Agriculture Accounts Assistant – Shrewsbury + Competitive + Career progression opportunities + [...]

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Agriculture Accounts Assistant in Shrewsbury. This full-time, permanent role offers competitive salary, career progression, and professional development opportunities. The assistant will support accounts, bookkeeping, and VAT returns, while ensuring compliance and strong client relationships. Candidates should be Level 4 AAT qualified with a solid background in accounting and excellent skills in software like Xero and QuickBooks.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression opportunities

Flexible working options

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Strong background in accounting and bookkeeping.
• Experience in the agricultural or rural business sector is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of accounts and financial reports.
• Enter data from records and perform reconciliations.
• Process bookkeeping tasks and VAT returns.
• Act as a client contact for queries and correspondence.
• Provide advice on accounting systems.

Skills

Accounting and bookkeeping

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Xero

Proficiency in QuickBooks

Proficiency in Sage

Education

Level 4 AAT qualified or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Agriculture Accounts Assistant – Shrewsbury. Competitive salary, career progression opportunities, professional development and training.

The Company: We are recruiting on behalf of a leading professional services firm with a specialist focus on the agricultural and rural business sector. Known for delivering tailored financial and business support, this firm works closely with farming and rural enterprises, helping them navigate complex financial landscapes and achieve long-term success.

The Role: An excellent opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Agriculture Accounts Assistant to join the team. This role will be full-time and permanent, offering variety, progression opportunities, and the chance to work directly with farming and rural business clients. The successful candidate will support the preparation of accounts, bookkeeping, and VAT returns, acting as a main point of contact for clients while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong working relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of accounts and financial reports for agricultural and rural clients
• Enter data from prime records, perform reconciliations, and complete month-end and year-end processes
• Process bookkeeping tasks and VAT returns accurately and efficiently
• Act as a client contact, handling queries and correspondence in a timely and professional manner
• Provide advice and support on computerised accounting and bookkeeping systems

The Candidate

• Level 4 AAT qualified (or equivalent)
• Strong background in accounting and bookkeeping
• Excellent organisational, prioritisation, and communication skills
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Experience working within the agricultural or rural business sector

The Package

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Full-time, permanent role
• Career progression opportunities within a supportive, friendly environment
• Flexible working options to encourage work-life balance
• Ongoing professional development and training
• The chance to work closely with farming and rural business clients, building strong and trusted relationships

Please email your CV to Grace Hartwell, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, [e-mail].

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