Venture Recruitment Partners are working with a market leading new client in Basingstoke to recruit a Financial Accountant for a 6 month contract. Key Responsibilities of the Financial Accountant include: Ensure financial results are accurate and fully compliant Provide support for annual statutory audit Provide support for all company and indirect tax returns Working in partnership with the wider finance team, support the month end close process Embrace PowerBI dashboards and big data to drive business performance Ensure that effective internal controls are in place Support the UK s Statutory Accounting Officer compliance programme Maintain the tax control frameworks, risk matrices and related narratives Key Requirements of the Financial Accountant include: Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, ACMA) Experience delivering UK statutory accounts and tax compliance activities Practical experience of using Microsoft Excel to an...

A long-established accountancy practice is seeking an Accounts & Audit Manager to join its team. The role would suit a qualified ACCA or ACA with significant experience gained within a UK accountancy firm. The role will include up to around 50% audit work. The ideal candidate will have solid experience of providing accounting, business services, audit and UK taxation services to a varied portfolio of clients, including accounts preparation for limited companies, sole-traders and partnerships. As Accounts & Audit Manager your responsibilities will include: Manage a portfolio of clients, acting as the principal point of contact Oversee the delivery of accounts, tax and business advisory services, ensuring work prepared by team members is reviewed and completed to a high standard Manage audit assignments from planning through to completion, ensuring compliance with auditing standards, firm procedures and regulatory requirements Supervise audit fieldwork...

Bookkeeper Upon application for this role you will receive a text message/email link to engage with our AI agent, please complete this to enhance your application Contract Type: Permanent Working Pattern: Full-Time, Monday to Friday 8:45am to 5pm Salary: 35,000 - 40,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Location: Tilehurst, fully office based Your day-to-day duties will include : Day-to-Day Bookkeeping: Managing financial transactions using Xero software. Bank Reconciliations: Ensuring accuracy in financial records and statements. Processing Receipts and Payments: Handling financial inflows and outflows efficiently. Managing Customer Accounts: Overseeing accounts receivable, including rent, pitch fees, and utility charges. Purchase Ledger Management: Ensuring supplier payments are processed timely. Preparing VAT Returns: Maintaining compliance with taxation requirements. Finance Queries: Addressing questions from residents, customers, and suppliers...

Job Advertisement: Payroll & Benefits Specialist Location: Reading Contract Type: Permanent (Hybrid Working - 3 days in the office, 2 days from home) Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum ONLY APPLY IF you have experience working with Sage 50 Payroll software (essential) Are you an experienced Payroll & Benefits Specialist looking for an exciting opportunity in the vibrant retail sector? Our client is seeking a dedicated professional to join their dynamic team in Reading. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a thriving workplace while ensuring that employees receive their due rewards and benefits seamlessly. Key Responsibilities: Manage the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant legislation. Administer employee benefits programmes, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other perks. Collaborate with HR to ensure that payroll and...

Location: Newbury+ Hybrid Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits Working hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday Duration: 12 Months Fixed Term Contract Hybrid We believe that through collaboration and connection with our colleagues we can achieve great things. Our hybrid working approach allows our people to work both in the office and at home, providing the flexibility and resources you need to succeed in your role. We don't require you to be in on specific days; instead, we ask people to come into the office 2-3 days each week, for at least 8 days per month. You should work with your line manager to understand what their expectations are for you, your specific role and your team. Who We Are We're here to build a network the UK can count on - one that connects people, places and potential. Because no matter where you live, what your background is, or how you get online - we think everyone deserves the same chance to...

Join a growing business at the start of its expansion journey, with excellent progression opportunities as the company scales. Take ownership of the finance function in a collaborative, people-first culture that values flexibility and teamwork. Client Details Ambitious and entrepreneurial business investing heavily in future growth. People-first culture with a strong focus on flexibility, inclusion and employee wellbeing. Opportunity to join at an early stage and make a real impact on the finance function Description Oversee daily finance activities to keep records accurate and information available when needed. Manage financial reporting activities and provide clear updates for the Accounting & Finance department. Review financial data to identify issues and maintain the quality of reported information. Coordinate finance tasks across the department to keep work moving during the interim period. Maintain organised finance...

