Business Services Manager (Agriculture & Rural)

Butler Rose Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious accountancy practice in Cambridge seeks a Business Services Manager to oversee client accounts and tax returns, with a focus on agricultural clients. This role involves mentoring junior staff and ensuring compliance with internal procedures in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will hold an ACA/ACCA qualification and possess strong interpersonal skills. The position offers a supportive team atmosphere and various benefits including professional certification support and flexible working options.

Benefits

Buddy scheme and in-house training opportunities

Contributory pension and private medical insurance

Cycle to work scheme and free parking

Death in service cover and well-being support

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Flexible working options

Health cash plan and holiday purchase scheme

Professional certification support

Staff awards, social events, and shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 months post-qualification experience in a UK accountancy practice.
• Experience with agricultural clients is preferred but not essential.
• Able to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation and review of accounts and tax returns for a portfolio of clients.
• Manage and report on management accounts, budgets, and engagement profitability.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members.
• Support clients in setting up and maintaining accounting systems and processes.
• Maintain strong client relationships and act as the main point of contact.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to business development initiatives.
• Balance multiple projects effectively.

Skills

Fully qualified ACA/ACCA or equivalent experience

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong IT skills including MS Office

Comfortable working with limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders

Highly organised and detail-oriented

Professional, tenacious, self-motivated

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

CCH software

Job description

Business Services Manager (Agriculture & Rural)
Cambridge
Up to £65,000

A prestigious Accountancy Practice is looking for an experienced Business Services Manager to join a busy, supportive team that works with small and medium-sized businesses across a variety of sectors. This role offers the chance to focus on agricultural clients while working on a wide range of accounting, tax, and advisory projects. The team is approachable, sociable, and encourages professional development in a friendly environment.

Role Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation and review of accounts and tax returns for a portfolio of clients
• Manage and report on management accounts, budgets, and engagement profitability
• Supervise and mentor junior team members, including reviewing their work and providing constructive feedback
• Support clients in setting up and maintaining accounting systems and processes
• Maintain strong client relationships and act as the main point of contact on engagements
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements
• Contribute to business development initiatives, including building relationships with referrers and attending professional events
• Balance multiple projects effectively, both individually and as part of a team, in the office and at client sites

Personal Requirements

• Fully qualified ACA/ACCA or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 12 months post-qualification experience in a UK accountancy practice
• Comfortable working with limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders
• Experience with agricultural clients is preferred but not essential
• Strong IT skills, including MS Office; experience with Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, or CCH software advantageous
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to work to deadlines while managing multiple priorities
• Professional, tenacious, and self-motivated with strong technical knowledge
• Able to handle confidential information with discretion
• Full UK driving licence and access to own transport

Benefits

• Buddy scheme and in-house training opportunities.
• Contributory pension and private medical insurance.
• Cycle to work scheme and free parking.
• Death in service cover and well-being support.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay.
• Flexible working options.
• Health cash plan and holiday purchase scheme.
• Professional certification support.
• Staff awards, social events, and shopping discounts.

If you are an experienced accountant looking to develop your career in business services with a focus on agricultural clients, apply today to join a dynamic and supportive team.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.