Purchase Ledger
- Process supplier invoices accurately.
- Match purchase invoices to purchase orders where applicable.
- Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies.
- Prepare and process supplier payment runs.
- Maintain supplier records and respond to supplier queries.
Sales Ledger
- Raise customer invoices.
- Monitor aged debtors and assist with credit control procedures.
- Allocate receipts and maintain accurate customer account records.
- Resolve customer account queries promptly and professionally.
Bank & Cash Management
- Perform daily bank reconciliations across multiple entities and bank accounts.
- Process receipts and payments accurately.
- Monitor cash balances and report any issues to management.
- Assist with cash flow reporting and forecasting.
- Maintain accurate petty cash records.
Management Accounting Support
- Assist with monthly management accounts preparation.
- Prepare accruals, prepayments, and journals as required.
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts.
- Maintain fixed asset registers.
- Assist with budget preparation and variance analysis.
VAT & Compliance
- Prepare VAT workings and support VAT return submissions – including partial exemption calculations.
- Ensure transactions are coded correctly according to VAT regulations.
- Maintain accurate records to support audits and regulatory requirements.
- Assist with year-end accounts preparation and external accountant requests.
Payroll
· Process payroll including Benefits in Kind, compliance with HMRC and workplace pension schemes.
General Administration
- Support the wider finance team with ad hoc projects.
- Respond to internal and external financial enquiries.
- Assist with continuous improvement of financial processes and controls.
Skills & Experience
Essential
- AAT level 3 minimum or the equivalent in experience.
- Strong knowledge of VAT including partial exemption.
- Excellent working knowledge of Xero accounting software.
- Experience in payroll and a good understanding of HMRC requirements.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to work across multiple entities and prioritise workload effectively.
Desirable
- Experience within property, lettings, agriculture, hospitality, rural estate, or land agency sectors.
- AAT qualification or working towards AAT/ACCA/CIMA.
- Experience with multi-company accounting environments.
- Knowledge of Brightpay software.
Personal Attributes
- Professional and discreet when handling confidential information.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proactive and self-motivated.
- Flexible approach with willingness to support a varied portfolio of businesses.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Problem-solving mindset with a keen eye for detail.
Typical Systems Used
- Xero
- Brightpay
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Teams
- Online banking platforms
- Property management and booking systems (where applicable)
Who we are
Fowler Fortescue is a highly successful and growing boutique rural estate management agency. Our clients own land-based businesses including traditional estates and farming businesses, with diversified income streams such as hospitality, renewable energy, property development and mineral extraction.
What is on offer:
· £34,000 per annum, depending on experience
· Office based (Fonthill Bishop, SP3 5SH)
· Core working hours Monday to Friday between 08:30 – 17:00
· 25 days holiday allowance, plus bank holidays
· Contributory Company Pension
· Professional development support
· Onsite parking.
How to apply:
Closing Date: 14 August 2026
Please submit your CV, together with a covering letter outlining your suitability for this position, and send by email to mk@fowlerfortescue.co.uk
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £34,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
