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A finance function you can depend on - without the overheads

As your business grows, so do the demands on your finance function. Leaders need faster reporting, clearer insight, stronger controls and systems that integrate seamlessly. Building all of this internally can be costly, time-consuming and difficult to resource.

Our outsourced finance solutions provide you with access to a skilled, scalable team that offers the visibility, assurance, and capacity your organisation needs. From day-to-day operations to management information and fully outsourced finance functions, we build a service around your goals.

What you get with Bishop Fleming

We blend technical expertise, hands-on support and modern digital systems to create a finance function that runs smoothly and delivers confidence.

  • Bookkeeping and transactional processing
  • Bank, balance sheet and control reconciliations
  • Credit control and supplier management
  • Cloud accounting setup and optimisation
  • Integration of third-party tools
  • Ongoing systems support for your team

Whether you need additional capacity or a complete end-to-end solution, our support flexes as your business evolves.

Why businesses choose to outsource their finance function to Bishop Fleming

We take ownership of processes, controls and statutory deadlines, reducing risk and freeing your team to focus on strategic priorities.

Our management reporting gives you the clarity to make informed, timely decisions about cashflow, performance and future plans.

No recruitment, training or resourcing gaps. You gain a stable, named team that knows your business and acts as an extension of your organisation.

From tax and payroll to digital transformation and reporting, you access the capability of a full finance department at a fraction of the cost.

We work with all major cloud accounting platforms, ensuring smooth processes and consistent reporting.

Specialist support for UK subsidiaries of international companies

Operating a UK subsidiary from overseas presents challenges, including compliance, reporting, limited on-the-ground resources, and tight group deadlines.

We act as your UK finance function, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with head office expectations.

Our support includes:

  • Fully managed UK finance operations
  • Management reporting aligned to group formats
  • UK GAAP or IFRS statutory accounts
  • Local tax, payroll and regulatory compliance
  • Dual reporting and consolidation-ready packs
  • A responsive UK-based team working as an extension of yours

Challenges we commonly solve:

  • Stretched head-office teams managing multiple jurisdictions
  • Missed UK deadlines due to limited local resources
  • Inconsistencies between UK and international standards
  • Lack of visibility over UK entity performance
  • High cost of hiring UK finance staff for a single subsidiary

Our model provides international groups with complete peace of mind, accurate reporting, predictable timelines, and clear communication with both local and global stakeholders.

Real results for real businesses 

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“Bishop Fleming has looked after our business since 2016, and Dan White has been at the centre of everything we do. The recommendations we received regarding the level of service provided by Bishop Fleming, proved to be very accurate. We knew we would be able to work closely with Dan and his team. Bishop Fleming has helped us ensure that our personal and business tax affairs are run in the most efficient way, as well as ensuring that the yearly compliance work is carried out efficiently and professionally.”

Alex Meeks, Director of Operations, UTM Consultants Ltd

“Bishop Fleming has provided clear, professional, and practical accounting, finance, and strategic advice since I acquired my first nursing home in 2016. They handle our Year-End Accounts, VAT compliance, Corporation and Personal Taxes, merger and acquisition support, and more with a deep understanding of the healthcare sector. John Speak and his team are always available for any finance, tax, or structural matters, making them an integral part of our professional advisory team.”

Mitesh Kunvarji, Director at Crownwood Healthcare

Build a finance function around your goals

Strengthen control, enhance decision‑making, and gain the clarity to plan with confidence. Whether you’re an SME, a growing group, or a UK subsidiary needing local support, we’re here to help you build a finance function that drives performance.

Key contacts

Dan White

Accountancy Partner

01752 234321

Email Dan

John Speak

Accountancy Partner

01752 234339

Email John

Hazel Tucker

Accountancy Partner

01803 206432

Email Hazel

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