Outsourced Finance Manager/Accountant

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Hitchin
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£40,000 / year
CATEGORY
Finance & Accounting
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SKILLS

Bookkeeping Accounts Payable & Receivable Bank Reconciliations VAT Returns Payroll Processing Xero Process Improvement Attention to Detail

FULL DESCRIPTION

Outsourced Finance Manager/Accountant

Location: Hitchin, UK | Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per year | Work Type: Hybrid (3 days in office near Hitchin, 2 days per month in London) | Job Type: Full-time | Experience Level: Mid-Senior level

Job Summary

We are working with a small but growing accountancy practice near Hitchin that is looking to hire an Outsourced Finance Manager / Accountant to take ownership of the day-to-day finances for a group of creative and music-focused businesses. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on variety and working closely with exciting clients in the creative sector. If you have a passion for music and festivals, that’s a big plus. The role could work well for someone studying or qualified AAT or studying towards ACCA. You could also be qualified by experience.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Managing the day-to-day bookkeeping for a group of businesses
  • Handling accounts payable and receivable
  • Bank reconciliations and maintaining accurate financial records
  • Ticket account reconciliations
  • Preparing and submitting VAT returns
  • Payroll processing
  • Assisting with month-end processes and reporting
  • Liaising directly with clients and stakeholders
  • Supporting year-end preparation and working closely with Fractional FD
  • Identifying opportunities to improve processes and efficiency

About You

  • Good academics, potentially studying AAT or ACCA / QBE
  • Previous experience in a bookkeeping/accounts assistant or finance manager role
  • Strong understanding of day-to-day accounting processes
  • Comfortable managing multiple entities or clients
  • Proficient in accounting software (e.g. Xero or similar)
  • Highly organised with strong attention to detail
  • Confident communicator with a proactive approach

Working Pattern & Location

  • Based near Hitchin – 3 days in office (rural, must be a driver)
  • Hybrid working available
  • Approx. 2 days per month in clients London office

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