Built for growth…or just survival?  

The accountancy profession has always been busy, but recently, it feels like it’s operating at full capacity… all the time.

With ever-increasing compliance demands, tighter deadlines, and rising client expectations, firms are being asked to do more, deliver faster, and still remain cost-effective, all while dealing with recruitment challenges and retention pressures.

For many Businesses, the daily reality isn’t just “busy”, it’s stretched. And the big question is:

Are you building for long-term growth, or just keeping your head above water? 

Recent industry surveys paint a clear picture:

• 70% of small to mid-sized accountancy firms say managing client workload is their biggest operational challenge
• Over 40% are actively considering outsourcing as a way to relieve pressure and create room for growth
• Many report spending 25–40% of their time on low-value, administrative or process-driven work, time that could be spent on advisory services, client development, or strategy

The numbers speak volumes.

Growth isn’t just about winning new business; it’s about having the infrastructure to handle it.

So, Where’s the Bottleneck? 

One of the most common growth blockers in modern firms isn’t a lack of skill or ambition, it’s capacity. Teams are overwhelmed with routine work that, while essential, doesn’t always require in-house expertise.

Tasks like:

• Bookkeeping
• Payroll processing
• Year-end accounts preparation
• VAT returns

These functions, while critical to client service, can dominate internal time and take focus away from value-added work.

That’s why more firms are looking at outsourcing as a strategic tool, not just to save time, but to unlock new potential within their teams.

Outsourcing: A Strategic Decision, NOT a Last Resort 

When done right, outsourcing offers firms flexibility, resilience, and room to grow.

And perhaps most importantly, it gives internal teams space to do the work that really matters to clients (and to the long-term vision of the Business).

For those curious about whether outsourcing might be a fit, many providers offer free trials or pilot programs, a risk-free way to explore how external support could integrate with your operations.

Learn More at Accountex Summit Manchester

If you’ve been thinking about how to ease the pressure on your team, improve efficiency, or simply build a more scalable operation, Accountex Summit Manchester is the perfect place to start exploring.

Affinity Outsourcing will be exhibiting at Accountex Manchester on the 23rd of September.  

Book your free ticket here.

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