Keech Hospice Care

Finance Assistant - Accounts Payable

The closing date is 19 April 2026

Job summary

We are looking for an experienced Finance Assistant to join our caring team and help keep our hospice running smoothly. You will support our Accounts Payable function by processing supplier invoices, ensuring timely payments and helping us maintain strong, reliable financial processes that allow us to provide the best care every day. Key Responsibilities: Managing the accounts payable system Processing supplier invoices Working closely with other teams to ensure smooth financial operations Identify & implement improvements in procedures and controls Manage the employee expenses process

Main duties of the job

What were looking for: Experience working with Accounts Payable system AAT qualified or equivalent Advanced excel skills Excellent communication & interpersonal skills Good attention to detail & ability to ensure compliance Ability to work independently and as part of a team Why join us: A competitive salary and generous annual leave Ability to carry over your existing NHS pension scheme Healthcare scheme Free car parking and cycle to work scheme Career development and progression opportunities A caring, supportive and inclusive environment

About us

Keech Hospice provides free specialist palliative and end of life care for people of all ages. We support adults in Bedfordshire. Children and their families in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, and Milton Keynes. At home, in hospice, or wherever were needed. As a teaching hospice, our exceptional people, training, and facilities are helping local communities to live and die well.

Date posted

09 April 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£26,133 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

KEE1191849

Job locations

Keech Hospice

Great Bramingham Lane

Streatley

LU3 3NT

Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsible for managing the accounts payable system, processing supplier invoices with accurate coding and authorisation, and supporting users with queries or system issues.

Manage supplier payments and reconciliations, ensuring timely payment runs, resolving invoice and statement queries, and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and internal budget holders.

Collaborate closely with internal teams, leading to the resolution of queries and ensuring smooth financial operations through delivery of robust training on financial systems, purchasing and procurement policies.

Own the aged creditor reconciliation process, being proactive with follow up on outstanding balances, engaging with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely resolution of payment queries.

Manage the employee expenses process, ensuring claims are paid in line with Hospice policy, providing guidance, support and training to colleagues and volunteers on expense procedures.

Line management and supervision of volunteers who support across the finance function.

Utilise advanced Excel functions, to automate reporting processes, streamline data analysis, enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of financial insights.

Identify and implement improvements in financial procedures and controls and ensure the financial data integrity and compliance with internal controls.

Be responsible for the development and maintenance of Finance Policies, ensuring the Finance Handbook is kept accurate and up to date for all areas within the Finance Assistant Accounts Payable remit.

Identify financial trends and reporting needs, providing actions and recommendations to improve financial performance.

Be responsible for the preparation of audit schedules and documentation, engaging directly with external auditors.

Provide cover and assistance across the Finance Team during absences or busy periods.

Undertake any other reasonable duties to support the smooth running of the Finance function.