9 Accounts Assistant jobs in Reading

Bauer Media Outdoor is one of the UK’s leading Out of Home media owners, with more than 33,000 advertising sites nationwide. Our talented team of over 650 people work across 14 locations, delivering some of the most creative and impactful advertising campaigns in the country.

At Bauer Media Outdoor, we’re committed to Creating the Future of Media . We’re driving innovation through technology and reimagining what’s possible in Out of Home advertising.

About the role

We’re looking for a confident and detail-driven Accounts Payable Executive to join our Finance team in Woking.

In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring our suppliers are paid accurately and on time, while providing excellent customer service to both internal and external partners. You’ll also support the Accounts Payable Manager in identifying opportunities for process improvement and mentoring team members to deliver best-in-class results.

What you’ll be doing

• Overseeing the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices and credits across all operating divisions.
• Preparing and running payment batches in line with company policy and controls.
• Managing new supplier setups and amendments.
• Performing supplier statement reconciliations and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
• Monitoring processing deadlines and delegating workloads effectively across the AP team.
• Supporting month-end processes, including key balance sheet reconciliations.
• Ensuring compliance with VAT and CIS regulations.
• Leading by example in providing outstanding customer service to both internal teams and external partners.
• Using systems (including D365) to manage and track performance and identify areas for process improvement.
• Taking ownership of the Halo ticketing system, resolving or allocating queries efficiently.

What we’re looking for

• AAT qualification
• Proven experience in Accounts Payable .
• Previous supervisory or team support experience.
• Confident using Excel and accounting systems (D365 experience desirable).
• Strong organisational and communication skills with excellent attention to detail.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

What’s in it for you

• Competitive salary with annual bonus (OTE up to 8%)
• 33 days paid holiday (including bank holidays)
• Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 from home)
• Company pension scheme matched up to 8%
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Life Insurance & Group Income Protection
• Cycle-to-Work Scheme and Travel Loans
• Discounts across 100s of retailers
• Regular social events and team activities

At Bauer Media, we are committed to treating everyone with fairness and respect, regardless of their race, gender, age, ethnicity, background, sexual orientation, disability, or any other differences. We work hard to foster an inclusive environment, a place you can be yourself. We support reasonable adjustment requests from candidates and employees. If you're interested in joining us to shape the future of out-of-home media, we'd love to hear from you.

As an accounts payable administrator, within our Infrastructure department, your main responsibility will be to provide the Estates management team, the Surveyors and Treasury function with the required level of support to advise existing corporate clients on estates management. You will have the ability to develop your role and extend your estates management experience and administration skills.

• Covering the email inbox for AP queries
• Liaising with Suppliers/Landlords regarding queries
• Processing recurring rental invoices
• Process Adhoc invoices, such as Electricity, gas, insurance
• Assisting with running the weekly AP payment file
• Assisting with VAT reports and chasing Landlords for VAT receipts
• Ensuring Vendors are correct and liaising with vendor team
• Liaise with Treasury on payment files, refunds etc
• Raise debtor invoices
• Review monthly AR debt and support with chasing payments
• Support with client transition
• Assist with other duties related to accounting and finance, as needed

Requirements

• A-Level education or equivalent professional experience
• Proficient in the use of MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel

Benefits

• Hybrid working - to give you the flexibility you need
• Holidays: 25 days increasing in line with length of service to a maximum of 30 days
• Enhanced auto enrolment pension scheme - to help you save for the future
• Life assurance - to protect your loved ones should the worst happen
• Interest free season ticket loans
• Cycle to work scheme - discounted bicycles
• Flu and eye care vouchers - to keep you healthy
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 health & wellbeing support
• Remote GP app - to give you and your family access to medical experts quickly
• Platform hosting 1000s of discounts at your favourite retailers, restaurants, supermarkets, leisure & days out venues, gyms and more
• Family & wellbeing policy - including enhanced maternity pay, menopause support, neurodiversity support, carer support, company sick pay and much more

Plus a Flexible benefits policy that allows you to pick and choose additional benefits as below:

• Purchasing up to 5 days additional holiday
• Discounted gym membership
• Discounted dental insurance
• Discounted private medical insurance
• Discounted critical health insurance and more

We recognise that diversity in all its forms including but not limited to race, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, and background - enriches our workplace and enhances our ability to serve our clients and community effectively. Our goal is to create a culture where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work, knowing their unique perspectives are welcomed and appreciated. We actively seek applicants from all backgrounds and want you to get in touch even if you don’t have all the skills we have asked for - we will support you with the development you need.

