Farm Assist Accounts Manager
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Job summary
This is a full time on/off site farm (Poultry, fish, mixed farming etc) based in part Accra and Eastern Region. The Farm Assist Accounts Manager will be assisting the Accounts and Farm Manager in Accounting/Finance in respect to farm operations.
Min Qualification:
HND
Experience Level:
Entry level
Experience Length:
2 years
Language Requirement:
English
Working Hours:
Full Time - 8 to 5
Applicant Location:
Ghana
Job descriptions & requirements
Responsibilities:
Financial Management & Reporting
- Prepare and analyze financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)
- Monitor budgets for farm operations, feed production, equipment purchases, and seasonal inputs
- Track cost centers like poultry units, crop divisions, or aquaculture
Inventory & Cost Control
- Oversee valuation and tracking of agricultural inventory (e.g., feed, fertilizers, livestock)
- Implement cost accounting systems to monitor input-output efficiency
- Analyze feed formulation costs, yield per acre, or livestock growth rates
Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure adherence to tax laws, agricultural subsidies, and import/export regulations
- File VAT, withholding tax, and other statutory returns relevant to agribusiness
- Liaise with auditors and regulatory bodies (e.g., Ghana Revenue Authority, FDA)
Contract & Vendor Management
- Draft and review contracts with suppliers, distributors, and logistics partners
- Negotiate payment terms and ensure timely disbursements
- Monitor compliance with procurement policies and agro-input
Payroll & HR Communication
- Manage payroll for farmhands, technical staff, and seasonal workers
- Ensure compliance with labor laws and social security contributions
- Track productivity-linked incentives or overtime for field
Strategic Planning & Forecasting
- Provide financial insights for expansion plans (e.g., new poultry units, irrigation systems)
- Forecast cash flows based on seasonal cycles and market trends
- Support feasibility studies for capital investments or donor-funded projects
Technical & Operational Support
- Collaborate with farm managers to align financial data with operational realities
- Troubleshoot discrepancies in production vs. accounting records
- Integrate ERP or farm management software for real-time financial tracking
General Operational Support
- Collaborate with the farm manager in field/farm operations as and when required by the farm manager
- Other responsibilities as may be assigned.
Core Qualifications
- Education: HND or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Agribusiness, or Agricultural Economics is typically required.
Essential Skills
- Agricultural Cost Accounting: Ability to calculate unit costs of production (e.g., cost of egg per crate), track biological asset valuations, and manage seasonal cash flows.
- Financial Software Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of agricultural software (e.g., AgManager), ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel.
- Budgeting & Forecasting: Skill in developing annual farm budgets, forecasting seasonal expenses, and maximizing Return on Investment (ROI) for fertilizers, feed, and labor.
- Risk Management & Compliance: Understanding of tax laws, agricultural subsidies, environmental regulations, and insurance policies pertinent to farming.
- Data Analytics & Reporting: Ability to interpret yield data, equipment depreciation, and market trends to aid in strategic farm planning
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