Accounts Administrator

Accounts Administrator
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to join the Finance team at Lancashire Renewables Ltd. working at our Leyland facility. The position is for a fixed term period of 12 months.

What you’ll be doing
The Accounts Administrator will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of financial operations within our organisation. The post holder will be responsible for maintaining and reconciling purchase and general ledger accounts, administering payroll functions, and providing essential support to the Finance Department. This position requires meticulous attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

What you will bring
To be successful in this position it is essential that you have an AAT Level 3 qualification or the relevant experience in a similar role.
You must be able to demonstrate the following experience, skills and knowledge:

Demonstrable knowledge of the financial cycle and associated finance duties
Experience working with financial systems, such as CODA, Iplicit or similar
Understanding of segregation of duties, governance, and internal controls
Proficiency in using payroll software or systems for end-to-end payroll processing.
Strong knowledge of HRIS systems and their integration with payroll systems.
Excellent organisational and time management skills to handle payroll cycles and deadlines.
Knowledge of the procure-to-pay process
Proficiency in financial processing, including purchase ledger, payroll, and general ledger
Strong IT skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word
Ability to prioritise workloads effectively in line with business demands
Proven understanding of finance principles, supported by relevant practical experience
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
The following skills and knowledge are advantageous, alongside a desire to learn and develop, demonstrated through a willingness to undertake role-specific training opportunities and continuous development

Awareness of industry-specific legislation and relevant compliance standards
Experience supporting or assisting with external audits

What we offer you

Competitive salary.
Company contributory pension scheme matched up to 5%.
27 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays – increasing to 31 days after 5 years.
Death in Service cover – 4x Salary.
Free on-site car parking.
Company sick pay scheme– up to 26 weeks dependent on length of service
Cycle to work scheme.
We provide role-specific training to equip employees with the knowledge and skills required to perform their roles effectively.
Benefits portal including lifestyle savings.
Wellbeing support for mental health.
All required PPE and other relevant equipment supplied.

Who are we?
Lancashire Renewables Ltd was established for the operation and management of the two waste treatment facilities built for the Lancashire Waste Contract.
Our two facilities in Thornton and Leyland are manned 365 days a year.  Both sites can process over 5,000 tonnes of residual (black bin bag) waste per week and divert 95% of this material away from landfill.
Our aim is to achieve a sustainable future for Lancashire by providing services to process biodegradable and non-biodegradable household waste and our people are vital in helping us achieve this.
Our employees work in a variety of operations, maintenance, logistics and support roles across our two sites in Leyland and Thornton, actively encouraging internal growth through development and training programmes.
We are dedicated to providing a positive, supportive work environment with a strong focus on the health, safety, and wellbeing of all our employees.

We are an equal opportunity employer:
Diversity and inclusion are important to us at Lancashire Renewables, and we encourage a culture where everyone can be themselves at work. We value and actively seek out a richly diverse range of talent and our policies ensure that every job application and employee is treated fairly, with equal opportunity to succeed.

Candidates should apply with an up-to-date CV by Monday 29th June 2026.
Please note that the advert may be closed early if we receive sufficient applications.
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All roles are subject to the following:

Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
Satisfactory completion of a Company medical which includes testing for drugs and alcohol. The Company operates a zero-tolerance policy regarding the taking or being under the influence of drugs or alcohol whilst on duty and carry out periodic random tests.

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