Payroll Specialist / Payroll Administrator Contract: 6-month temporary contract initially Location: Theale Rate: £17.50-£19.00 per hour + holiday pay Working pattern: Hybrid - 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home Start date: Immediate The Opportunity: We are recruiting an experienced Payroll Specialist / Payroll Administrator to join a growing business on an initial 6-month temporary contract. This is a hands-on role managing end-to-end monthly payroll for internal employees, working closely with senior stakeholders across Finance and HR to ensure payroll is processed accurately and efficiently. The successful candidate will have experience handling complex commission structures, bonuses and variable pay, alongside a strong understanding of UK payroll legislation and compliance. You will also play a key role in supporting a payroll software migration and improving existing processes to ensure payroll information is collected, checked and processed...

Job Title: Payroll Supervisor (Sole Charge) Location: Reading Contract Type: Permanent Employer: Established Firm of Accountants Salary: £10,000 - £47,000 (depending on experience) FT Salary (Client is also open to a 4 day week for a pro-rata'd salary) 26 days holiday + pension + life assurance + flexible hours Discounted parking and close to all public transport routes Fully office based - but flexible to work from home if needed on certain days Overview An established and reputable firm of accountants based in Reading is seeking a highly organised, detail-focused Payroll Supervisor to take full, sole-charge responsibility for delivering end-to-end payroll services. The successful candidate will oversee approximately 70-80 client payrolls, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and exceptional client service. Key Responsibilities Manage the full, end-to-end processing of c.80 monthly, weekly, and fortnightly payrolls for a diverse portfolio...

Are you an Employment Tax specialist looking for a broader role with interesting advisory work, strong client contact and the opportunity to help develop a growing service? Rutherford Briant are recruiting an Employment Tax Manager for a leading accountancy and business advisory firm in Reading. This is a varied position offering exposure to employment tax advisory, transactions and employee reward work across an impressive and diverse client base. You will join a friendly and ambitious tax team where you can take ownership of client relationships, work closely with experienced senior colleagues and contribute to the continued development of the service. What you will do: Advise clients across a broad range of UK employment tax matters, including PAYE, National Insurance, benefits, salary sacrifice, employment status and off-payroll working Support clients with transaction-related employment tax matters, employee incentives and share-based reward arrangements Manage a...

INTERIM PROJECT ACCOUNTANT CIRCA £300 PER DAY HYBRID I'm currently recruiting for an experienced Project Accountant to join a leading organisation on an initial contract through to December 2026 , with potential for extension. Circa £300 per day Hybrid - 2/3 days WFH, with travel to operational sites and London/Midlands offices Initial contract to December 2026 - potential extension We're looking for a qualified accountant with strong experience supporting operational and business projects. The role will involve: Managing and reporting on multiple projects running in parallel Costing savings and tracking financial benefits Supporting process implementation and ongoing monitoring Working closely with MDs, Performance Directors and Depot Managers Challenging and influencing operational stakeholders Preparing and delivering senior-level presentations Supporting month-end and strategy presentations You'll need to be commercial, confident, highly...

Management Accountant Location: Fully office-based Salary: £40,000 per annum About the Role We are looking for an experienced and commercially minded Management Accountant to join an established finance team. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with a strong understanding of management accounts, month-end processes and transactional finance, who is looking to take ownership of key areas of the finance function. Working closely with the wider finance team and internal stakeholders, you will be responsible for producing accurate financial information, supporting month-end reporting and providing meaningful analysis to help the business make informed decisions. Key Responsibilities Take ownership of the month-end close process, ensuring accounts are completed accurately and within agreed deadlines. Prepare monthly management accounts, including profit and loss, balance sheet and supporting schedules. Perform balance sheet reconciliations and...

Finance Manager - Wokingham - Permanent up to 65,000 Depending on Experience This is a great opportunity for a Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA Finance Manager looking for a progressive career within an ambitious, growing business. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the commercial and financial direction of the organisation, working closely with site and operational leadership and gaining genuine exposure at a senior level from day one. In this role you won't just be reporting the numbers, you'll be working closely with the leadership team to help them understand what's going on in the business and make decisions. There's genuine scope to grow in this role as the business grows. Key Responsibilities Lead, develop and manage the finance team, ensuring effective workload allocation, compliance with Group and legal financial policies, and coordinating with the shared service centre Deliver accurate and timely management accounts, forecasts, budgets and operational reporting,...

Venture Recruitment Partners are working with a market leading new client in Reading to recruit a Financial Accountant for a 6 month contract. Key Responsibilities of the Financial Accountant include: Ensure financial results are accurate and fully compliant Provide support for annual statutory audit Provide support for all company and indirect tax returns Working in partnership with the wider finance team, support the month end close process Embrace PowerBI dashboards and big data to drive business performance Ensure that effective internal controls are in place Support the UK s Statutory Accounting Officer compliance programme Maintain the tax control frameworks, risk matrices and related narratives Key Requirements of the Financial Accountant include: Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, ACMA) Experience delivering UK statutory accounts and tax compliance activities Practical experience of using Microsoft Excel to an...

