NHS
Job title:
Accountant Assistant
Company
NHS
Job description
Working as part of a team the post holder will contribute to the efficient operation of the Financial Services Department primarily assisting in the resolution of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable queries, processing manual payments and inputting of information onto Oracle to facilitate production of invoices.Each member of the team will be allocated specific areas of responsibility but will be expected to rotate duties on a periodic basis and cover for colleagues as and when appropriate working without direct supervision.Qualifications will be required at interview and during onboarding process.Main duties of the jobResponsible for reconciling unallocated cash ensuring all queries are resolved and balances cleared in accordance with internal deadlines.Responsible for undertaking credit control activities as directed by manager.About usChoose Well – Choose WWLWrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals, NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that ‘happy staff, makes for happy patients’. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement, and living our values ‘the WWL Way’.WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs.On-CallPlease note that senior positions (AFC band 8A or above) may be expected to participate in an on-call rota, if the role is predominantly operational.Date posted23 January 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 3Salary£24,071 to £25,674 a year Per Annum Pro RataContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible workingReference number302-25-6839816SSJob locationsWrightingtonHall Lane Apply BridgeWiganWN6 9EPJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesResponsible for reconciling unallocated cash ensuring all queries are resolved and balances cleared in accordance with internal deadlines.Responsible for undertaking credit control activities as directed by manager.OtherAnalyse financial data to identify errors and identify inconsistencies and solutions.Assist in the completion of the agreement of balances exercise in respect of receivable and payable balances working closely with management accounts to ensure balances accurately reflect outstanding amounts owed to or by the Trust.Assist in the completion of appropriate year end working papers for production of annual accounts.Complete complex and detailed financial calculations.Responsible for the preparation and input of journals in respect of debtor and creditor balances outside sub-ledgers.Responsible for the completion of appropriate documentation to facilitate the creation of new supplier accounts.Receipting and recording of any local banking.Responsible for processing urgent payments ensuring all transactions are documented and notified to the AP/AR Manager for prepay hold to be actioned.Process pharmacy invoices, cheque payments and approving timesheets.Ensure that procedure notes are available for all tasks undertaken by the section.Forwarding invoices and documents to SBS as and when necessary.Assist the AP/AR manager in delivering informal on the job training to work colleagues on a range of accounts payable and receivable tasks.Contribute to changes in procedures in-line with developments in legislation.Responsible for providing informal support and training to Trust managers and budget holders in respect of the Oracle financial system.Provide cover for the AP/AR Manager as and when appropriate.Provide a full range of administrative support to the Private Patient WingManage multiple work programmes using a variety of software packages (Microsoft Office, Orbit, ORMIS, Internet Explorer, IEP, PACS, Oracle, EPR and Compu-careUtilise substantial PAS permissions/functions to monitor and manage the Private Patient clinics and templates, ensuring they are fully utilised according to service and patient needs.Assist in departmental auditsIdentify and implement any service changes or developments.Act as a resource for staff, patients and carers.To provide any other duties as relevant to the grade. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesResponsible for reconciling unallocated cash ensuring all queries are resolved and balances cleared in accordance with internal deadlines.Responsible for undertaking credit control activities as directed by manager.OtherAnalyse financial data to identify errors and identify inconsistencies and solutions.Assist in the completion of the agreement of balances exercise in respect of receivable and payable balances working closely with management accounts to ensure balances accurately reflect outstanding amounts owed to or by the Trust.Assist in the completion of appropriate year end working papers for production of annual accounts.Complete complex and detailed financial calculations.Responsible for the preparation and input of journals in respect of debtor and creditor balances outside sub-ledgers.Responsible for the completion of appropriate documentation to facilitate the creation of new supplier accounts.Receipting and recording of any local banking.Responsible for processing urgent payments ensuring all transactions are documented and notified to the AP/AR Manager for prepay hold to be actioned.Process pharmacy invoices, cheque payments and approving timesheets.Ensure that procedure notes are available for all tasks undertaken by the section.Forwarding invoices and documents to SBS as and when necessary.Assist the AP/AR manager in delivering informal on the job training to work colleagues on a range of accounts payable and receivable tasks.Contribute to changes in procedures in-line with developments in legislation.Responsible for providing informal support and training to Trust managers and budget holders in respect of the Oracle financial system.Provide cover for the AP/AR Manager as and when appropriate.Provide a full range of administrative support to the Private Patient WingManage multiple work programmes using a variety of software packages (Microsoft Office, Orbit, ORMIS, Internet Explorer, IEP, PACS, Oracle, EPR and Compu-careUtilise substantial PAS permissions/functions to monitor and manage the Private Patient clinics and templates, ensuring they are fully utilised according to service and patient needs.Assist in departmental auditsIdentify and implement any service changes or developments.Act as a resource for staff, patients and carers.To provide any other duties as relevant to the grade.Person SpecificationKnowledgeEssential
- Knowledge pertaining to financial control, best practice and financial procedures.
- Very basic double entry bookkeeping;
- Financial ledgers and ‘feeder’ systems;
- Simple reconciliations.
- Knowledge of Finance concepts and principles
Desirable
- Knowledge of Finance concepts and principles beyond transaction processing.
SkillsEssential
- Attention to detail, with a methodical and thorough approach.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- IT literacy.
- Ability to meet targets and deadlines through
Desirable
- Ability to deal sensitively with confidential information.
- Proficient in use of Microsoft Office (specifically Outlook, Excel, Word and Access).
ExperienceEssential
- Experience within a transaction processing environment.
- Experience within a customer-focussed organisation.
Desirable
- Experience of NHS Finance, including Agreement of Balances.
- Experience of working with a Shared Services partner.
- Experienced in using Oracle systems
QualificationsEssential
- 5 GCSEs including Maths and English or equivalent.
Desirable
- AAT Intermediate or equivalent progress with CCAB or CIMA qualification.
- Further academic achievement.
- Evidence of on-going professional training & development.
AdditionalEssential
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Motivated and professional manner
- Ability to work as part of a team and contribute to overall team effectiveness.
- Ability to work under own initiative.
- Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation.
Desirable
- Awareness pf performance targets
Person SpecificationKnowledgeEssential
- Knowledge pertaining to financial control, best practice and financial procedures.
- Very basic double entry bookkeeping;
- Financial ledgers and ‘feeder’ systems;
- Simple reconciliations.
- Knowledge of Finance concepts and principles
Desirable
- Knowledge of Finance concepts and principles beyond transaction processing.
SkillsEssential
- Attention to detail, with a methodical and thorough approach.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- IT literacy.
- Ability to meet targets and deadlines through
Desirable
- Ability to deal sensitively with confidential information.
- Proficient in use of Microsoft Office (specifically Outlook, Excel, Word and Access).
ExperienceEssential
- Experience within a transaction processing environment.
- Experience within a customer-focussed organisation.
Desirable
- Experience of NHS Finance, including Agreement of Balances.
- Experience of working with a Shared Services partner.
- Experienced in using Oracle systems
QualificationsEssential
- 5 GCSEs including Maths and English or equivalent.
Desirable
- AAT Intermediate or equivalent progress with CCAB or CIMA qualification.
- Further academic achievement.
- Evidence of on-going professional training & development.
AdditionalEssential
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Motivated and professional manner
- Ability to work as part of a team and contribute to overall team effectiveness.
- Ability to work under own initiative.
- Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation.
Desirable
- Awareness pf performance targets
Expected salary
£24071 – 25674 per year
Location
Wigan, Greater Manchester
Job date
Mon, 27 Jan 2025 07:03:13 GMT
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