Accounts Associate Director

Accounts Associate Director – Agriculture/Farms

Location:

Cheltenham

Salary: £70,000 – £80,000

Do you have existing experience of working with Agriculture / Farming clients or a genuine interest in the industry? One of the largest Independent chartered accountancy practices in the South West is seeking talented professionals to join its expanding Farms & Estates team. With over 600 professionals across Gloucestershire, Bristol, and Cardiff, the firm provides expert guidance to farmers, landowners, and agribusinesses across the UK.

• Work closely with the Partners to manage a portfolio of Farm and Rural clients, overseeing annual accounts and business tax computations.
• Provide advice on annual remuneration planning and profit forecasts.
• Advise on capital taxes and review VAT returns.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and identify valuable tax planning and commercial opportunities.
• Mentor and support junior team members and delegate workload.
• Represent the firm at client and industry events.

• ACA / ACCA qualified.
• Experience managing your own portfolio and leading teams of accountants.
• Experience working with Rural / Agriculture / Farming clients or a genuine interest in the industry.
• Good working knowledge of Excel, Xero, and Sage.

• Hybrid working model.
• Genuine work/life balance.
• Clear routes for progression.
• Idyllic offices surrounded by scenic views.
• Friendly and welcoming team.
• Health and wellbeing package.
• Firm-wide events including summer and winter socials.

This role offers excellent career development opportunities, flexible and hybrid working arrangements, and the chance to build lasting relationships across the rural sector. You will also attend industry events to stay connected, informed, and inspired.

To discuss the role further, please contact Jenna Johnson at  or on .

As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.