Agricola Growers Ltd is a farming business based at Antony near Torpoint in South East Cornwall. The farmed area is approximately 1600 hectares growing a range of crops including potatoes, onions, daffodils, combinable crops, environmental schemes and grassland for cattle and sheep.
H F Produce Ltd is a vegetable processing business which washes, peels and processes a variety of vegetables, primarily potatoes, onions and swede. The main product outlets are manufacturing bakeries and food service wholesalers including well-known local and national brands.
Both companies continue to grow with the turnover of both businesses increasing significantly over the past two years. In addition, day-to-day accounting is undertaken for seven contract farming agreements.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Finance and Administration Assistant to work across all areas of the combined business reporting into our Finance Manager. The primary responsibilities will include:
1. Entering invoice data into a Landmark accounts programme, including allocating payments and receipts to specific enterprises.
2. Regular bank reconciliations, VAT returns, and enterprise analysis.
3. Setting up payments to suppliers.
4. Production of reports for management purposes.
5. Inputting payroll information for submission to payroll provider.
6. Maintaining staff holiday and sickness records.
7. General office administration.
Experience of accounting practices is essential, and farm business knowledge is preferable.
This is a fully employed role. This job can be tailored to suit the individual. Hours of work can be flexible and will be agreed with the successful candidate, but it is anticipated the role will be for a minimum of 24 hours per week. A competitive salary will be offered.
Applications to Caroline Lambourne, Finance Manager at Caroline@Agricolagrowers.co.uk. For a confidential discussion about the role, please call Caroline on 01752 816330 8am to 4pm Monday to Thursday.
Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, so you are encouraged to apply at the earliest opportunity.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Part-time
Job function: Administrative
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