Finance Manager - Farming

Agrial Fresh Produce Ltd; Frating; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural company in Frating is seeking a Finance Manager - Farming to oversee the farm's P&L and business partnering across outdoor and indoor growing sites. The ideal candidate will have qualifications in ACCA/CIMA or be experienced in finance management, particularly within an FMCG environment. Offering up to £50,000 based on experience, with hybrid working options available.

Benefits

Annual bonus eligibility

Qualifications

• Qualified or experienced in finance management, preferably in farming or FMCG.
• Ability to manage P&L statements effectively.
• Strong analytical skills to drive profitability.

Responsibilities

• Manage ACCFs P&L and business partnering across growing sites.
• Support farm operations and the wider business finance function.
• Ensure financial maximization for the farm.

Skills

WIP Accounting

FMCG experience

Education

Part or Fully Qualified in ACCA/CIMA

Job description

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Manager - Farming at Agrial Fresh Produce, producer of the Florette salad brand, to join our farming team in Colchester, CO7 7HG. This Finance Manager role has direct responsibility for the farm's AFFs P&L and business partnering our farming operation across two growing sites, both outdoor and indoor, harvested all year round. The role holds managerial duties of the Farm, but has no direct or indirect reports.

The successful candidate is desirable to be Part or Fully Qualified in ACCA/CIMA; however we are open to reviewing candidates qualified by experience. Reporting into the Head of Business Finance, the Finance Manager - Farming will support our farm's operation and the wider business finance function to maximise profitability. Experience with WIP Accounting or in an FMCG environment is highly preferential due to the variable nature of the farm.

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 17:00. Hybrid working of 2 days per week, scaling with farming season.

Pay: Up to £50,000 depending on experience, with annual bonus eligibility.