When your company starts growing fast, your finances suddenly get more complicated. You need real visibility. You need proper reporting. You need someone to help you steer the ship, not just tell you what has already happened.
That is where an outsourced finance function comes in. It gives your business the level of financial strategy, forecasting, and accountability usually reserved for larger companies with an in-house finance team.
At striveX we have lived this ourselves. We grew from two founders working at the dining room table to a seven-figure accounting firm with a team of 22 and offices in Manchester and Buckinghamshire in just five years. We know what it takes to scale, and more importantly, we know how to support you as you do the same.
Our outsourced finance function provides the expert financial leadership that keeps your business moving forward with confidence.
What is an outsourced finance function
An outsourced finance function gives you access to a specialist team who manage your finances day to day and drive your strategic financial planning. For many scaling businesses, it is a more flexible and cost-effective alternative to hiring a full-time Head of Finance or CFO.
Within striveX, we can offer services like this through our Business Services Team. They become part of your business, giving you a direct line to your accountant and proactive support through every stage of your growth.
What this includes
Management accounts
Clear monthly reporting so you always know how the business is performing and what decisions need to be made.
Budgeting and forecasting
Looking ahead so you can plan investment, protect cash, and grow sustainably.
Cash flow management
Scenario planning and cash visibility to help you make confident spending decisions.
Bookkeeping and VAT
Seamless processes that free up your time and avoid expensive mistakes.
Payroll
Reliable, compliant payroll support so your team is always paid on time.
Monthly finance meetings
We go through the numbers with you and help you understand what they mean for your goals.
Risk and compliance support
Keeping you aligned with HMRC requirements and financial best practice.
Your Business Services Team contact works alongside you, advising on profit, performance and the financial impact of strategic decisions, from pricing changes to new hires and expansions
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Why growing businesses choose outsourced finance support
Cost-effective expertise
You get a high-level finance function without paying senior full-time salaries.
Scalable support
The level of involvement grows with you. More complexity equals more support, without the recruitment headache.
More confidence in decision making
With accurate reporting and clear insights, you can move faster and stay in control.
Better cash and profit performance
Fewer surprises. More intentional financial growth.
Objective strategic advice
A fresh pair of eyes on performance, investment and risk.
Scaling companies often reach a point where bookkeeping and compliance are no longer enough. You need finance leadership. Our outsourced finance team fills that gap.
Cloud technology that powers real-time clarity
We use Xero to give you live access to key financial information. This means you always know what is happening in your business.
We set up the systems, keep the data clean and deliver insights you can act on. No waiting for year-end accounts. No guesswork. Just clarity.
With better systems in place, you can make decisions faster and measure the impact every step of the way.
Who we work with
Our outsourced finance function service is designed for:
- Limited companies turning over £100k to £5m
- Ambitious founders looking for clarity, control and scalability
- Businesses that want a long-term strategic finance partner, not just a compliance provider
We currently support clients in tech, creative industries, ecommerce, construction, hospitality, professional services and more.
If your business is ready for its next chapter, we are ready to support you through it. Get in touch today.
Work with striveX today
Book a discovery call and find out how our team can help you scale with confidence and stay fully in control of your numbers. Let’s turn your growth into profit.
