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Outsourced Finance Team

An outsourced finance team for growing businesses that need more than basic bookkeeping.

Structured finance support for UK businesses that need bookkeeping, payroll, VAT, reporting and review without hiring a full in-house finance team. We provide a regular finance rhythm, named support and senior oversight where needed.

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Finance Team SupportBookkeeping, payroll, VAT, reporting and senior review.
What changes

Finance support becomes structured, consistent and easier to manage.

01

Team in place
A clear support structure is agreed for bookkeeping, payroll, VAT and reporting.
02

Monthly rhythm set
Deadlines, query routines and reporting timelines are agreed.
03

Records reviewed
Bookkeeping, payroll, VAT and reports are reviewed as part of the finance cycle.
04

Directors supported
Owners get clearer numbers, better routines and a finance process that can scale.

Service overview

A managed finance function without hiring in-house.

As businesses grow, basic bookkeeping is often no longer enough. Payroll, VAT, supplier records, customer balances, cash flow, management reporting and director queries all need a more structured process.

Our outsourced finance team service gives businesses access to regular bookkeeping, payroll, VAT support, reporting and senior review without the cost or complexity of building a full in-house finance department.

The aim is to create a dependable finance routine, with clear responsibilities, regular deadlines and better visibility for directors.

Why it matters

Growing businesses need more than ad hoc bookkeeping.

When finance work is handled reactively, deadlines slip, reports arrive late and directors lose visibility. A structured outsourced finance team gives the business a clearer routine and better support as it grows.

Founders lose time

Owners should not be chasing receipts, reconciling accounts or fixing reports late at night.

Part-time support gets stretched

A single bookkeeper can struggle as payroll, VAT and reporting needs grow.

Deadlines need ownership

VAT, payroll, pensions, CIS and reporting all need a clear routine.

Reports need review

Directors need more than raw reports from the software.

Queries need structure

Clear query sheets and responsibilities help work move forward.

Support needs to scale

The finance process should grow with turnover, staff and complexity.

What’s included

Bookkeeping, payroll, VAT, reporting and review in one structured finance process.

We combine the core finance routines a growing business needs, supported by regular communication and review.

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Finance Team Controls
The routines that help keep the finance function moving every month.

Named bookkeeping support
A regular bookkeeping process with clear responsibilities and query routines.

Payroll and pension support
Payroll processing, payslips, RTI submissions and pension support where agreed.

VAT and compliance support
VAT returns, VAT reviews, MTD support and related bookkeeping checks.

Management reporting
Monthly reports, review notes and commentary to help directors understand the numbers.

Systems and workflow support
Support with finance apps, receipt capture, approval workflows and bookkeeping processes.

Senior review and oversight
Higher-level review and guidance where the business needs more than routine processing.
How it works

A structured finance cycle for growing businesses.

01

Scope the finance function
We review your current finance process, systems, deadlines, pain points and reporting needs.
02

Onboard records and routines
We agree responsibilities, access, deadlines, query formats and reporting structure.
03

Run the finance cycle
Bookkeeping, payroll, VAT, reporting and queries are handled to the agreed cadence.
04

Review and improve
Reports, processes and systems are reviewed so the finance function continues to improve.
Is this you?

Who Outsourced Finance Team is for.

Growing SMEs
Businesses that need more structure than basic bookkeeping.

Owner-managed businesses
Directors who want finance support without hiring in-house.

Businesses outgrowing a bookkeeper
Companies where payroll, VAT, reporting and queries now need wider support.

Businesses needing joined-up finance
Businesses wanting bookkeeping, payroll, VAT and reporting handled together.
Packages

Packages designed around your business

Every business is different. The packages below provide a guide to our most common service levels, with final pricing tailored to your specific requirements.
Starter
Foundation
£350–£600 / month
For businesses that need reliable bookkeeping, VAT compliance and accurate financial records.
Weekly bookkeeping
Bank reconciliations
Receipt capture
Payroll for up to 10 employees
VAT-ready records
Monthly reports
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Growth
Growth
£600–£1,500 / month
For growing businesses that need better visibility, payroll support and regular financial reporting.
Everything in Foundation
Payroll for up to 25 employees
Monthly management reports
Cashflow support
Regular review meetings
Scale
Outsourced Finance Team
£1,500+ / month
For businesses that need a dedicated finance function without the cost of an in-house team.
Everything in Growth
Daily bookkeeping
Payroll for 25+ employees
Budgeting and forecasting
Cashflow management
Board and management reporting
Every package includes a dedicated bookkeeping team, documented processes, cloud software and ongoing support. One-off onboarding fees may apply depending on the condition of the records, software setup and overall project requirements.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

It is a structured finance support service covering bookkeeping, payroll, VAT, reporting and review without hiring a full in-house team.

Yes. Monthly bookkeeping is one part of the service. An outsourced finance team is broader and can include payroll, VAT, reporting, systems and senior review.

In many cases, yes. We can support businesses that no longer want to manage bookkeeping fully in-house.

Yes. Management reporting can be included depending on the agreed package.

Yes. Payroll and pension support can be included where agreed.

Yes. VAT and CIS support can be included where relevant to the business.

No. We do not make payments on behalf of clients. We provide reports, payment visibility and bookkeeping support, but clients remain responsible for approving and making payments.

Yes. Where HMRC agent authorisation is in place, we can contact HMRC on your behalf about relevant matters.

It is best suited to growing SMEs that need regular finance support, better reporting and a more structured process than basic bookkeeping.

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Book a free 30-minute consultation and we’ll show you exactly where the wins are in your current setup.

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Client reviews

What our clients say

Google★★★★★

We’ve been using Better Bookkeeping for our accounting needs, and the service has been exceptional from start to finish. Their team is professional, reliable, and always willing to go the extra mile to ensure everything is accurate and up-to-date. As a business owner, having peace of mind when it comes to finances is invaluable, and Better Bookkeeping delivers just that. They are incredibly organized, approachable, and quick to respond to any queries. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a top-quality bookkeeping and accounting service. Five stars all the way!

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Google★★★★★

We have been working with Mike and his team for over a year now. We find they are very professional, efficient and have helped us with our accounting and bookkeeping. They have been flexible and work around our business needs. I have no hesitation to recommend them.

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