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Agriculture Accounting Manager

Employer
Meraki
Location
Borders, Scotland, United Kingdom
Salary
Competitive Salary
Closing date
Nov 9, 2024
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Job Role
Manager
Sector
Finance
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Agriculture Accounting Manager
Meraki Talent is proud to be supporting a leading firm of Chartered Accountants based in the Scottish Borders with the newly created position of Agriculture Accounting Manager.

As an Agriculture Accounting Manager, you will have the privilege of working closely with the incredible farming and Agricultural businesses that are the heart and soul of this community in the Scottish Borders.

The region's rich farming heritage and innovative spirit are truly inspiring. Our client provides tailored financial and advisory services that help clients thrive in a competitive and ever-changing landscape.

From navigating the complexities of Agricultural tax planning to securing funding for sustainable farming initiatives, the team ensures that clients can focus on what they do best - nurturing the land and producing high-quality products.

If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the local Agriculture sector and connecting with fellow professionals, farmers, and businesses who share this commitment, please reach out to Dean at Meraki Talent.

The Firm:

Our client is a well-known and rapidly growing CA firm whose energy, adaptation, and embracement of tech and automation sets them apart from their local competitors. They have invested heavily into the growth of their business over the past 2 years and are now reaping the rewards with the employee base growing and are now starting to compete with some larger and better-known firms in Scotland.

The Role:

Due to an expanding client base, our client is looking to strengthen the team further by recruiting an Agricultural Accounting Manager. This role would suit an experienced accountancy or tax professional who currently works with Agri-business and is seeking a change.
The successful candidate will take on the role of Agriculture Accounting Manager for a varied portfolio of clients ranging from sole traders and partnerships to limited companies.
With offices in the Scottish Borders and Penrith, there is flexibility on where the successful candidate can be based.

Duties &

Responsibilities:

  • Managing all aspects of your clients’ accountancy affairs to ensure an excellent service is provided
  • Mentoring junior staff, and reviewing their work
  • Managing Preparation of annual accounts and Tax complexities
  • VAT work related to the specific sector, including Partial Exemption checks, and identifying issues
  • Collaborating with Farmers Averaging calculations, Capital Allowances, and Heritable and Capital Accounts
  • Building and strengthening current client relationships and dealing with their day-to-day queries
  • Organising and attending client meetings off-site and in-office

Key Experience:
  • Experience working in a similar role within an accountancy practice
  • Excellent communication skills and a keen willingness to learn and develop
  • Being part or fully qualified in a professional accountancy qualification is preferred but sector experience is more relevant
  • An ability to connect and build strong long-lasting relationships within the Agriculture community

Benefits:

As well as ongoing learning and development opportunities and a career development programme, our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package which includes:
  • Pension contribution scheme
  • Flexible working
  • Approved professional subscriptions
  • Life cover
  • Income protection
  • Financial planning consultation
  • Enhanced annual leave

Contact:

For full information and a confidential chat, please reach out to Dean at Meraki Talent.

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