Accounts Senior

EQ; Forfar; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced family friendly policies

Holidays

Paid volunteering time

Continuous learning opportunities

Mentorship and career progression

Job summary

EQ Accountants, part of the Sumer Group and one of the UK’s fastest-growing accountancy practices, seeks an Accounts Senior to operate at a Controller level with an agricultural and rural client focus.

You will own technical delivery, guide junior team members, review work for high quality and build trusted client relationships while supporting growth and advisory projects.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified (ACCA/ACA or equivalent).
• Experience in agricultural or rural accounting desirable.
• Strong technical grounding across accounts and tax.
• Proficient with accounting and tax systems such as CCH, Xero, SAGE, etc.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients, ensuring records are accurate, compliant and up to date.
• Develop strong and lasting relationships with farming and rural business clients, becoming a trusted agricultural advisor.
• Plan and manage tax engagements with focus on tax reliefs and provide strategic advice.
• Oversee the preparation and review of accounts, supporting clients with profitability, succession, diversification and investment.
• Contribute to wider advisory work including business planning, restructuring, grant support and succession planning.
• Supervise and mentor junior colleagues, sharing knowledge and ensuring high-quality delivery.

Skills

Agricultural accounting experience

Client relationship management

Tax planning & compliance

Farming/rural business understanding

Education

Fully qualified ACCA/ACA or equivalent

Tools

CCH

Xero

SAGE

Job description

At EQ Accountants, part of the Sumer Group (one of the UK’s fastest-growing accountancy practices), we know our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re not just colleagues – we’re a community. Our ethos, With You, means when our team thrives, our clients do too. We’re committed to creating an environment where you can grow professionally and personally, with access to mentorship, learning opportunities, and a clear path for progression.

Role Overview

We are looking for an Accounts Senior to operate at a Controller level within our team. As one of the leading agricultural accountants in Scotland you will be working with a client portfolio which will have an agricultural and rural focus, taking ownership of technical delivery, guiding junior team members and supporting clients with confidence. You will act as a key point of contact for clients, while ensuring high quality, technically sound work is delivered across accounts and tax. You will review and coach the work of junior colleagues, contribute to advisory projects and play an important part of building trusted relationships with our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients, ensuring records are accurate, compliant and up to date
• Develop strong and lasting relationships with farming and rural business clients, gaining a deep understanding of their operations and becoming a trusted agricultural advisor
• Plan and manage tax engagements with a focus on tax reliefs (e.g. BPR, APR, VAT schemes) and provide strategic advice
• Oversee the preparation and review of accounts, supporting clients with decision-making around profitability, succession, diversification and investment
• Contribute to wider advisory work, including business planning, restructuring, grant support and succession planning
• Supervise and mentor junior colleagues, sharing knowledge and ensuring high-quality delivery through practical, hands‑on support
• Effectively manage workloads and deadlines, consistently delivering an exceptional client service

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Fully qualified (ACCA/ACA or equivalent)
• Experience in agricultural or rural accounting desirable
• Strong technical groundings across accounts and tax
• Proficient with accounting and tax systems such as CCH, Xero, SAGE, etc.
• Commercially minded ideally with a clear understanding of farming and rural business models, cashflow cycles and risk factors
• Highly organised, with the ability to balance multiple clients and priorities

Belong @ Sumer

At Sumer, we know everyone’s journey is different. That’s why we’re committed to fairness, removing barriers and giving people the support they need to do their best work. If you need any support during the hiring process, just let us know.

Our values represent what matters most to us and guide how we work every day:

• We Shine Together
• We Do the Right Thing
• We Make It Count

We know diverse teams make us stronger. That’s why we’re creating an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs and differences are valued and celebrated.

About EQ

At EQ Accountants, we believe that at the core of our success is our people. We are more than just colleagues; we are a community dedicated to supporting each other to foster a positive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

At EQ, we believe that taking care of our clients starts with taking care of our team. Our ethos, ‘With You,’ reflects this commitment when our people thrive, so do our clients.

We are committed to your professional growth and personal development. Whether you are just starting out, or looking to advance your career, you’ll find the support you need to excel.

As well as a comprehensive range of benefits, including enhanced family friendly policies, holidays, paid volunteering time, we offer continuous learning opportunities, mentorship, and a clear path for career progression to help you reach your full potential