Accounts Payable Assistant - Part Time

Wade Macdonald; England; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable finance firm in Reading is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant on a part-time basis. This hybrid role involves handling supplier invoices, maintaining compliance, and supporting payroll tasks. Candidates should have 1–2 years of experience in transactional finance and a qualification in finance or business. Proficiency in Excel and strong communication skills are essential. The role offers flexible working arrangements and a culture that values teamwork and professional development.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible hybrid working

Dynamic finance team

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of relevant experience in transactional finance.
• Solid grounding in accounts payable and basic payroll principles.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Maintain accurate records including VAT and bank details.
• Manage payment runs and handle employee expense reports.
• Act as the first point of contact for payroll and benefits queries.

Skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Proficiency in Excel

Strong communication skills

Proactive mindset

Education

Qualification in finance or business

Tools

MS Office suite

Job description

Accounts Payable Assistant - Part Time | Location: Reading - Hybrid | Salary: £26,000 – £32,000 FTC

About the Client

This opportunity is with a well-established organisation in the Technology sector. With a collaborative UK presence and global reach, they cultivate a supportive atmosphere where mentorship and professional development are central to their mission.

About the Job

This hybrid role supports the full accounts payable cycle and employee expense processing, while also offering exposure to payroll-related tasks and wider finance operations. You’ll be integral in ensuring compliance, maintaining supplier and employee data, and contributing to process improvements across the finance function. The role offers up to 28 hours a week and can be split over 4 or 5 days.

Duties will include

• Processing supplier invoices and ensuring alignment with company policies
• Reconciling supplier statements and maintaining accurate records including VAT and bank details
• Preparing AP accruals and monthly account reconciliations
• Managing payment runs including uploading files to the bank
• Handling employee expense reports and enforcing reimbursement policies
• Acting as the first point of contact for payroll and benefits queries
• Submitting and reconciling payroll data with the local payroll provider
• Supporting month-end and year-end close activities
• Contributing to internal controls and documentation of procedures

About the Successful Applicant

You will be highly organised and detail-focused, with a solid grounding in accounts payable and basic payroll principles. Ideally, you’ll have 1–2 years of relevant experience in transactional finance and a qualification in finance or business. Proficiency in Excel and the wider MS Office suite is essential, alongside strong communication skills and a proactive mindset.

What You Will Receive in Return

You’ll join a dynamic finance team with access to professional development opportunities, flexible hybrid working, and the chance to grow your skill set across a broad finance remit. The organisation values teamwork, continuous improvement, and offers a culture where your contributions truly matter.