Business outsourcing that frees
your focus and fuels your growth

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Business admin
is essential

But it often pulls focus from the work that really adds value.

Our Business Outsourcing team provides flexible, cost-effective support that lets you focus on your core priorities. We act as a seamless extension of your team, delivering service you can
count on.

Outsourced Finance

Our fully outsourced finance function covers every aspect of financial management, from transaction processing to reporting.
And for businesses that need senior financial expertise without the significant overhead, our part-time FD/CFO service provides strategic guidance that drives confident decisions and sustained growth.

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How we champion your business

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Gain strategic leadership:

Part-time FD/CFO support that brings financial clarity without the overhead.

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Strengthen your finance function:

End-to-end management that improves processes, insight and reporting.

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Scale with confidence:

Flexible solutions that adapt as your business needs evolve.

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Maintain your culture:

Seamless integration that preserves your values across outsourced functions.

For clear thinking, practical steps and real progress, get in touch.

HR Outsourcing

Your people ultimately determine your business success. Our HR Services team can help you build, maintain and support a workforce that gives you a competitive edge and drives sustainable growth.

How we champion your business

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Align people with objectives:

HR consultancy that connects workforce strategies to business goals.

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Reduce legal risk:

Employment law compliance that prevents costly disputes and tribunal claims.

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Become a magnet for talent:

Employee experience support that helps you attract and retain the best people in your community and sector.

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Shape a culture you’re proud of:

Policy development that reflects your values and vision, not just legal requirements.

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Payroll Services

Payroll isn't just an administrative function. It's essential to employee satisfaction and regulatory compliance. Our fully managed payroll service handles everything from calculations to payslips with precision and care. We also support auto-enrolment, helping businesses of all sizes meet their pension obligations smoothly and on time.

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How we champion your business

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Payroll Excellence:

Delivery of payroll services you can rely on, accurate, timely and reliable.

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Simplify pensions:

Auto-enrolment support that makes pension administration easy.

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Stay ahead of changes:

Payroll advisory support that anticipates legislative updates before they impact you.

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Gain complete visibility:

Clear, timely reporting that provides full transparency.

CoSec

Our company secretarial service ensures you meet all your legal requirements efficiently and accurately. We’ll help you stay on top of statutory obligations and records, so your leadership team can stay focused on running the business.

How we champion your business

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Ensure compliance:

Efficient management of statutory requirements and filing deadlines.

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Maintain proper records:

Comprehensive maintenance of company registers and annual returns.

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Support governance:

Assistance with board meetings, including agenda preparation and minute-taking.

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Follow best practices:

Guidance on corporate governance that enhances your business reputation.

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Meet the team

There are plenty of ways Sumer can make a difference to your business.

But if we had to pick one, it’s our people. With partner-led services from local experts in every region, we offer national scale and personal support from people who understand your sector and your community. From succession planning and exits to international growth, our specialists are here to help you make the big decisions with confidence.

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Simon Michaels

London
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Simon Michaels

I am a director in HW Fisher Business Solutions, the business support arm of HW Fisher. Specialists in providing back office and CFO services, HW Fisher Business Solutions works with a wide range of clients, from start-ups to established businesses across many industries and service sectors.

I am a qualified Chartered Accountant, providing business and financial consultancy to a range of corporations. I offer a flexible solution to managing corporate finances, which is tailored to suit each client’s needs.

As a Chief Financial Officer, I have demonstrated my strategic and commercial skills at Group Board level and have a proven track record in the review of acquisition targets, due diligence and business integration, as well as providing a hands-on approach to assess the broader strategic issues.

I have held senior financial positions in both private and public companies, including Harvey Nash Group plc, the specialist recruitment services provider. I was Finance Director of the Group’s UK & US Operations for three years and, prior to that, Finance Director of UK Operations.

I have worked with many businesses over the last 10 years, helping businesses through various stages of their business life cycle. As CFO and Board Member I was instrumental in the sale of a number of owner managed businesses.


Expertise

  • CFO Services
  • Performance improvement
  • Working capital management cash flow planning
  • Accounts preparation
  • Budget planning and forecasting
  • Corporation tax
  • VAT

Sector Specialisms

  • Recruitment
  • Professional services
  • SME's

Memberships

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Find out how we can help you move forward with
confidence and peace of mind.

Let’s get your business growing