit planning

 

What’s on Offer

  • Salary in the region of £60,000 – £70,000
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays, with option to buy/sell additional days
  • Enhanced family-friendly policies
  • Pension scheme
  • Regular social events and a collaborative team culture
  • Hybrid / flexible working options available

 

Why This Role?

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to move into a more advisory-led, client-facing position, away from pure compliance.

You’ll be joining a firm that is:

  • Growing and forward-thinking
  • Invested in modern ways of working
  • Focused on delivering real value to clients