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Finance Assistant

Job Posted: 14 days ago

Salary: £ 32,000 - 35,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Newbury

Expire in: 14 days

Job Description

This is a varied, hands-on role covering accounts payable, credit control, procurement administration, client billing support, retained funds management, and wider finance administration.

You will work closely with the Finance Director, Finance Manager, Account Managers, suppliers, and clients to ensure the smooth running of financial processes across the business.

What will you be doing?

Process supplier invoices, purchase orders, reconciliations, and weekly payment runs, resolving discrepancies as required.
Manage customer invoicing, credit control, client account reconciliations, and retained funds tracking.
Support procurement activities, including sourcing goods/services and generating quotations, sales orders, and purchase orders.
Assist with month-end reporting, VAT preparation, audit requirements, and budget monitoring against project spend.
Maintain accurate supplier and client records, track contracts and renewals, and provide general finance administration support.

Finance Assistant Requirements

AAT Level 3 or 4 qualified (or equivalent experience) with a solid understanding of accounts payable and credit control processes.
Experience using accounting software such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, or similar, with strong Excel skills.
Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication skills with confidence in liaising professionally with clients, suppliers, and colleagues.
Knowledge of UK VAT principles and experience within an agency, print, events, production, or service-based environment would be advantageous.

Why Join AP&C?

AP&C is a full-service marketing agency helping ambitious businesses engage, connect, and grow through impactful marketing. From digital campaigns and websites to events, print, and design, we deliver creative strategies that get results.

We’re a close-knit, fast-paced team that values creativity, collaboration, and measurable performance. If you enjoy working across varied campaigns, juggling multiple priorities, and seeing your work make a real impact, you’ll feel right at home here.

You’ll be part of a collaborative and ambitious team where your ideas are valued and your work makes a visible difference.

You’ll have the opportunity to work on varied and creative campaigns, develop your skills, and grow your career within a supportive agency environment.

Benefits and perks include:

25 days holiday plus bank holidays and 5 wellbeing days
Private healthcare
Ongoing learning and development opportunities
Free onsite parking 
Regular socials

Location: Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 5EY
Job type: Full-time. Office Based
Salary: Basic £32,000 to £35,000

AP&C is an equal opportunities employer. Strictly no agencies.

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