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East Leicester Medical Practice

Business and Finance Manager

The closing date is 31 October 2025

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Job summary

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Business & Finance Manager to join our leadership team. This is a senior role with responsibility for all aspects of finance, contracts, governance, premises and IT, ensuring the practice remains financially sustainable and strategically prepared for the future.

Main duties of the job

Work effectively with the practice management team including the Operations Manager, to ensure smooth running of the practice and patient services.

Lead practice finance: budgeting, forecasting, payroll, cashflow and reporting.

Maximise income from GMS contract, QOF, IIF, DES/LES, PCN and private services.

Oversee procurement, supplier contracts, and ensure best value for money.

Lead on CQC preparation, ensuring all requirements are met and maintained.

Ensure compliance with GDPR, Data Protection, FOI; act as Caldicott Guardian.

Oversee premises, facilities, and IT systems including business continuity planning.

Support the partners with strategic planning and represent the practice externally.

About us

Supportive Environment- A large, dynamic team dedicated to your success

Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements

Professional Development: support development of staff

Reasonable Workload: Manageable workload with a focus on quality care

Research Involvement: Active participation in research projects and a strong reputation in the medical community

Details

Date posted

07 October 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A4495-25-0004

Job locations

131 Uppingham Road

Leicester

LE5 4BP


Job description

Job responsibilities

The Business and Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing all financial and business operations of the GP practice. This includes managing budgets, accounts, and payroll, monitoring income and expenditure, and ensuring compliance with NHS and statutory financial regulations. The role supports strategic planning, business development, and operational efficiency, helping the partners and management team make informed decisions for the sustainability and growth of the practice.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Business and Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing all financial and business operations of the GP practice. This includes managing budgets, accounts, and payroll, monitoring income and expenditure, and ensuring compliance with NHS and statutory financial regulations. The role supports strategic planning, business development, and operational efficiency, helping the partners and management team make informed decisions for the sustainability and growth of the practice.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Proven experience in financial and business management (preferably within NHS or healthcare).
  • Strong analytical, IT and business planning skills.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and negotiation abilities.
  • In-depth knowledge of NHS primary care finance (QOF, IIF, DES/LES).
  • Knowledge of governance frameworks including CQC, GDPR, Data Protection, FOI.

Desirable

  • Recognised finance qualification (AAT, ACCA, CIMA).
  • Experience of premises or contract management.
  • Experience of working with PCNs or ICBs at a strategic level.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Proven experience in financial and business management (preferably within NHS or healthcare).
  • Strong analytical, IT and business planning skills.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and negotiation abilities.
  • In-depth knowledge of NHS primary care finance (QOF, IIF, DES/LES).
  • Knowledge of governance frameworks including CQC, GDPR, Data Protection, FOI.

Desirable

  • Recognised finance qualification (AAT, ACCA, CIMA).
  • Experience of premises or contract management.
  • Experience of working with PCNs or ICBs at a strategic level.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

East Leicester Medical Practice

Address

131 Uppingham Road

Leicester

LE5 4BP


Employer's website

https://www.elmp.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

East Leicester Medical Practice

Address

131 Uppingham Road

Leicester

LE5 4BP


Employer's website

https://www.elmp.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Professor Azhar Farooqi

azhar.farooqi@nhs.net

01164780893

Details

Date posted

07 October 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A4495-25-0004

Job locations

131 Uppingham Road

Leicester

LE5 4BP


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