Bookkeeper/Finance Assistant

Job summary

The Holbrook & Shotley Practice are looking for a bookkeeper/finance administrator to join their team. This position is offered on a part time basis for 15 hours per week.

You will be providing support the Partners and the Practice Manager in the management and coordination of all aspects of practice finances, optimising efficiency and financial performance, ensuring the practice achieves its long-term strategic objectives.

Main duties of the job

• Review all income and expenditure statements, identifying any inaccuracies and rectifying such issues, informing the practice manager/senior partner as required
• Manage accounting system Xero
• Ensure invoices are paid within the given time frame
• Maintain an effective system for the handling of petty cash and cheques
• Responsible for ensuring appropriate ledger coding for payroll
• Ensure the presentation of monthly financial reports is of a high standard
• Present financial forecasts to partners as and when required
• Ensure that effective financial controls are in place and processes are adhered to
• Understand and brief the management team on financial implications of contract and legislation changes affecting the practice
• Maintain an effective working relationship with the PCN & ICB, ensuring the practice receives a proportionate and equitable allocation of resources

About us

The Holbrook and Shotley Practice is a GP Practice across two surgery sites. We pride ourselves on providing a high standard of care to our 8000 patients. Our practice team comprises ofthree GP Partners, two salaried GPs, supported by a highly experienced team of nurses, dispensers, paramedics, and reception team. More information about us:

• Dispensing and training practice
• High QOF achievement
• Loyal and supportive staff
• 10 minutes to Ipswich town centre, one hour to London by rail
• Excellent schools and good local facilities including water sports, sailing, marina, golf etc