Job summary
We are seeking a motivated and organised Finance Manager to join our friendly Primary Care Network (PCN). This is a part-time role (20-25 hours per week/3 days), with flexibility on days for the right candidate. This is not a remote working position; the candidate will be required to work from the office.
The successful applicant will work closely with the PCN Operations Manager and Board members to ensure the smooth financial running of the PCN.
We reserve the right to withdraw and/or close this advert sooner upon receiving a sufficient number of strong applicants.
Main duties of the job
Key responsibilities include:
- Day-to-day bookkeeping and financial management of the PCN.
- Use of Sage/Xero for financial record-keeping.
- Cash Flow Management.
- Preparation of financial reports to support PCN Board members in decision-making.
- Processing invoices, payments, and reconciliations.
- Payroll and pension administration.
- Liaising with external
accountants and stakeholders where required.
About us
Drake Medical Alliance is a well-established Primary Care Network (PCN) covering Plymouth, Devon. We care for over 61,000 registered patients, making us one of the largest and most dynamic PCNs in the county.
Our network brings together the following GP practices:
Working collaboratively across these sites, we deliver high-quality, patient-centred care through a strong multidisciplinary team that includes clinical pharmacists, first contact physiotherapists, care coordinators, social prescribers and |Pharmacy Technicians.
We work closely with local health and community partners to develop new and efficient ways of delivering care, improving outcomes for our patients and supporting our workforce.
As a growing organisation, we place great emphasis on strong governance, financial sustainability, and effective operational delivery. The Finance Manager will play a key role in ensuring our resources are managed efficiently to support ongoing service development and innovation across the PCN.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key responsibilities include:
Day-to-day
bookkeeping and financial management of the PCN.
Use
of Sage for financial record-keeping.
Cash
Flow Management.
Claims.
Payroll.
Management
of all PCN finances.
Participate
in finance meetings.
Assist
with the preparation of month and year end reports and other ad hoc tasks
as and when required.
Providing
presentations on the current financial situation.
Forecasting
the finances.
Stock
Ordering.
Update
Databases and spreadsheets - Excel, Google Sheets.
Preparation
of financial reports to support PCN Board in decision-making.
Processing
invoices, payments, and reconciliations.
Supporting
payroll and pension administration.
Liaising
with external accountants and stakeholders where required.
Secondary responsibilities
In addition to
the primary responsibilities, the Finance Manager may be requested to:
Act as the primary point of contact for finance-related matters
with NHSE, the ICB and the PCNs accountant
Attend and actively participate in management meetings
Attend any external meetings pertinent to the role of Finance
Manager
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key responsibilities include:
Day-to-day
bookkeeping and financial management of the PCN.
Use
of Sage for financial record-keeping.
Cash
Flow Management.
Claims.
Payroll.
Management
of all PCN finances.
Participate
in finance meetings.
Assist
with the preparation of month and year end reports and other ad hoc tasks
as and when required.
Providing
presentations on the current financial situation.
Forecasting
the finances.
Stock
Ordering.
Update
Databases and spreadsheets - Excel, Google Sheets.
Preparation
of financial reports to support PCN Board in decision-making.
Processing
invoices, payments, and reconciliations.
Supporting
payroll and pension administration.
Liaising
with external accountants and stakeholders where required.
Secondary responsibilities
In addition to
the primary responsibilities, the Finance Manager may be requested to:
Act as the primary point of contact for finance-related matters
with NHSE, the ICB and the PCNs accountant
Attend and actively participate in management meetings
Attend any external meetings pertinent to the role of Finance
Manager
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- AAT Accounting Qualification, preferably at level 4 or equivalent demonstrable experience.
Desirable
- Educated to degree level in healthcare or business
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Good communication
- Experience of Microsoft Office software
- Knowledge and experience of using Xero and/or Sage financial system
- Experience of financial planning and forecasting
Desirable
- Ability to work without direct supervision and use own initiative
- Ability to work well in an integrated and multi-skilled team
- Ability to work well and remain calm under pressure
- Ability/willingness to travel to other sites to work during work hours when necessary
- Ability to self-motivate, organise and prioritise own workload.
- Flexibility of working hours/ability to attend meetings or training as required
- An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality and financial compliance and regulations
Experience
Essential
- Experience in accountancy or financial management.
- Proven bookkeeping experience
- Proficiency in Sage and /or Xero (or equivalent financial software)
- Strong organisational and communication skills
Desirable
- Experience of primary care/running costs for NHS organisations
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- AAT Accounting Qualification, preferably at level 4 or equivalent demonstrable experience.
Desirable
- Educated to degree level in healthcare or business
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Good communication
- Experience of Microsoft Office software
- Knowledge and experience of using Xero and/or Sage financial system
- Experience of financial planning and forecasting
Desirable
- Ability to work without direct supervision and use own initiative
- Ability to work well in an integrated and multi-skilled team
- Ability to work well and remain calm under pressure
- Ability/willingness to travel to other sites to work during work hours when necessary
- Ability to self-motivate, organise and prioritise own workload.
- Flexibility of working hours/ability to attend meetings or training as required
- An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality and financial compliance and regulations
Experience
Essential
- Experience in accountancy or financial management.
- Proven bookkeeping experience
- Proficiency in Sage and /or Xero (or equivalent financial software)
- Strong organisational and communication skills
Desirable
- Experience of primary care/running costs for NHS organisations
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
