Job Summary
We look forward to welcoming you to our friendly and supportive practice, as we are currently recruiting for a part-time Finance Officer to complement our team and best serve our patients. We offer a nurturing environment that promotes an individual's development, so this role would be suitable for an established Finance Officer with experience working in financial management/primary care, or a new but highly competent and motivated individual looking to progress. We are keen to support our staff's personal interests and their professional development so their careers can evolve.
Key Benefits
* We are immensely proud to be an accredited London Living Wage employer offering a competitive salary recognizing experience and length of service.
* Promotion of a healthy work-life balance.
* Great support in your role from our experienced and competent administrative team.
* Opportunities for promotion and advancement.
* Regular team meetings.
* Attractive holiday package.
Face to Face Interview Date: May 08, 2025
Main Duties of the Job
The Finance Officer is responsible for the continuing effective delivery of financial and administrative support and services to the Leadership Team. The post holder will be responsible for the management of all various incoming and outgoing funding streams and is the main finance point of contact for staff and external organisations.
The post holder will keep accurate books of account reflecting the financial affairs of the Practice, and will support and be responsible to the Practice Manager by:
* Supporting the financial management of the running of the practice.
* Providing financial administrative support and services to all members of the practice team.
* Supporting the effective delivery of all financial matters.
There will, on occasion, be a need to be prepared to deal with the unscripted and the unexpected.
What Support Will You Receive?
There is a full two-week induction to the practice, where training will be provided, including working protocols and procedures. You will work with an experienced leadership and management team.
About Us
Operating with a budget of around £1.9 million, we serve approximately 15,500 socially and culturally diverse patients and work from a large, modern Primary Care Health Centre. We are a multidisciplinary team consisting of doctors, physician associates, GP trainees, pharmacists, nursing and healthcare assistant team, and are looking for an individual to provide and support the financial management of our busy and high-performing Haringey practice.
What Are the Working Hours Like?
As this is a part-time role there is some flexibility across the working week, however, there is a requirement to work a full day on a Monday and a Thursday, with a subsequent aim to provide a flexible working pattern for the benefit of you and the practice.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Essential: Grade A* to C GCSE in English & Maths.
* Desirable: Undergraduate degree or equivalent; Relevant diploma or other qualification in Finance/Financial Management; Current professional member of AAT.
Experience
* Essential: Bookkeeping, ledgering, and invoice control; Accounting; Invoicing; Adept at working alone and as part of a team; Able to work quickly, flexibly, and in line with deadlines and priorities; Experience of and commitment to personal development and CPD.
* Desirable: Experience of managing payroll; Ability to use Xero accounting system; Experience of working in a primary care environment; Development & review of policies and procedures.
Skills
* Essential: Excellent written/oral communication skills; High numeracy and strong IT skills; Competent in the use of Office and Outlook; Effective time management (Planning & Organising); Excellent interpersonal skills; Accuracy & strong attention to detail; Problem-solving & analytical skills; Manages & prioritises workload without supervision.
Personal Qualities
* Essential: Professional and personable presentation and demeanor; Polite and confident; Smart and well-presented; Flexible and cooperative; Discreet and able to maintain confidentiality; High levels of integrity; Highly motivated & innovative self-starter; Ability to work under pressure and deliver to specific deadlines; Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort.
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: Morris House Group Practice
Address: 239 Lordship Lane, London, N17 6AA
Employer's website: https://www.mhgp.co.uk
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