Resourcing Supervisor Professional Services Firm Reading Hybrid (2-3 days in the office) 32,000 - 36,000 + benefits Are you the person everyone relies on to keep things running smoothly? If you enjoy bringing order to a busy schedule, balancing competing priorities and keeping people on track, this could be your next move. Our client is a well-established professional services firm working with ambitious, growing businesses. They're looking for a Resourcing Supervisor to join a friendly central team that makes sure the right people are in the right place at the right time. The role You'll be a key link between colleagues, managers and the wider team. Day to day, you will: Manage and prioritise resourcing requests from a range of stakeholders Use planning software to schedule people to work, training, leave and development Spot clashes and shortfalls early and find practical solutions with managers Produce clear, accurate management information Be a friendly...

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Indirect Tax business continues to grow at a rapid pace. Indirect Taxes raise significant revenues for governments globally and gain increasing focus from tax authorities, the media and the public. For you it's the chance to hone your tax technical, project management and client service skills with interesting and complex assignments to help clients of all sizes succeed. The team comprises a mix of 'home-grown' (including at partner level) and externally recruited talent. This strength and diversity of knowledge and experience...

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your...

Exciting Opportunity for a Payroll & Benefits Specialist! Our client, is seeking a talented Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join their dynamic team in Reading. This permanent, full-time position offers the chance to play a crucial role in managing payroll and employee benefits, ensuring accuracy and compliance while contributing to a high-quality employee experience. Key Responsibilities: Process monthly payroll data for all employees, ensuring timely and accurate submissions. Maintain employee records, handling new starters, leavers, and contractual changes. Verify payroll information including salaries, bonuses, and deductions. Administer a range of employee benefits, including medical insurance and pension schemes. Respond to payroll-related queries with professionalism and efficiency. Assist with year-end payroll activities and support HR compliance initiatives. Person Specification: Essential: Proven experience with Sage 50 payroll...

Assistant Accountant Location: Reading Salary: 30,000 - 35,000 Package: 25 days holiday + AAT/CIMA/ACCA study support + pension, private medical and discretionary bonus Hybrid: 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home Reporting to: Finance Manager The Role We're looking for an Assistant Accountant to join our small, friendly and highly efficient finance team for our UK based client Reading. Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, you'll play an important role across the day-to-day finance functions, with responsibility for monthly billing, accounts receivable, reconciliations and supporting the month-end accounts process . This is a great opportunity for someone who is part-qualified or studying towards ACCA/CIMA/AAT , and who is keen to broaden their experience and take on more responsibility over time - as well as assist with an imminent systems implementation. Key Responsibilities Take ownership of key finance processes, ensuring accuracy,...

Job Title: Payroll Supervisor (Sole Charge) Location: Reading Contract Type: Permanent Employer: Established Firm of Accountants Salary: 10,000 - 47,000 (depending on experience) FT Salary (Client is also open to a 4 day week for a pro-rata'd salary) 26 days holiday + pension + life assurance + flexible hours Discounted parking and close to all public transport routes Fully office based - but flexible to work from home if needed on certain days Overview An established and reputable firm of accountants based in Reading is seeking a highly organised, detail-focused Payroll Supervisor to take full, sole-charge responsibility for delivering end-to-end payroll services. The successful candidate will oversee approximately 70-80 client payrolls, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and exceptional client service. Key Responsibilities Manage the full, end-to-end processing of c.80 monthly, weekly, and fortnightly payrolls for a diverse portfolio of...

Job Title: Finance Business Partner - SC Location: Reading / Hybrid (up to 3 days per week onsite.) Contract Duration : 12 months - Possible extension Daily Rate : £77.19/hr (Umbrella) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC Key Accountabilities: Developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders to become the trusted partner of the accountable leads. Effectively representing business partners in a wide range of stakeholder forums within the operating units. Ensuring that the services for business partners are delivered to the business rhythm in accordance with appropriate processes and systems. Line and task manage capacity and deployment of business partner managers and their teams in support of Lead Business Partners. Ensuring the teams deliverables are: Produced to acceptable time, cost & quality, including but not limited to forecasts, budgets, procurement plans, reports and variance analysis. Produced to the required Business...