To maintain the current financial roles within the Alliances Finance Department.
The role will report directly to the Director of Finance.
Raising invoices payable and arranging payment of invoices receivable on a monthly basis. The Finance Assistant will need to be able to deal with queries and questions around invoicing.
They will order necessary equipment online for business use and ensuring accurate records are kept.
About usTo 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.
To maintain the current financial roles within the Alliances Finance Department.
The role will report directly to the Director of Finance.
Raising invoices payable and arranging payment of invoices receivable on a monthly basis. The Finance Assistant will need to be able to deal with queries and questions around invoicing.
They will order necessary equipment online for business use and ensuring accurate records are kept.
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.