Senior Receptionist / Bookkeeper

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional services business in Slough is seeking a Senior Receptionist / Bookkeeper to manage front-desk duties alongside accounts payable responsibilities. This role requires a highly organised individual with a proactive approach, strong attention to detail, and proficiency in finance and reception.

Qualifications

• Experience with Reception and Finance.
• Solid knowledge of bookkeeping and accounts payable processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and manage incoming phone calls.
• Process vendor invoices and manage payment runs.
• Maintain accurate records and assist in preparing monthly financial reports.

Skills

Reception

Finance

Bookkeeping

Communication

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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slough, United Kingdom

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Seeking a Senior Receptionist / Bookkeeper for a professional services businesses, seeking someone with strong reception, finance, accounts payable experience. Someone who is proactive, hard working and professional.

Location: Central London (near Marylebone / Bond Street station).

Office based role: x5 days on site, Bond Street 08:30am - 05:30pm / Monday - Friday (no weekend work).

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly organised, adaptable, and detail-oriented individual to join our team in a role that combines front-desk reception duties with accounts payable and bookkeeping responsibilities. This role is ideal for someone who is both people-oriented and numbers-focused, capable of managing multiple administrative and financial tasks efficiently.

Reception Duties

• Greet clients, visitors, and staff in a professional and friendly manner
• Answer and direct incoming phone calls and manage company inbox
• Maintain a clean, organised, and welcoming reception area
• Coordinate meeting room bookings and assist with general office administration

Accounts Payable

• Process and code vendor invoices for approval and payment
• Match purchase orders to invoices and investigate discrepancies
• Manage payment runs and ensure timely processing of payments
• Maintain accurate vendor records and respond to payment-related queries
• Reconcile supplier statements and follow up on outstanding items
• Record day-to-day financial transactions and maintain general ledgers
• Reconcile bank, credit card, and petty cash accounts
• Assist in preparing monthly management accounts and financial reports
• Maintain accurate records for audits and end-of-year reporting

Skills and Personal Attributes:

• Experience with Reception and Finance
• Solid knowledge of bookkeeping and accounts payable processes
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and Outlook)
• Excellent communication, time management, and interpersonal skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
• Professional appearance and a customer-service mindset

Please apply online or message your CV directly to Gemma Case