Accounts Administrator

Lancashire-Renewables-Ltd; Leyland; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company contributory pension

27 days annual leave

Death in Service cover

Free on-site car parking

Sick pay scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Role-specific training

Benefits portal

Wellbeing support

PPE provided

Job summary

Lancashire Renewables Ltd is seeking an Accounts Administrator to maintain and reconcile purchase and general ledger accounts, administer payroll, and support the Finance Department. The role requires meticulous attention to detail and the ability to work independently or in a team.

The ideal candidate will have an AAT Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience, strong knowledge of the financial cycle, and hands-on experience with CODA or similar systems.

Qualifications

• AAT Level 3 qualification or relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of the financial cycle and controls.
• Experience with CODA or similar financial system.
• Proficient in Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile purchase and general ledger accounts.
• Administer payroll functions.
• Provide support to the Finance Department.
• Ensure accuracy and efficiency of financial operations.

Skills

Financial cycle knowledge

Financial systems (CODA)

Segregation of duties & controls

Procure-to-pay

Purchase ledger, payroll & general led

MS Office (Excel & Word)

Prioritising workloads

Finance principles & practical exp

Interpersonal & communication skills

Education

AAT Level 3

Tools

CODA

Job description

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 or similar
• Understanding of segregation of duties, governance, and internal controls
• 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 desirable, however successful candidates will be supported through role‑specific training and must be willing to undertake any training required for the role:

• Awareness of industry‑specific legislation and relevant compliance standards
• Experience supporting or assisting with external audits
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• A safety conscious approach with the desire to develop & embrace change to promote continuous improvement.

What we offer you

• 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.
• Role‑specific training.
• 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.

• 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.

Up to £38,008.12

Hours

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.

04-09-2026

Job attachments

BF014_-_Accounts_Administrator_PL_GL_Payroll_JD_June_2026.doc