Accounts Administrator (Fixed Term 12-Months)

Location: Preston, United Kingdom

Salary: Up to £38,000 per annum

Company

Well-established organisation with a busy and collaborative finance function.

What you will do

• Maintain accurate financial records and process invoices, payments, supplier statements, and payroll data.
• Reconcile supplier statements and ledger accounts, resolve discrepancies, and manage aged creditor issues.
• Monitor spend against budgets and maintain financial trackers.
• Support month-end procedures, forecasting, management reporting, and audit-related activities.
• Work with budget holders to provide financial information and support.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and internal controls while supporting process and systems improvements.

Requirements

• AAT Level 3 qualification or equivalent finance experience.
• Experience in purchase ledger, payroll, and general ledger activities.
• Strong understanding of finance processes and controls.
• Experience using accounting or ERP systems.
• Good Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong attention to detail, organisation, communication, and prioritisation skills.

Nice to have

• Experience supporting audits.
• Understanding of financial governance and compliance requirements.
• Experience in a multi-site business environment.

Culture & Benefits

• 12-month fixed-term contract.
• 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• Application and accessibility support is available.