Job description
Accountant / Senior Accountant
Accountant / Senior Accountant - Remote (UK-based) - £40,000 – £55,000 + Remote Working + Benefits
The Job:
This is a hands on finance position responsible for managing the full accounting cycle within a manufacturing and production led environment. The role is primarily remote with regular travel required to operational and production sites.
Key responsibilities:
- Manage accounting operations using SAGE Intacct
- Oversee the full accounting cycle in line with UK accounting standards and statutory requirements
- Prepare month end accounts including reconciliations, accruals and prepayments
- Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
- Prepare VAT returns and support payroll accounting processes
- Produce management accounts and financial reporting packs
- Support budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management
- Monitor production costs, stock movements and cost allocation processes
- Work closely with operational and production teams
- Support audits, compliance and internal financial controls
- Maintain and improve accounting systems, processes and procedures
The Company:
A rapidly expanding international agri-food organisation operating across multiple European locations. The business spans agricultural production, food manufacturing, and value added nutrition products, supplying customers across retail, food service and industrial sectors. The finance function plays a key role in supporting operational performance, cost control, and scalable growth across multi site production environments.
The Candidate:
- Minimum 3 years’ accounting experience in manufacturing, FMCG, agriculture or production environments
- Strong understanding of the full UK accounting cycle and statutory requirements
- Proven experience using SAGE Intacct in a manufacturing setting
- Strong knowledge of stock accounting, production costing and operational finance
- Good understanding of UK VAT, payroll and financial reporting requirements
- Strong Excel and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively
- Fluent written and spoken English
- Willingness to travel regularly to production sites
The Package:
- Salary £40,000 - £55,000 DOE
- Flexible remote working arrangement
- Long term career development opportunities
- Exposure to an international multi site business
- Fast paced and dynamic production environment
- Supportive and professional team culture
- International collaboration across UK and European operations
Please email your CV to Liam Davis, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, LDavis@agriRS.co.uk.
Candidate Requirements
All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.
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About Agricultural Recruitment Specialists
Agricultural Recruitment Specialists is a market-leading, specialist recruitment partner connecting top talent with leading organisations across the agriculture, farming, food and fresh produce, horticulture, environmental, and rural sectors.
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With deep industry knowledge and an extensive global network, we are uniquely positioned to connect high-calibre professionals with forward-thinking organisations. Our consultative approach ensures we deliver not just candidates, but long-term value.
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