Recruitment agencies

Cluttons will only pay agency fees where a signed agreement is in place and the agency has been instructed by a member of our HR team.

We do not accept speculative or unsolicited CVs from any third party, including recruitment agencies. Any CVs submitted to Cluttons or any of our employees outside of our formal recruitment process, including those sent directly to hiring managers or other employees, will be deemed unsolicited and will not be eligible for any agency fees.

To support the delivery of high-quality client accounting services by accurately processing banking and financial transactions, maintaining robust records, and ensuring compliance with industry standards including RICS and The Property Institute (TPI). The role works closely with a busy credit control team and sits within a wider group of over 35 finance professionals serving clients across the corporate, investor, and infrastructure sectors.

We offer flexibility with both full-time and part-time options for this role, but it’s important that the individual is able to work across all five working days.

You’ll be part of a collaborative and professional team of 35+ finance specialists delivering client accounting services across a diverse portfolio of corporate occupiers, institutional investors, and infrastructure clients. The team is committed to excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement in financial service delivery, with strong integration between cashiering, credit control, and client accounting functions.

Cashiering & Transaction Processing

• Process incoming payments from tenants and clients (e.g., BACS, cheques).
• Accurately allocate receipts to tenant accounts and property ledgers.
• Monitor daily bank activity and ensure timely posting of transactions. 
• Process and deposit payments at the bank, including rent and deposit cheques, ensuring accurate documentation and reconciliation.
• Record and track tenant rent deposits, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and internal procedures.

Reconciliations & Financial Integrity

• Assist with bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate financial records in line with client mandates and internal controls.
• Support month-end and year-end financial close processes.

Compliance & Regulatory Standards

• Ensure all cashiering activities comply with internal policies, client instructions, and relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Adhere to RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) professional standards, particularly around client money handling and financial transparency.
• Follow TPI (The Property Institute) protocols to ensure correct treatment of client funds and instructions.

Credit Control Support

• Work closely with the credit control team to ensure timely allocation of receipts and resolution of payment queries.
• Assist in identifying and escalating overdue accounts or payment anomalies.
• Provide transactional support to help reduce aged debt and improve cash flow visibility.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Respond to payment-related queries from tenants, property managers, and clients.
• Collaborate with client accountants and property teams to resolve account issues and ensure smooth financial operations.

Requirements

• Experience in cashiering, accounts receivable, or finance assistant roles (ideally within property or real estate).
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Familiarity with property management systems (e.g., TRAMPS, Yardi, MRI).
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Understanding of RICS client money regulations and TPI compliance is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

• AAT qualification or equivalent (or working towards).
• Experience working in a regulated property management environment.

Benefits

• Hybrid working - to give you the flexibility you need
• Holidays: 25 days increasing in line with length of service to a maximum of 30 days
• Enhanced auto enrolment pension scheme - to help you save for the future
• Life assurance - to protect your loved ones should the worst happen
• Interest free season ticket loans
• Cycle to work scheme - discounted bicycles
• Flu and eye care vouchers - to keep you healthy
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 health & wellbeing support
• Remote GP app - to give you and your family access to medical experts quickly
• Platform hosting 1000s of discounts at your favourite retailers, restaurants, supermarkets, leisure & days out venues, gyms and more
• Family & wellbeing policy - including enhanced maternity pay, menopause support, neurodiversity support, carer support, company sick pay and much more

Plus a Flexible benefits policy that allows you to pick and choose additional benefits as below:

• Purchasing up to 5 days additional holiday
• Discounted gym membership
• Discounted dental insurance
• Discounted private medical insurance for family cover
• Discounted critical health insurance and more

We recognise that diversity in all its forms including but not limited to race, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, and background - enriches our workplace and enhances our ability to serve our clients and community effectively. Our goal is to create a culture where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work, knowing their unique perspectives are welcomed and appreciated. We actively seek applicants from all backgrounds and want you to get in touch even if you don’t have all the skills we have asked for - we will support you with the development you need.

Recruitment agencies

Cluttons will only pay agency fees where a signed agreement is in place and the agency has been instructed by a member of our HR team.

