Finance Officer
Salary: £32,000-38,000
Location: Reading
We are seeking an experienced, dependable and detail-oriented Finance Officer to join our finance team in Reading. This is a hands-on role covering payroll support, accounts payable and management accounts, alongside wider finance duties as required. It would suit someone who enjoys taking ownership of a defined workload, values stability and wants to become a long-term, trusted member of the finance team. We are looking for someone who is comfortable with established processes and recurring responsibilities, but who also has the experience, resourcefulness and practical know-how to adapt when priorities, systems or business requirements change.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable & Finance Inbox
- Manage the finance inbox and respond to supplier queries in a timely manner
- Process supplier invoices and ensure accurate coding and posting
- Reconcile supplier statements
- Prepare regular payment runs
Management Accounts & Month-End
- Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts
- Prepare journals, accruals, and prepayments
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations
- Support month-end processes and reporting deadlines
Payroll
- Support the monthly payroll process, ensuring information is complete, accurate and submitted on time
- Process payroll changes including starters, leavers, salary changes, overtime, commission and other adjustments
- Assist with payroll reconciliations and resolve payroll queries
- Maintain accurate payroll records and supporting documentation
- Liaise with employees and relevant internal teams on payroll matters
- Support pension and other payroll-related administration as required
- Provide cover for payroll processing where required
- Maintain confidentiality when handling employee and payroll information
Wider Finance Support
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Provide practical support across the finance team when priorities change, including reconciliations, reporting, payments and other ad hoc finance tasks
Skills & Experience
Essential:
- Previous hands-on experience in a finance role, including accounts payable and exposure to management accounts
- Experience supporting or processing payroll, with a good understanding of payroll controls and confidentiality
- Strong reconciliation skills and high attention to detail
- Ability to manage a recurring workload reliably and meet monthly deadlines
- Good Excel skills and confidence using financial systems
- Practical problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt when processes or priorities change
Desirable:
- Experience using Sage or similar accounting software and payroll systems
- Experience in a multi-entity finance environment
Personal Attributes
- Reliable, organised and methodical
- Comfortable taking ownership of routine and recurring responsibilities
- A steady and dependable team member who is looking for a long-term role
- Flexible and resourceful when unexpected issues or changing priorities arise
- Practical, self-sufficient and willing to help outside core responsibilities when needed
Recruitment Note:
Due to high volumes of applications, we are unable to respond to every candidate individually. If you do not hear from us within 5 days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful. We do read every CV carefully and will contact you if a suitable role arises in the future.
Finance Officer in Reading employer: Calibre Candidates Careers
Join a dynamic and supportive team as a Commercial Account Executive in North Wales, where your expertise will be valued and rewarded. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer comprehensive training, generous holiday allowances, and access to exclusive discounts, all within a collaborative work culture that prioritises client relationships and professional development. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in a thriving insurance environment while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of Northern Wales.
Contact Details:
Calibre Candidates Careers Recruitment Team
