Finance Officer

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will be responsible for liaising with the company accountants to ensure the payroll is prepared in a timely manner.

They will also be responsible for ensuring pension scheme documentation is uploaded and manage starters and leavers to the scheme.

Update internal systems with financial data

Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports

Reconcile our bank statements

Participate in any financial or other audits

Track bank deposits and payments

Assist with budget preparation

Review and implement financial policies

Process invoices, managing records and receipts with a high attention to detail.

Effective and high-quality input at meetings.

Being a key point of contact for our partner organisations on financial and accounting matters and a positive ambassador for NWL Federation/PCN at all times.

Identify and apply for external initiatives and funding that support the financial sustainability of NWL Federation and support high quality patient care.

Support the management team with the production of detailed bids and business cases.

To be responsible for the self-development of skills and competencies through participation in training and development activities and to maintain up to date technical and professional knowledge relevant to the post.

To undertake statutory and mandatory training as deemed appropriate.

To develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues.

To adhere to all Federation policies and procedures.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE grade A to C or equivalent in English and Maths

Experience

Essential

• Relevant training/experience
• Significant experience of assisting and supporting at a high level within an organisation.
• First class organisational skills including the ability to prioritise work, balance conflicting priorities, monitor progress and exercise judgement about chasing progress as necessary.
• Strong IT skills including a high level of proficiency in software programmes such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and SharePoint
• Excellent written communication skills and command of the English language to draft letters, briefing notes etc. and high attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the confidence to deal with people at every level
• Use of electronic filing systems.
• High level of professionalism, discretion & diplomacy in dealing with confidential information, sensitive issues or high-profile contacts
• Experience of using accounting software packages such as Sage, Quikbooks.
• Experience on using online banking services

Desirable

• Ability to carry out research using appropriate methods including the internet
• Dealing with difficult and sensitive, confidential situations and information.
• Ability to make decisions using own initiative.
• A demonstrable level of experience working with healthcare professionals and/or previous experience in the NHS, social care or relevant field.
• Understanding of pensions schemes.

Other

Essential

• Ability to work sensitively to maintain high levels of diplomacy and confidentiality.
• Ability to stay focused and positive in the face of challenging situations.
• Ability to demonstrate a person centred, holistic approach to the health and wellbeing of clients.
• Flexible with regard to changing priorities.
• Willingness to work flexibly when required.
• Access to own transport and ability to travel across NWL on a regular basis to support all practices.

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 Leicestershire GP Federation

Address

Whitwick Health Centre

67 North Street

Whitwick

Leicestershire

LE67 5HX

Employer's website

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