We do not accept speculative or unsolicited CVs from any third party, including recruitment agencies. Any CVs submitted to Cluttons or any of our employees outside of our formal recruitment process, including those sent directly to hiring managers or other employees, will be deemed unsolicited and will not be eligible for any agency fees.

A leading, highly successful and growing firm of chartered accounts, based in Maidenhead, Berkshire is looking to bolster their team with the addition of a qualified ACCA/ACA Accounts & Audit Senior or Assistant Manager (Circa 40% audit), in a role offering excellent progression potential and career advancement prospects.

This leading firm of accountants provides accountancy, tax, audit and advisory services to a mix of clients across Berkshire, London and further afield including corporates, professional services and not-for-profit organisations. Clients are across a variety of different industry sectors, both private and listed businesses across the South-East, primarily focused on owner-managed businesses.

Joining the team as an Audit and Accounts Senior, or Assistant Manager, you will have responsibility for audit, accountancy, and tax services to an exciting client base. The audit department is growing and they have some great plans for the future, therefore the business is seeking individuals, who are career-focused and looking to progress with the potential to develop in their careers.

You will have a genuine opportunity to progress and develop in your audit career following qualification and this position will offer exposure to accounts, audit and tax. The remit of the position and the level of audit work can be built around the applicant's experience and aspirations.

Why you will love this opportunity as Finance Assistant at Civica
As a Finance Assistant, you’ll play a key role in supporting the Finance Lead with daily, weekly and monthly finance tasks. You’ll be responsible for handling queries, processing payments, and maintaining accurate records to ensure smooth financial operations across the business.
This role offers the opportunity to work closely with a collaborative team in Amersham, gaining exposure to a wide range of finance activities and contributing to Civica’s ongoing success. You’ll also provide cover during holiday periods, developing a strong understanding of the Finance function and its impact on the wider business.

What you will do to be successful in this role

Key responsibilities

• Allocate daily payments received in the Doctors’ Account and download payments from online banking
• Answer queries relating to bank book remittances and monitor the Finance inbox
• Perform credit card reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
• Collate and reconcile weekly cheques received, and prepare weekly payments to doctors
• Write cheques for refunds and complete purchase order requisitions
• Maintain scanning, filing and general record keeping
• Support other office duties as required and provide cover during holiday periods

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent knowledge and use of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Excellent analytical and organisational skills, with the ability to work independently
• Excellent communication skills and curiosity to learn
• Previous experience in admin and finance would be an advantage
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• A proactive and collaborative approach to problem solving

Benefits

Time Off & Work-Life Balance

25 Days Annual Leave + bank holidays – plus the option to buy up to 10 extra days!
Days of Difference – Up to 3 extra days off for volunteering.

Financial Well-being & Security

Pension Contributions – 5% employer match to support your future.
Income Protection – Up to 75% salary cover for long-term illness.
Life Assurance – 4x salary tax-free lump sum.
Critical Illness Cover – £25,000 lump sum (extendable to dependents).

Health & Perks

Private Medical Insurance – Fast access to private healthcare.
Health Cash Plan – Claim back physio, therapies & more.
Dental Insurance – Cover for routine & emergency care.
Affinity Groups – Join employee-led communities.
Bounty Bonus – Refer a friend & get rewarded.

At Civica, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that a variety of perspectives drives innovation and excellence, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure fairness and transparency, so every candidate has an equal chance to contribute to our mission. 

If you need any adjustments or accommodations to participate in our recruitment process, please let us know. We are here to support you.

Finance Assistant - Frimley

Alarm Communications Limited are a leading team of fire protection, commercial security and building management systems specialists. Our client base is predominantly built of prestigious buildings and landmarks, such as high-end hotels, stadia and education establishments in and around Greater London. We are currently looking to appoint a new Service Coordinator to be based at our office in Frimley.

Our Finance Assistant

To look after day to day accounting tasks as required in conjunction with the existing team in Finance.

• Carry out day to day accounting tasks within ACL in conjunction with the other members of the Finance department.
• Purchase invoice posting, expenses, statement reconciliations, raising invoices, credit control and invoice query resolution. Credit card analysis, payment & receipt postings, reconciliation work and various other ad hoc finance requirements.
• Assist with month end close processes including reconciling intercompany balances with other group companies and ensuring all expected costs have been input into accounting system.
• Preparing various reports to assist effective month end close.
• Work with the operational departments and become familiar with the service systems used within the Fire & Security division ( Simpro)
• Other duties including admin responsibilities as delegated by the Financial Controller.

