Agricultural Accountants for Farmers in Essex

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Let ARB’s agricultural accountants do your farm bookkeeping, tax, and agriculture accounting, so you can get on with farming your farm.

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Personalised Support from Trusted Agricultural Accountants

At ARB Accountants, we go beyond just compliance. As experienced agricultural accountants, we offer practical, hands-on advice tailored to your farm’s unique financial cycle. Whether it’s managing unpredictable income or handling seasonal expenses, our farming accountants understand what it takes to keep your business moving. With expertise in farm bookkeeping, tax planning, and digital tools, we help farmers across Essex and the South East make smarter decisions with confidence.

We’ve supported hundreds of rural clients over the years, making us one of the most dependable agricultural accountants in the region. Our proactive approach means you’re not just reacting to changes—you’re prepared for them. From inheritance planning to agriculture accounting software setup, we simplify the complex. Whether you’re a sole trader or run a large estate, trust ARB’s accountants specialising in agriculture to give you clarity, control, and confidence over your finances.

15+ Years’ Experience 
Cloud-Based Farm Bookkeeping
Transparent Pricing, No Surprises
Trusted by Essex' Farmers

What Our Agricultural Accountants Offer

As expert agricultural accountants, we recognize the pressures farmers and rural enterprises encounter, unpredictable income, seasonal workers, complicated VAT legislation, and constantly shifting subsidies.

Farm Bookkeeping Made Simple
Accurate records are vital to running a successful farm. Our farm bookkeeping service ensures income, costs, grants, and subsidies are recorded clearly. Using cloud tools like Xero and QuickBooks, we maintain real-time books—so you always know your cash flow and performance. Our agriculture accountants understand the nuances of bookkeeping in agriculture, livestock tracking, seasonal income, and capital costs.
Payroll for Farm Workers
Farm payroll often involves temporary and seasonal staff, which makes compliance tricky. We handle everything—RTI, Auto Enrolment, and minimum wage requirements. Our farm accountants manage payroll submissions, tax deductions, and statutory payments, keeping your team paid and your business compliant.
Forecasting for Smarter Planning
Farming faces constant change from weather to commodity prices. Our agriculture accountants provide tailored business forecasts to help you prepare. We assist with cash flow projections, profit forecasts, and big-picture planning, so you can grow confidently while minimising risks and tax exposure.
Tax Planning for Farmers
From CGT on land sales to farm inheritance, tax for farmers is complex. Our agricultural tax specialist help reduce liability and protect your assets. We guide you through tax reliefs like APR and BPR, and support succession planning to ensure smooth and tax-efficient farm handovers.
VAT Returns & Compliance
Farming VAT involves mixed-rated goods and exemptions errors can lead to penalties. Our agricultural accountants handle VAT returns carefully. We ensure full Making Tax Digital compliance with software setup, accurate digital records, and on-time submissions for all farming activities.
Self Assessment for Farmers
Our agricultural accountants take the stress out of Self Assessment by handling your tax returns accurately and on time. We help farmers claim eligible reliefs, report diversified income streams, and avoid HMRC penalties—ensuring complete compliance while keeping your tax position as efficient as possible.

How to Join Our Agricultural Accountants

Getting started is simple. Our 3-step onboarding process is designed to save you time, reduce stress, and put your practice on a stronger financial footing.

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Begin by setting up a free consultation with our qualified agriculture accountants. We will sit down and get to know your farm’s specific requirements as well as how our agricultural accounting services can ensure that you are compliant, profitable, and efficient.

We Review Your Farm’s Financials

Our experts will thoroughly review your farm’s financial condition—whether it is farm bookkeeping, VAT return, or taxation planning. We will pinpoint what needs to change and provide custom guidance on how to streamline your agricultural accounting services .

We Handle Everything For You

Once on board, our farm accountants will be at your service, taking care of your agricultural accounting requirements. From tax returns to budgeting, you can trust us to keep your finances in check so you can concentrate on operating your farm.

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Why Choose Our Agricultural Accountants?

At ARB, we do more than just manage your accounts, we support farmers and agriculture professionals with proactive, specialist-led financial care.

