Who are we?
Warden Farming Co Limited and Lincolnshire Pork Co Limited are long established and highly successful family-owned businesses with shared directorship, based in North Lincolnshire. We have a mixed farming enterprise, consisting Arable, Livestock (pig) breeding, sustainable renewables, as well as the famous Uncle Henry’s visitor attraction and events/ conference centre. The successful candidate will be working, as part of the senior management team, at the company head office in a charming and well-equipped farm office within a small and highly motivated support team.
We offer a range of benefits including
- In house employee discount programme
- Company Pension
- Health and wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- Opportunity for in-house and industry training funded by the company
- On-site parking
Main purpose of the role:
The Finance and Payroll Manager is responsible for the effective management of the company's day-to-day financial administration, accounting processes and office operations across Lincolnshire Pork Co and Warden Farming Company.
The role provides accurate financial information to support business decision-making, ensures compliance with financial and statutory obligations, maintains robust financial controls and contributes to the efficient operation of the business.
Working closely with the Directors and other members of the Senior Management Team, the post holder will take ownership of accounting processes and provide leadership and guidance to the supporting administrator.
Reports to: Directors
Direct Support: Office Administrator (shared administrative support resource)
Key Tasks
Financial Management & Accounting
- Maintain overall responsibility for the company's accounting systems and financial records.
- Undertake purchase ledger and sales ledger functions, ensuring accurate and timely processing.
- Produce and issue sales invoices and verify self-billing invoices
- Monitor debtor balances and undertake credit control activities where required.
- Manage supplier payments and maintain positive supplier relationships.
- Complete monthly bank reconciliations and reconcile key balance sheet accounts.
- Prepare and submit VAT returns accurately and on time.
- Maintain fixed asset and financial records where applicable.
- Process journals, accruals and prepayments as required.
- Ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with company procedures.
Management Reporting & Business Support
- Prepare monthly management accounts and P&L as required.
- Provide financial analysis and performance information to and Directors and the Senior Management Team.
- Assist with annual budgets and periodic forecasting activities.
- Support cashflow monitoring and reporting.
- Identify financial trends, variances and opportunities for operational improvement.
- Produce ad hoc financial reports and analysis as required.
Payroll Administration
- Manage payroll processes to ensure accurate and timely payment of employees.
- Ensure compliance with HMRC, pension and statutory payroll requirements.
- Maintain payroll records and liaise with external providers where applicable.
Financial Controls & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations, company policies and statutory requirements.
- Maintain appropriate financial controls and procedures.
- Support year-end accounting processes and liaise with external accountants and auditors.
- Ensure timely payment of taxes, pensions and other statutory obligations.
Office Administration & Operational Support
- Support Directors and the Senior Management Team with administrative and operational requirements.
- Maintain petty cash records and reconciliations.
Continuous Improvement
- Review and improve accounting and administrative processes.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through technology, automation and improved procedures.
- Contribute to business improvement initiatives and operational projects.
Key Relationships
- Directors
- Senior Management Team
- Office Administrator
- External Accountants
- HMRC
- Pension Providers
- Suppliers and Customers
Person Specification·
Essential
- AAT qualified, part-qualified accountant or equivalent relevant experience.
- Significant experience in accounting, finance or bookkeeping roles.
- Strong understanding of management accounts, reconciliations, VAT and payroll processes.
- Experience using accounting software packages.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to analyse financial information and present findings clearly.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
Desirable
- AAT Level 4 or higher accounting qualification.
- Experience within agriculture, food production or manufacturing sectors.
- Experience of budgeting and cashflow forecasting.
- Experience of Farm plan or Landmark accounting systems.
- Experience supervising or coordinating administrative staff.
Company Values
The post holder will conduct themselves in a manner aligned with and promoting the company's core values:
- Customer Focus
- Delivering Results Effectively
- Development
- Making a Difference
- Respect
Pay: £36,000.00-£42,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Gainsborough DN21 4JD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Can you please provide details of relevant qualifications and level of qualification please.
Experience:
- Financial accounting: 3 years (required)
- Payroll management: 3 years (required)
- Payroll software: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
