S26-382 Payables and Receivables Manager (LC7-9)

Lancashire Constabulary; Preston; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Hybrid / Agile working

On-site gym

Job summary

Lancashire Constabulary seeks an experienced Payables and Receivables Manager to lead our AP and AR function at Hutton Headquarters. You will develop the team, strengthen financial controls and drive measurable process improvements to support frontline policing in Lancashire.

This role also supports our AI‑driven transformation of invoice processing, enabling smarter and more efficient ways of working. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in large organisations and a strong grasp

Qualifications

• Fully qualified AAT or equivalent
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
• Strong background in performance management and leading a team in a large high-volume organisation
• Experience managing accounts payable and accounts receivable in a large organisation
• Competent knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Teams
• Experience designing spreadsheets with pivot tables and lookup formulas
• Experience communicating across a wide spectrum of people internally and externally

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the AP/AR team and function.
• Strengthen financial controls and drive improvements.
• Deliver measurable process improvements across invoicing and cash flow.
• Support AI-driven transformation of invoice processing and smarter ways of working.

Skills

AAT qualification

CPD evidence

Leadership experience

AP/AR knowledge

Stakeholder communication

Education

AAT qualification or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Pivot tables / Lookup in Excel

Job description

Lancashire Constabulary is seeking an experienced Payables and Receivables Manager to lead our AP and AR function at Hutton Headquarters.

You will be responsible for leading and developing the existing team, strengthening financial controls and delivering measurable process improvements.

This role will play a key part in our upcoming AI driven transformation of invoice processing giving you the opportunity to shape and implement smarter and more efficient ways of working to support frontline policing in Lancashire.

Key Responsibilities

• To ensure that agreed systems and procedures are adhered to and that all financial transactions are recorded promptly and accurately in the most effective manner, following ethical and honest practises at all times.
• Demonstrate a strong personal commitment to delivering and achieving value for money, whilst providing a high-quality service, by challenging and recommending changes to the way business is conducted.
• To be responsible for informing the cash and banking team of cash flows based on trend analysis, and consultation with budget holders and service To develop forecasts and financial commentaries and to make recommendations on any control action necessary.

Please see the attached job specification for further details.

Skills And Experience

• Fully qualified AAT or equivalent
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
• A strong background in performance management and leading a team in a large, high-volume organisation
• Experience of managing accounts payable and accounts receivable service in a large organisation
• A competent knowledge of Microsoft Software Applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Teams
• Experience of designing spreadsheets with pivot tables and lookup formulas for analysis and reporting
• Experience of communicating across a wide spectrum of people both individuals and in groups internally and externally

Vetting And Medical

Please be aware, as a condition of your appointment you must undergo and pass Recruitment Vetting (RV). Please be aware there is a minimum 3 year UK residency requirement for Recruitment vetting and you must be 18 years old at the point of applying. Successful applicants will also be subject to a medical assessment.

Benefits

• 25 - 31 days annual leave (role dependant) plus 8 bank holidays pro rata
• Local Government Pension Scheme with contributions from 5.5% to 12.5% depending on your salary
• Sick pay provisions
• Generous maternity / paternity and adoption leave entitlements
• Option to become a member of the onsite unions
• Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme
• Access to on-site-gyms – HQ
• Cycle to work scheme
• Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy and Mental Health Peer Supporters
• Hybrid / Agile working (role dependant)

Closing date:

Friday 16th October 2026 at 10am

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