North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Cashier - Huntingdon

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Job summary

Are you a motivated individual who enjoys working as part of a team in a busy Cash Office environment?

The activities which are currently carried out within the Cash Office include the collection and banking of various income (e.g. Pharmacy Invoices, miscellaneous activities and sundry debtors etc.). Cash Office staff are also responsible for dealing with the reimbursement of all petty cash claims for the Trust, including patients travel expenses. All of these duties requires considerable contact with staff at all levels and the public.

We currently have a full time Cashier role, hours of work are 37.5 hours per week starting at 8.00am - 4.30pm, 5 days per week Monday to Friday.

Main duties of the job

This role covers all aspects of Cash Office including, the overall security within the Cash Office, supervision of Cash Office Clerks, daily and weekly reconciliation of income, Processing of patient's cash and valuable, petty cash reimbursement

You will work with and across all of our team to help improve processes and ensure best practice.

The post holders may be required to work at both Peterborough and Hinchingbrooke sites.

The ideal candidate will have the ability and flexibility to work as part of a team, have a good standard of education with a high level of numerate ability and accuracy.

Computer experience, excellent communication skills, good telephone manner and previous cash handling is essential.

Informal enquiries are welcomed by or Jacyntha Ferguson, Financial Services Team Leader on 01733 677965 or Paula Charlton, Financial Services Team Leader on 01733 677968

About us

We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.

As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:

Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
Flexible working opportunities;
Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.

Date posted

26 June 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£22,816 to £24,336 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

176-C-6409322

Job locations

Hinchingbrooke Hospital

Hinchingbrooke Park Road

Huntingdon

PE29 6NT

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see detailed Job Description and Person Specification attached for more information regarding this role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see detailed Job Description and Person Specification attached for more information regarding this role.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent modern qualifications, to include Mathematics and English. Including level 3 NVQ or intermediate level AAT or equivalent experience

Desirable

NVQ level 3, intermediate level AAT, BTEC or HND (Business/Accountancy or finance model) and relevant experience

Experience

Essential

Previous cash handling is essential
Experience in dealing with Customer and Supplier queries.
Experience in receipting and cash reconciliation

Desirable

Previous experience within an accounts environment, especially sales ledger, purchase ledger and cash management systems.
NHS finance background
Demonstrate a sound knowledge of accounting principles, including and understanding of how an I&E account and balance sheet inter-relate understanding the importance of control/suspense accounts and their timely reconciliation.

Skills/Ability & Knowledge

Essential

Advanced computer literacy, to include Excel spreadsheets, Word, email and Microsoft Office.
Working knowledge of an integrated computerised finance system.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, especially with numerate ability.
Proven ability to work to strict deadlines and targets, whilst maintaining 100% accuracy in a pressured working environment.
Knowledge of Data Protection Act

Desirable

Knowledge of Oracle finance system.

Other

Essential

To be able to plan, organise and manage own workload.
Possess positive attitude to change.
Self Motivation.
To be able to handle pressure and conflicting deadlines in a calm and positive attitude (multi-tasking).
To work as an integral part of a team
Flexible approach to working hours in line with workload requirements, providing cover for colleagues at times of annual leave, etc.
Adhere to and promote Trust Policies and Procedures
Excellent organisation skills

Desirable

Work with minimum supervision

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent modern qualifications, to include Mathematics and English. Including level 3 NVQ or intermediate level AAT or equivalent experience

Desirable

NVQ level 3, intermediate level AAT, BTEC or HND (Business/Accountancy or finance model) and relevant experience

Experience

Essential

Previous cash handling is essential
Experience in dealing with Customer and Supplier queries.
Experience in receipting and cash reconciliation

Desirable

Previous experience within an accounts environment, especially sales ledger, purchase ledger and cash management systems.
NHS finance background
Demonstrate a sound knowledge of accounting principles, including and understanding of how an I&E account and balance sheet inter-relate understanding the importance of control/suspense accounts and their timely reconciliation.

Skills/Ability & Knowledge

Essential

Advanced computer literacy, to include Excel spreadsheets, Word, email and Microsoft Office.
Working knowledge of an integrated computerised finance system.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, especially with numerate ability.
Proven ability to work to strict deadlines and targets, whilst maintaining 100% accuracy in a pressured working environment.
Knowledge of Data Protection Act

Desirable

Knowledge of Oracle finance system.

Other

Essential

To be able to plan, organise and manage own workload.
Possess positive attitude to change.
Self Motivation.
To be able to handle pressure and conflicting deadlines in a calm and positive attitude (multi-tasking).
To work as an integral part of a team
Flexible approach to working hours in line with workload requirements, providing cover for colleagues at times of annual leave, etc.
Adhere to and promote Trust Policies and Procedures
Excellent organisation skills

Desirable

Work with minimum supervision

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

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hinchingbrooke Hospital

Hinchingbrooke Park Road

Huntingdon

PE29 6NT

Employer's website

https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hinchingbrooke Hospital

Hinchingbrooke Park Road

Huntingdon

PE29 6NT

Employer's website

https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)