Accounts Administrator | 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract




Location: Preston


Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday



An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Accounts Administrator to join a busy finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This varied role will support the smooth running of day-to-day finance operations, covering purchase ledger, payroll administration, reconciliations, reporting and month-end activities.




Key Responsibilities:

• Maintaining accurate financial records and processing financial transactions.


• Processing invoices, payments, supplier statements and payroll data.


• Reconciling supplier statements and ledger accounts.


• Monitoring spend against budgets and maintaining financial trackers.


• Supporting month-end procedures, forecasting and management reporting.


• Working closely with budget holders to provide financial information and support.


• Ensuring compliance with financial policies, procedures and internal controls.


• Resolving supplier queries, invoice discrepancies and aged creditor issues.


• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes and systems.

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.


• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.


• Strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Desirable:

• Experience supporting audits.


• Understanding of financial governance and compliance requirements.


• Experience within a multi-site business environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional looking to join a well-established organisation and play a key role in supporting a busy and collaborative finance function.



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