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Business Services & Outsourcing Manager - Compliance

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Cooper Parry

23d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Accounting & Tax
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must be ACA/ACCA qualified, experienced in project management and client relations, skilled in accounting software, and passionate about client experience and continuous improvement.
  • You will manage client compliance needs, support projects, develop junior team members, and oversee efficient processes while ensuring client and team satisfaction.

Requirements

  • You will need to be ACA/ACCA or equivalent qualified. But above all, you will need to be passionate about client experience, constantly looking for ways to add more value to our clients. Ideally, you will have:
  • Excellent project management, client relationship management and time management skills, to project manage a portfolio of clients to precise deadlines
  • Have experience working in a practice environment, with exposure to management accounts, statutory accounts and VAT return preparation
  • Experience using a range of accounting software, notably Xero, Sage or QBO
  • Ability to build strong client relationships and deliver an outstanding client experience
  • Ability to coach more junior team members and delegate effectively when needed
  • Umpf! A genuine passion and drive for "getting stuff done", someone with excellent project management and communications skills
  • Have a “play all in” team spirit to support the wider department, with the ability to coach more junior team members and delegate effectively when needed
  • Have a hunger for continuous improvement and a curiosity for finding the best way of doing things!

Responsibilities

  • Managing a portfolio of client work for a growing collection of entrepreneurial businesses dealing with all clients’ compliance needs ranging from basic statutory compliance to international group consolidations all while reporting directly to partners.
  • Supporting on various projects
  • Supporting more junior members of the with daily development and coaching of the team
  • Project managing a slick and efficient process from start to finish, keeping both the client and various internal teams happy, including working capital management

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Business Services & Outsourcing Manager - Compliance role?

You need to be ACA/ACCA or equivalent qualified.

What does the day-to-day work involve for this position?

You will manage a portfolio of client work, support various projects, coach junior team members, and project manage processes from start to finish to ensure client satisfaction.

Is this position focused on a specific industry or clientele?

No, this role is focused on a diverse range of entrepreneurial, owner-managed businesses across every sector.

What projects will I be supporting as part of this role?

You will support on various compliance and accounting projects, managing everything from basic statutory compliance to international group consolidations.

What skills are necessary to excel in this role?

Excellent project management, client relationship management, time management skills, alongside a genuine passion for client experience and continuous improvement are essential.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this position?

Yes, the role is designed to help you grow through your career journey with access to a wide range of knowledge and support from Managers to Partners.

Is experience in a practice environment required?

Yes, experience in a practice environment, particularly with management accounts, statutory accounts, and VAT return preparation, is necessary.

What accounting software experience is beneficial for this role?

Experience with accounting software such as Xero, Sage, or QuickBooks Online (QBO) is beneficial.

How does Cooper Parry view company culture?

Cooper Parry is committed to a people-first culture, valuing relationships and open communication over run-of-the-mill advice.

What other benefits does Cooper Parry offer employees?

Benefits include flexible working arrangements, generous holiday entitlement, a no dress code policy, comprehensive wellbeing support, volunteering opportunities, and social activities.

Cooper Parry

The Rebels of Accountancy ⚡ Top 25 Best Companies to Work For – 4 Years Straight | #1 Accountancy Firm to Work For. Boom

Finance
Industry
201-500
Employees
1850
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We’re no ordinary firm of accountants and business advisers, proud to be the UK’s largest accountancy B Corp, in fact. We work with entrepreneurial, fast growth businesses across the UK to help them grow, become more tax efficient, get up to speed with their Tech and transform their culture. We’re straight-talking and put people and relationships before products and services. And the one thing we will never do is grey.