Job responsibilities
To ensure the
smooth and accurate operation within Wigan GP Alliances finances department. Ensuring accurate raising and submitting of
invoices and managing finances in and out of the Alliances accounts working
with the Alliance Board members responsible for the overall financial
operation of Wigan GP Alliance.
The role requires the post holder to be a
positive and proactive member of a team, servicing all areas of Wigan GP
Alliance, operating under pressure and to tight deadlines.
Working closely with all other Alliance staff
to create and project a high standard of customer orientated service while dealing with
a wide array of people internal and external to the NHS environment.
Keep accurate records for
all daily transactions
Process invoices
Record accounts payable
and accounts receivable
Update internal systems
with financial data
Prepare monthly,
quarterly and annual financial reports
Participate in financial
audits
Track bank deposits and
payments
Assist with budget
preparation
Review and implement
financial policies
Any other financial and
non-financial tasks in order to keep the Alliance operating in a smooth and
professional manner.
Time constraints and changes of requirements
by staff employed to work for the Alliance and Practices through which we
utilise staff can sometimes mean a change in priorities to respond to
requests.
Demonstrate organisational skills with the
ability to prioritise workload, work to deadlines and react positively to
situations at short notice.
Willingness to work in a flexible
manner as part of a team and to adapt working practices to suit the changing
demands of service requirements.
Good understanding of the NHS IT systems. (Training will be provided
where necessary).
Possess good interpersonal and communication
skills and an ability to operate with diplomacy.
Have a good knowledge of Microsoft Outlook/
Office and its applications including experience of
using Excel spreadsheets effectively.
Able to work successfully both autonomously
and as part of a team; maintaining good working relationships and knowing
when to refer to others.
Possess good organisation and logistical
skills and apply a high attention to detail.
A basic knowledge of the NHS
and Wigan GP Alliances services.
(Training will be provided where necessary).
Being able to perform in a flexible and
proactive manner, adapting to changing priorities and circumstances as
appropriate.
Basic understanding of Health & Safety and
compliance. Keeping updated on any, and all, relevant changes within the
Alliances scope of operation.
Service Excellence
To recognise customer and Business need and
consistently deliver to required standards.
Consistent and professional approach to meet
the needs of the customer and the Business.
Rapid Response
An ability to think on your feet, react
accordingly and focus quickly on the requirements of the situation.
Confidence to recognise and deal with arising
problems in a timely manner whilst resolving problems under pressure.
Building Relationships
Recognising key relationships whilst making
conscious efforts to build rapport in order to enable smooth running of Wigan
GP Alliance and its services.
Demonstrating tact and diplomacy in all
professional relationships.
Knowing who or where to go, to get what you
need.
Flexibility & Adaptability to Change
The ability to adapt to new situations.
To be proactive in managing change.
Reflect a belief in company objectives and
decisions.
Planning and Organising
Capacity to multi-task over several on-going
projects and able to define priorities.
Commercial Judgment
The inclination to minimise costs and improve
business efficiency.
Development
Enthusiasm to continue learning and encourage the
same in others.
Technical Skills
To maintain up to date knowledge of technical
developments.
As part of a small
team there is scope for working on other tasks which keeps the role varied
and interesting.
25 days holiday
per year plus Bank Holidays pro rata.
