Chartered Accountant

Longley Farm; Holmfirth; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run dairy business in Holmfirth seeks an experienced Chartered Accountant to manage financial operations across the UK and overseas. Candidates should have a strong grasp of UK accounting standards and corporate tax, alongside relevant qualifications. With a competitive salary and benefits like a contributory pension scheme and professional development opportunities, this role promises to be both rewarding and impactful.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Contributory pension scheme

33 days' holiday per year

Paid breaks

Free parking and staff discounts

Ongoing professional development

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant qualified (FCA, ACA, ACCA).
• Experience in food and agricultural industries preferred.
• Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards and company tax.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit accounts for family businesses and overseas entities.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC requirements.
• Support audits, VAT, and tax planning projects.

Skills

Fully qualified Chartered Accountant (FCA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent)

Proven experience in an accounting role

Strong working knowledge of company tax and UK accounting standards

Ability to handle accounting software, such as Sage

Ability to create management accounts combining accounting and production data

Understanding of financial tools like forward exchange contracts

Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills

Tools

Sage

Job description

Job Title: Chartered Accountant

Location: Holmfirth, West Yorkshire

Salary: Competitive salary (based on experience)

Job type: Full-Time, Permanent

Working Hours: 40 Hours Mon - Fri with some flexibility according to business needs

Please note no sponsorship opportunities are available for this role so all candidates will require the right to live and work in the UK.

About us?

For over 75 years, Longley Farm has proudly produced premium dairy products, blending traditional family values with modern excellence. Renowned for quality and authenticity, our award-winning products are enjoyed not only across Yorkshire but around the world.

As a family‑run business with a proud Yorkshire Heritage and a growing international presence, we take pride in doing things properly from the ingredients we use to the people we work with. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for an experienced Chartered Accountant to help us strengthen and develop our financial operations both in the UK and overseas.

About the role?

This is a full‑time, permanent position based at our offices in Holmfirth, West Yorkshire. Standard hours are Monday to Friday, with occasional flexibility to meet business needs. Occasional overseas travel may be required.

You will be responsible for preparing and submitting accounts for our group of family companies, including overseas entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with HMRC requirements. This role requires strong knowledge of corporate tax, confidence in managing end‑to‑end financial reporting, and a proactive, hands‑on approach. This is a varied and influential position within a respected, long‑established business.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing, reviewing, and submitting accounts for all companies within our family of businesses, including overseas entities
• Ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements and relevant accounting standards
• Providing general support with company tax matters and liaising with external specialists as needed
• Supporting audits, VAT, and tax planning projects, while staying informed of changes in legislation and advising accordingly
• Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation

This is not an exhaustive list, and as the role develops, there will be opportunities to further expand your skills and take on new challenges. The basic requirement is to generate financial information to meet the requirements of management and external organisations such as HMRC. The successful candidate will be expected to develop within the business to apply this information in the wider world of general business and financial management.

About you?

We're looking for someone who enjoys being part of a close‑knit team, takes pride in their work, and is willing to support different areas of the business when needed.

Requirements

• Fully qualified Chartered Accountant (FCA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent)
• Proven experience in an accounting role, ideally in the food and agricultural industries.
• Strong working knowledge of company tax and UK accounting standards
• Ability to handle and manage accounting software, such as Sage.
• Ability to create management accounts which combine accounting and production data. These accounts would be applicable to such areas as product costings or productivity.
• Understanding of tools, such as forward exchange contracts, letters of credit, bank finance, lease purchase, discounted cash flow and net present value.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills

What's on offer?

• Competitive salary
• Contributory pension scheme
• 33 days' holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Paid breaks
• Free parking and staff product discounts
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Regular social events and a supportive team environment

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your experience and salary expectations.

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Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Financial Accountant, Chartered Accountancy, ACCA, ACA, FCCA, Bookkeeper, Financial Planner, Finance Manager, Chartered Accountant, Financial Accountancy, Senior Accountant, Financial Controller, Qualified Accountant may also be considered for this role.