Outsourcing Senior Manager - Accounting Services More than you expectedGrant Thornton UK LLP is part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 73,000 people in over 150 countries. We're a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience. One that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. Personal, proactive, and agile. That's Grant Thornton.Job Description:OUTSOURCING SENIOR MANAGERNEW GROUND WON'T BREAK ITSELF.Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals. You will lead the outsourcing function of our Accounting Services team. The outsourcing team serves as an extension of our clients' finance team, supporting them in meeting their compliance needs. We ensure that our clients' reporting is timely and accurate and therefore forms a sound basis for clients to fulfil their tax and reporting obligations with consequent benefits for society as a whole.We're happy to talk flexible working and we'll support you to balance your work and life.A look into the roleAs the leader of the Outsourcing function within our UK Accounting Services team you will deliver a profitable service line, quality client service and a first-class people experience by:Working with the existing leadership to gain an in-depth understanding of the business and processesLeading and inspiring our people in taking the business forward through change and growthBuilding scale in the team to meet requirements for growth and monitoring ongoing resource needsTaking the lead in achieving sustained and rapid growth through effective marketingLeading on the conversion of new business opportunities, delivering proposals and presentations to prospects.Supporting the outsourcing manager team, fostering a culture of coaching and development and rewarding great performanceBeing approachable and accessible and providing technical support and guidanceBeing responsible for team finances and liaising with stakeholdersLeading where necessary on the onboarding of large and complex assignmentsBeing a point of escalation for clients, taking the lead in conversations where requiredKnowing you're right for usJoining us as an outsourcing senior manager the minimum criteria you'll need is a professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, ICAS, CA, or CIPFA) with:Extensive experience of team leadershipExperience of onboarding and managing large outsourcing assignmentsExcellent knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS102Good knowledge of UK VAT, corporation tax and employment tax rulesSome experience of IFRS would be beneficialKnowing we're right for youEmbracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential.Our open and accessible culture means you'll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That's why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work.Beyond the jobLife is more than work. The things you do, and the people you're with outside of work matter, that's why we're happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we'll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance.The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you'll be giving back to society. It's that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our firm's values - purposefully driven, actively curious and candid but kind.We're looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what's right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It's how it should be.#J-18808-Ljbffr