Job summary
Chelston Hall Surgery in Torquay is looking to appoint a
Finance Officer to join our busy, multi-disiplinary team. This is a key role in supporting the Partners and Management
Team with the financial operation of the practice. We are a large,
forward thinking practice operating over two sites, one at Chelston Hall and
the other at Barton Surgery. We have completed several successful mergers and
now have a diverse patient population with a list size of approximately 18,500 patients.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will support the overall smooth financial operation of the business, including the preparation and processing of monthly payroll in house, bank transactions, submitting and reviewing all claims, general book keeping and raising and paying invoices. They will be able to present financial information, and be responsible for NHS pensions uploads and management.
About us
The salary will be £24,000 - £30,000 pro rata, depending on experience. This salary will be based on an expected working week of 30 hours.
We offer 27 days annual leave per annum on a pro rata basis, plus all statutory bank holidays. There will also be an opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme.
The closing date is Monday 15th July 2024, and interviews will be held w/c 22nd July 2024.
For further information or to arrange an informal
discussion about the post, please contact Holly Ricketts by email at holly.ricketts@nhs.net.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will have previous financial
experience, ideally within a primary care or NHS setting, and be able to support
the overall smooth financial operation of the business including the
preparation and processing of the monthly payroll. The post holder will have
excellent communication skills and liaise regularly with the Practice Manager
and accountants to present accurate and timely financial information. Please refer to the attached Job Description for full details about the requirements of the post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will have previous financial
experience, ideally within a primary care or NHS setting, and be able to support
the overall smooth financial operation of the business including the
preparation and processing of the monthly payroll. The post holder will have
excellent communication skills and liaise regularly with the Practice Manager
and accountants to present accurate and timely financial information. Please refer to the attached Job Description for full details about the requirements of the post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Working at degree level or similar
- Demonstrable commitment to continuous professional development
Experience
Essential
- The effective running of the financial operation of a business
- The preparation and processing of monthly payroll in house, bank transactions, submitting and reviewing all claims, general book keeping and raising and paying invoices.
- Presenting financial information to both the Partners and accountant
- Pensions uploads and management
- Dealing with a range of internal and external stakeholders
Desirable
- Working in Primary Care
- Healthcare knowledge and experience
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Using an accounts package such as Sage, Xero or other processing software
- Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel spreadsheets
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Good time management skills
Qualities and attributes
Essential
- Resilient character who adapts well to change
- Willingness to work flexibly if needed
- Reliable and dependable
- Loyal, committed and honest
- Sense of humour
- Absolute confidentiality
- Full UK driving licence
Desirable
- Non-smoker
- Smart appearance
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Working at degree level or similar
- Demonstrable commitment to continuous professional development
Experience
Essential
- The effective running of the financial operation of a business
- The preparation and processing of monthly payroll in house, bank transactions, submitting and reviewing all claims, general book keeping and raising and paying invoices.
- Presenting financial information to both the Partners and accountant
- Pensions uploads and management
- Dealing with a range of internal and external stakeholders
Desirable
- Working in Primary Care
- Healthcare knowledge and experience
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Using an accounts package such as Sage, Xero or other processing software
- Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel spreadsheets
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Good time management skills
Qualities and attributes
Essential
- Resilient character who adapts well to change
- Willingness to work flexibly if needed
- Reliable and dependable
- Loyal, committed and honest
- Sense of humour
- Absolute confidentiality
- Full UK driving licence
Desirable
- Non-smoker
- Smart appearance
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