Deep Understanding of the Farming Sector

Our agricultural accountants specialise in the realities of rural life. From weather-affected income to subsidy rules, we bring unmatched insight into your challenges.

End-to-End Farm Bookkeeping

With years of hands-on experience in farm bookkeeping, our accountants for agriculture ensure your records are accurate, compliant, and easy to access.

Proactive Tax & Compliance Planning

Our farming accountants help minimise tax liabilities while ensuring full compliance. We make agriculture accounting work for your long-term business goals.

Digital-First Approach, Rural Focus

ARB’s accountants for farmers use cloud-based tools built for modern agriculture, combining software and rural expertise to deliver faster, smarter results.

Here’s what our clients say about us

“Absolutely outstanding. I’ve been working with Saurabh now for just over a year and he’s been nothing short of excellent with my account management, answering queries and providing general business support. Always available when I need them. Five star service overall.”

Jade Fubara

Don’t Just Take Our Word For It

With years of experience supporting rural clients across Southend, Essex, and beyond, ARB Accountants is a trusted partner for farmers, landowners, and agricultural businesses seeking expert financial support. Our award-winning agricultural accountants offer clear, practical advice—no jargon, no delays—just responsive service designed around the realities of farm life.

Wondering what it’s like to work with experienced farming accountants who get agriculture? Let’s start with a free, no-obligation consultation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the services of agricultural accountants?

Agricultural accountants provide expert financial services specific to the farming sector. These include farm bookkeeping, tax planning, VAT returns, payroll management, and financial forecasting. Their expertise ensures that farmers are able to cope with the peculiar financial challenges of agriculture effectively.

How do farming accountants help with tax planning?

Farm accountants are aware of the unique tax rules impacting farmers. They assist in maximizing tax positions by utilizing agricultural reliefs, subsidies, and allowances to ensure compliance and achieve maximum profitability.

Why is specialized farm bookkeeping essential?

Farm bookkeeping entails the monitoring of various income sources and agricultural-specific expenses. Proper bookkeeping by qualified agriculture accountants leads to improved financial control and decision-making for farm business.

Can agriculture accountants assist with succession planning?

Yes, agriculture accountants have an important role to play in succession planning. They help plan the farm ownership transition, resolve tax considerations, and ensure a smooth transition to the next generation.

What is the difference between cash and accrual accounting in farming?

Cash accounting records transactions when money changes hands, while accrual accounting records income and expenses when they are earned or incurred. Agricultural accountants can advise on the most suitable method for your farm’s financial reporting.

How do accountants for farmers assist with VAT returns?

Farmers’ accountants handle the intricacies of VAT on farms, keeping the calculations precise, submissions timely, and in line with HMRC rules to avoid possible penalties.

Are there special accounting software programs for farmers?

Yes, there are accounting software that are specifically designed for the agriculture industry. They assist in financial management, inventory tracking, and report generation. Agricultural accountants can suggest and facilitate the installation of the best software based on your requirements.

How frequent should I meet with my farm accountant?

Regular meetings, at least quarterly, are recommended. This provides timely money reviews, tax planning, and dealing with any upcoming money problems in your farming business.

What do agricultural accounting companies do?

Agricultural accounting companies provide bookkeeping, tax, and compliance services tailored to farms and rural businesses, helping them manage income, costs, and subsidies effectively.

Why use agriculture accounting firms instead of general accountants?

Agriculture accounting firms specialise in farming-specific rules like VAT on mixed supplies, subsidies, and inheritance reliefs—areas general accountants may overlook.

When should I consult an agricultural tax specialist?

You should speak to an agricultural tax specialist when selling land, planning succession, or applying for reliefs like APR or BPR to minimise tax liabilities.

Why is bookkeeping in agriculture different from other businesses?

Bookkeeping in agriculture must track seasonal income, grants, livestock, and capital costs—making specialist farm bookkeeping essential for accurate reporting and compliance.

Ready to simplify the finances of your farm?

Book your free meeting today, let our agriculture accountants handle everything from farm bookkeeping to tax planning, whether you’re based in Essex, London, or anywhere in the South East.