Finance Officer

The Finance Officer will be responsible for supporting all aspects of the finance function within the practice, which is overseen by the Practice Manager. Working hours will depend on the right candidate but will need continuity during the working week to ensure the smooth running of the finances within the practice and its branch sites., The post-holder will need to quickly become familiar with all functions of the Practice.

There will be a strong focus on the commissioning of services and also ensuring that all income from claims submitted are accurately received in a timely fashion. The post holder will be aware of the various statutory requirements and will assist in implementation as directed by the Practice Manager and Partners. There will be a need to work closely with all staff covering all departments in order to maintain all levels of local and national standards and requirements.

The post holder will work within the management team therefore confidentiality is of utmost importance. Training requirements will be monitored by yearly appraisal. Personal development will be encouraged and supported by the Practice. It is the individuals responsibility to remain up to date with recent developments., The Finance Officer will be responsible for supporting all aspects of the finance function within the practice, which is overseen by the Practice Manager.

Working hours will depend on the right candidate but will need continuity during the working week to ensure the smooth running of the finances within the practice and its branch sites. Main Purposes The post-holder will need to quickly become familiar with all functions of the Practice. There will be a strong focus on the commissioning of services and also ensuring that all income from claims submitted are accurately received in a timely fashion.

The post holder will be aware of the various statutory requirements and will assist in implementation as directed by the Practice Manager and Partners. There will be a need to work closely with all staff covering all departments in order to maintain all levels of local and national standards and requirements. The post holder will work within the management team therefore confidentiality is of utmost importance.

Training requirements will be monitored by yearly appraisal. Personal development will be encouraged and supported by the Practice. It is the individuals responsibility to remain up to date with recent developments. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Financial Maintain all aspects of bookkeeping using Quickbooks, with a view to changing systems in time. Prepare all supplier invoices ready for payment authorisation Prepare and monitor all customer invoices, implementing credit control where necessary Responsible for reconciliation of bank accounts, card payments and petty cash Monthly VAT input, calculation and submission Liaise with Accountants regarding Partners Tax and VAT submissions Prepare PAYE payroll and NHS Pensions for submission to external Payroll Services Supplier Update National Workforce Reporting Service (NWRS) on a monthly basis Process Locum GP Cover claims as required Arrange annual dispensary stocktake by external auditer.

Undertake regular supplier analysis to ensure financial efficiency Assist with all monthly, quarterly and annual commissioning claims inc. FP34 to ICB, NHSE, PCSE etc. ensuring accuracy of submissions and receipt of all monies owed Analyse EPACT2 data to maintain claims and income parity Oversee completion of Annual Estimates of GP Earnings, Performers List updates and GP Locum Pension Claim forms.

Prepare accounts for submission to Accountants and provide any further assistance and information necessary Liaise with Accountants regarding all aspects of bookkeeping responsibilities, including end of year preparations. Work closely with Practice Manager to ensure accurate information to financial position of the practice is available at all times. Provide agreed reports to the Practice