Main Duties of an Accounts Manager

• Maintain accurate financial records, ledgers, and accounts for the stud.
• Manage purchase and sales ledgers, processing invoices and payments.
• Prepare payroll for staff, ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements.
• Handle billing and account management for clients (e.g. covering fees, livery charges, veterinary
  costs).
• Manage petty cash, credit control, and expenses claims.
• Provide financial reports to management and support budgeting processes.

What the role requires

• Discreet handling of sensitive financial and personal information.
• Strong record-keeping and data management skills.
• Effective communication with management, staff, clients, and suppliers.

Desirable Skills

• Understanding of stud farm operations desirable (e.g. invoicing for coverings, sales prep, and
  boarding).
• Previous experience in bookkeeping or accounts essential.
• Builds good working relationships with external accountants and auditors.
• Experience working within an agricultural, equine, or small business environment advantageous.
• Experience in preparing payroll, VAT, and management reports.
• Always acts with integrity and reliability.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based, with potential hybrid/flexible working arrangements.
• Full-time or part-time hours depending on stud requirements.
• May involve seasonal peaks (e.g. sales season, year-end).

Benefits

• Pay Level: Management L2.
• Training and Development Opportunities.