Job Description

Job Overview

Brokerfy Recruitment

is hiring on behalf of our client, a highly reputable accounting firm based in Banbury, for an experienced

Manager - Agriculture & Property Clients

. This is a critical leadership role managing a portfolio of rural business clients, delivering tailored accounting and tax planning solutions, and supporting departmental development. The successful candidate will be ACA/ACCA or CTA qualified (or equivalent), possess deep knowledge of tax and accounts preparation within a practice environment, and demonstrate strong client relationship and team management skills.

You will be responsible for reviewing work, driving business development, supporting junior staff, and helping shape strategic direction across the Agriculture and Property department. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive, technically strong individual seeking career growth within a client-focused and values-driven firm.

Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of agriculture and property clients, delivering tailored accounting and tax planning services. Provide exceptional service to clients across a range of areas in a cost-effective and timely manner. Respond to client and third-party (e.g. HMRC) queries promptly and professionally. Develop in-depth knowledge of client businesses to become a key day-to-day contact. Review accounts and tax returns prepared by junior staff for both corporate and unincorporated clients. Identify and escalate tax planning, VAT, NIC, or business opportunities as part of the review process. Assist partners on advisory, business planning, and tax-specific assignments. Manage departmental workload by effective delegation, team monitoring, and training. Complete staff appraisals and support performance development across the team. Ensure deadlines are met (e.g. statutory accounts, P11Ds, tax returns). Control WIP and assist partners in progressing work to completion and billing. Promote an efficient and cost-effective work environment through strategic planning and supervision.

Qualifications

Essential

: ACA, ACCA or CTA qualification, or equivalent experience. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Excellent computer literacy and ability to use relevant accounting systems.

Experience

Essential

: Minimum 3 years of accounts and tax experience within a practice environment.

Desirable

: Previous experience at manager level in a practice. Exposure to clients in rural business or related sectors.

Skills & Competencies

Ability to review and finalise accounts and personal tax returns efficiently. Strong active listening, communication, and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to manage, motivate, and develop high-performing teams. Excellent business development, marketing, and networking abilities. Organised, analytical thinker with the ability to generate ideas and resolve issues quickly. Strong presence and professional credibility. Discreet, trustworthy, and resilient.

Job Requirements

Must live within commuting distance of

Banbury

. Willingness to work outside normal hours when necessary.
If you are a driven accounting professional with experience in rural and property sectors and looking to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply for this exciting managerial opportunity through Brokerfy Recruitment.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 49,000.00-65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Private medical insurance Sick pay
Schedule:

Day shift Flexitime Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Banbury OX16: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

Certificate of Higher Education (required)
Experience:

Acccounts and Tax: 3 years (required)
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

ACA (preferred) ACCA (preferred) CTA Qualification (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Location:

Banbury OX16 (preferred)
Willingness to travel:

25% (preferred)
Work Location: In person