Requirements

Who We’re Looking For

Alarm Communications consistently aspire to create safe, secure and sustainable spaces, that have a positive influence on the lives of colleagues, clients and the communities we work in, therefore, in addition to having all the usual attributes of a great Alarm Communications’ employee, such as; a positive attitude, excellent communication skills, well presented and professional at all times, ability to work alone and as part of a team…. For this specific opportunity, we are looking for candidates who offer:

• Able to demonstrate experience of working in a responsible wide accounting role in an SME company, ideally engineering or construction or facilities management.
• Experience with accounts procedures, sales and purchase ledger
• Possess practical understanding of Sage 50, Sage 200 or similar accounting software
• Committed conscientious self-motivated individual who is prepared to take responsibility and get involved
• Good standard of numeracy and ability to work accurately with attention to detail.
• Able to multi task across different types of accounting related areas.
• Good IT/system skills and good level of competence in Excel
• A friendly team player with a flexible mature approach, a willingness to learn and good self-motivation
• Strong organizational & time management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines whilst maintaining accuracy and integrity of the ledgers
• A knowledge of DRC VAT and CIS would be an advantage but not essential

Benefits

How we Attract, Reward & Retain Our Employees

At Alarm Communications we recognise the importance of fairly rewarding our employees. We go above and beyond with our remuneration packages that not only meet the needs of a challenging economic climate, but we offer packages, benefits and incentives to support the broader needs of our people making their everyday lives and futures more comfortable.

• Basic Salary – upto £30,000 per annum subject to experience
• Company performance related bonus

• Pension Scheme

• Life Assurance 4x Salary

• 22 Days Paid Holidays plus Bank Holidays

• Additional Day holiday for each full year of completed service (up to 25 days)

• Paid Candidate Referral Scheme – up to £1,000 per referral, unlimited referrals.

• Mental Health & Well-being Scheme

• Employee Recognition Scheme

• Development and progression opportunities

A Little More About Alarm Communications

We are a small, regionally focused business which gifts our clients a bespoke and reactive service with undivided attention & dedication. However, we have the luxury and benefit of being part of a wider group of businesses within the Fire Protection, Security & Building Management Systems industry, allowing us to share best-practice, learning & development academies, Human Resource specialists and knowledge for constant improvement across the critical service industry.

Big enough to provide but small enough to care.

Our Business Include:

• Alarm Communications acl.uk.com
• Clymac clymac.co.uk
• FAFS Fire & Security fafsfireandsecurity.com
• Marlowe Kitchen Fire Suppression marlowefireandsecurity.com
• Morgan Fire Protection morganfire.co.uk
• Victory Fire morganfire.co.uk
• Marlowe Smoke Control marlowe-aov.co.uk
• Marlowe Fire & Security marlowefireandsecurity.com

Equal Opportunities

We strive to create a diverse, inclusive environment to encourage all our employees to be themselves. We celebrate what makes us unique and believe that adopting a culture of inclusion helps us to best serve our customers. We are committed to supporting equal opportunities, please inform us if you require any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate in the recruitment process.

Right to Work

Regrettably, we are unable to offer Right to Work Sponsorship.

If you do not currently have the Right to Work in the UK or will need additional support to extend your current Right to Work status, your application cannot be considered.

• Manage complex and dynamic executive calendars, ensuring efficient scheduling.
• Organise and coordinate high-level internal and external meetings, including board meetings.
• Prepare meeting agendas, distribute materials, and accurately record minutes.
• Arrange domestic and international travel, including flights, accommodation, and itineraries.
• Draft and proofread correspondence, reports, and presentations.
• Conduct research and gather information for executive projects.
• Handle confidential information with the utmost discretion and security.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage executive expense reports and departmental budgets.
• Anticipate executive needs and proactively address potential issues.
• Provide general administrative support, including filing and data management.
• Assist with event planning and execution as required.

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or in a similar senior administrative role.
• Experience supporting senior-level executives, preferably within the financial services industry.
• Exceptional organisational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of discretion, professionalism, and integrity.
• Ability to multitask and thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and independently.