Agriculture Assistant Manager – Exeter
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Agriculture Assistant Manager to join a respected professional services firm in Exeter. This role is ideal for an ACA, ACCA or CTA‑qualified professional with experience supporting farming families, rural enterprises and land‑based businesses. If you’re looking to develop your agricultural accountancy career in the South West with hybrid working, strong progression and a varied portfolio of rural clients, this opportunity offers excellent long‑term development.
About the Agriculture Assistant Manager Role
You will work closely with a diverse portfolio of agricultural and rural business clients, delivering a blend of accounts, tax compliance and advisory support. The role offers significant client interaction, technical variety and the chance to build your expertise within a specialist agriculture and rural business team.
This position suits someone who enjoys building trusted relationships, providing practical advice to farming businesses and supporting the development of junior team members.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a portfolio of agricultural, rural and land‑based business clients
- Support the delivery of accounts, tax compliance and advisory work
- Assist with succession planning, diversification projects and long‑term business planning
- Review accounts, tax computations and supporting documentation
- Act as a key point of contact for farming families and rural enterprises
- Mentor and support junior team members
- Ensure compliance with UK tax legislation and internal quality standards
- Contribute to the growth of the agriculture service line
Skills and Qualifications
- ACA, ACCA or CTA qualified (or equivalent)
- Experience working with agricultural, rural or land‑based clients
- Strong understanding of farming businesses and rural taxation
- Confident managing assignments and reviewing work
- Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
- Ability to deliver clear, practical advice to rural clients
- Proactive, organised and comfortable working to deadlines
Why This Agriculture Assistant Manager Opportunity in Exeter Stands Out
- Hybrid working and flexible arrangements
- Clear progression opportunities within a growing specialist team
- Exposure to a wide range of agricultural and rural clients
- Supportive, people‑focused culture with strong regional presence
- Modern Exeter offices, commutable from Exmouth, Torquay, Honiton, Tiverton and wider Devon
- Ongoing CPD, technical training and professional development
About the Professional Services Firm Supporting Rural and Agricultural Clients
You’ll be joining a well‑established independent professional services firm known for its high‑quality tax, audit and advisory services. With a strong regional footprint and a collaborative culture, the firm offers excellent development opportunities, a modern working environment and the chance to work with a wide range of dynamic rural and agricultural businesses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does an Agriculture Assistant Manager do? They support accounts, tax and advisory work for agricultural and rural clients, helping manage a specialist portfolio.
What qualifications do I need? ACA, ACCA or CTA is typically required, along with experience in agricultural or rural business work.
What experience is needed for agricultural accountancy roles? Experience supporting farming families, rural enterprises, agricultural partnerships and land‑based businesses.
What types of clients will I work with? Farming families, rural enterprises, landed estates, agricultural partnerships and land‑based businesses.
Is hybrid working available? Yes, hybrid and flexible working arrangements are commonly offered.
What progression opportunities exist? Agriculture Assistant Managers often progress to Agriculture Manager and Senior Manager roles.
Apply Now
If you’re ready to take the next step in your rural business advisory career, apply today for this Agriculture Assistant Manager role in Exeter and join a forward‑thinking professional services team.
