Farm Support Advisor - Cahir, Co. Tipperary

Role Overview

We are looking for a skilled Farm Support Advisor to join our team based in Cahir, County Tipperary. The position involves close collaboration with the Head of Farm Support, partners, local office teams, bookkeepers, and clients, primarily supporting commercial farmers in financial and farm management services.

About the Company

Founded in 1975, our firm specializes in professional services for the farming, food, agri, and family business sectors in Ireland. We are an award-winning accountancy firm recognized among Ireland’s Top Ten and have earned B Corporation certification. Our purpose is to help clients develop profitable and sustainable futures, supporting thriving communities across Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients and internal teams in maximizing the benefit of financial management software.
• Develop and review farm budgets, concentrating on the dairy farming sector.
• Prepare financial forecasts, new entrant proposals, scenario plans (such as expansion and succession), and loan assessments.
• Collaborate with banking teams on client loan applications.
• Regularly evaluate actual farm financial performance compared to budgets and benchmark data, predominantly for dairy farms, and communicate findings to clients.
• Ensure adherence to best practice standards in service delivery.
• Engage in business development and activities aimed at acquiring new clients.

Candidate Profile

• Holds a third-level qualification in Agriculture, Accounting, or a related Business discipline.
• Possesses at least three years of experience working directly with farmers or SMEs.
• Has a comprehensive understanding of farming operations with emphasis on the dairy sector.
• Knowledgeable about trends and strategies to improve farm performance.
• Excellent communication abilities paired with strong time management skills.
• Keen interest in technology and tools that facilitate improvements in farming practices.
• Motivated to assist farmers in making informed decisions to enhance profitability.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary with performance bonuses.
• Robust employer pension contributions.
• Generous leave allowance and family-friendly workplace policies.
• Flexible work arrangements including blended work-from-home options.
• Opportunities for professional growth and internal career advancement.
• Access to bike to work schemes and employee assistance programs.
• Well-being initiatives such as a Digital Doctors program and regular wellness, social, and charity events.
• Christmas vouchers and additional staff welfare activities throughout the year.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their CV, quoting the reference FarmSupportAdvisor, to the email provided by the company or via their official website.