Job summary
We are always looking for great talent to join our team and help achieve our ambitious goals and growth. We care about our people, and we care about the future of community health and how CHEC can play an innovative part in making this great, with your help.
If you are care focused and looking to join an organisation that is thriving on success, then CHEC is your employer of choice! We have an exciting opportunity to join us as we continue to expand throughout the UK.
Main duties of the job
We have an exciting opportunity for an Accounts Payable Analyst to join our finance team as we embark onto our next stage of continued growth.
We are looking for a forward-thinking, highly organised individual to join our finance team at our Head Office in Fulwood, Preston.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the purchase ledger, including processing invoices, raising purchase orders, and supporting payment runs. They will maintain accurate reconciliations, respond to supplier and internal queries, and support the finance team to ensure timely and accurate financial operations.
About us
Since 2012, CHEC has been working with the NHS to increase patient choice and provide better access to exceptional, timely, locally-based ophthalmology and gastroenterology care free at the point of care.
CHEC has a nationwide portfolio of community hospitals and clinics operating in a unique hub-and-spoke model. We are proud to have a role alongside colleagues in the NHS, offering patients the choice of access to essential procedures and help achieve the best possible clinical outcomes. We continue to expand our community-based offering of vital healthcare to patients across England, including ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) and Dermatology services.
CHEC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees to share this commitment, this includes being aware of and adhering to all CHEC Safeguarding policies. Recruitment checks are undertaken in accordance with the NHS Employment Check Standards and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for someone who can.
Process supplier invoices accurately using SharePoint, ensuring all supporting documentation, approvals, and correct nominal and departmental coding are in place.
Upload invoice batches into the finance system in a timely manner.
Perform regular reconciliations of supplier statements and investigate outstanding invoices on a weekly and monthly basis.
Raise purchase orders in line with company procedures, ensuring appropriate authorisations are obtained.
Process employee expense claims in accordance with company policy.
Prepare and prioritise payment runs to ensure suppliers are paid accurately and on schedule, supporting smooth business operations.
Issue remittance advice and post bank payments accurately.
Manage the accounts inbox, acting as the first point of contact for supplier and internal finance queries.
Support month-end processes, including preparing reports and assisting with finance deadlines.
Maintain an organised and proactive approach to workload management, ensuring all purchase ledger activities are completed accurately and on time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for someone who can.
Process supplier invoices accurately using SharePoint, ensuring all supporting documentation, approvals, and correct nominal and departmental coding are in place.
Upload invoice batches into the finance system in a timely manner.
Perform regular reconciliations of supplier statements and investigate outstanding invoices on a weekly and monthly basis.
Raise purchase orders in line with company procedures, ensuring appropriate authorisations are obtained.
Process employee expense claims in accordance with company policy.
Prepare and prioritise payment runs to ensure suppliers are paid accurately and on schedule, supporting smooth business operations.
Issue remittance advice and post bank payments accurately.
Manage the accounts inbox, acting as the first point of contact for supplier and internal finance queries.
Support month-end processes, including preparing reports and assisting with finance deadlines.
Maintain an organised and proactive approach to workload management, ensuring all purchase ledger activities are completed accurately and on time.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- What youll bring to the role:
- Knowledge of end to end invoice processing
- Experience in dealing with 2 way and 3 way invoice matching
- Previous experience dealing with supplier statement reconciliation
- Prior experience with credit note handling
- Knowledge of HMRC compliance standards for payments and documentation
- A good understanding of the full purchasing and payment lifecycle
- Experience dealing with month end
- Handling supplier queries and building relationships with vendors
- Prior experience in using accounting software
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- What youll bring to the role:
- Knowledge of end to end invoice processing
- Experience in dealing with 2 way and 3 way invoice matching
- Previous experience dealing with supplier statement reconciliation
- Prior experience with credit note handling
- Knowledge of HMRC compliance standards for payments and documentation
- A good understanding of the full purchasing and payment lifecycle
- Experience dealing with month end
- Handling supplier queries and building relationships with vendors
- Prior experience in using accounting software
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.
