[Hiring] Head of Outsourced Accounting @Sumer
Mar 18, 2025 - Sumer is hiring a remote Head of Outsourced Accounting. đź’¸ Salary: unspecified. đź“ŤLocation: UK.
Role Description
Sumer, a top 16 accountancy firm, is launching an innovative subscription-based accounting service to revolutionize outsourced accounting for SMEs. We are seeking a strategic and hands-on leader to design, build, and scale this new offering, ensuring it delivers both commercial success and an outstanding client experience.
As part of Sumer Group, you will have access to the expertise, infrastructure, and collaborative environment of a leading multi-brand professional services firm, while also having the autonomy to shape and drive this new division. This is a high-impact role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and has experience scaling outsourced accounting operations.
- Build and launch a scalable subscription-based accounting service from the ground up, ensuring operational excellence and market competitiveness.
- Develop and lead a high-performing team to deliver efficient and high-volume outsourced accounting services, utilising both onshore and offshore resources.
- Own the operational framework, including workflow automation, technology adoption, and process standardization.
- Drive commercial success by managing budgets, pricing structures, and key performance metrics to ensure profitability.
- Enhance client experience by implementing a best-in-class service model that aligns with Sumer’s brand and values.
- Monitor industry trends and adapt strategies to maintain a competitive edge.
- Collaborate across Sumer Group to align marketing, sales, and technical functions for a seamless go-to-market strategy.
Qualifications
- Experience in leading, scaling, and optimising outsourced accounting services or high-volume professional services.
- Strong understanding of UK accounting, compliance, and regulatory requirements.
- Comfortable implementing technology and automation solutions to enhance efficiency.
- Proven experience in managing P&L, pricing strategies, and revenue growth in a professional services firm.
- Demonstrated success in recruiting, mentoring, and leading teams in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to develop and maintain high-quality service standards that drive customer satisfaction and retention.
Requirements
- Entrepreneurial: Thrives in a startup-style environment, comfortable with ambiguity and rapid decision-making.
- Process-Driven: Able to balance big-picture strategy with hands-on execution.
- Results-Oriented: Takes ownership of goals and delivers measurable outcomes.
- Innovative & Tech-Savvy: Always looking for ways to leverage technology to improve efficiency and service quality.
- Collaborative & Influential: A strong communicator who can align stakeholders and drive cross-functional initiatives across Sumer Group.
Benefits
- Committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment.
- Personalized support for all candidates during the hiring process.
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Mar 18, 2025
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| đź“Ť | Be aware of the location restriction for this remote position: UK |
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