Finance Officer

NHS; Ellesmere; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A GP practice in North Shropshire is seeking a part-time Finance Officer to manage day-to-day financial operations, ensuring compliance with NHS requirements and robust financial control. The ideal candidate will have experience in finance, strong bookkeeping skills, and proficiency in accounting software, with GCSEs in English and Maths. This role offers flexible hours and ongoing professional development opportunities within a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Benefits

Flexible part-time hours

Supportive working environment

NHS Pension Scheme

Ongoing development and training

Vitality Health subscription option

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a finance or accounts role, preferably in NHS or primary care.
• Strong working knowledge of bookkeeping, payroll, and financial reporting.
• Ability to work independently and within a team, maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day financial transactions, including income and expenditure.
• Maintain accurate financial records and reconciliations.
• Process payroll and liaise with external payroll providers.
• Prepare financial reports for Partners.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Bookkeeping

Payroll knowledge

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Finance Officer to manage the day-to‑day financial operations of the practice. This is a key role supporting the Partners, ensuring robust financial control, accurate reporting, and compliance with NHS and regulatory requirements.

Main Duties of the Job

• Managing day-to-day financial transactions, including income and expenditure
• Maintaining accurate financial records and reconciliations
• Payroll processing and liaison with external payroll providers
• Invoicing, payment runs, and credit control
• Supporting budget preparation, cash flow monitoring, and financial forecasting
• Preparing financial reports for Partners
• Liaising with accountants, banks, commissioners, and external bodies
• Ensuring compliance with NHS financial requirements and internal procedures

About us

We are a well-established, forward‑thinking GP practice with two sites in North Shropshire serving around 21,000 patients. We pride ourselves on providing high‑quality patient care supported by a collaborative, professional, and friendly administrative team.

What We Offer

• Flexible part‑time hours to support work‑life balance
• A supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunity to work within an established and respected GP practice
• NHS Pension Scheme (if applicable)
• Ongoing development and training opportunities
• Option to join Vitality Health with a subsidised monthly subscription
• Access to an employee assistance programme

Job Details

Date posted: 18 December 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: Depending on experience

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part‑time

Reference number: A0901‑25‑0015

Job locations:

Trimpley Street, Ellesmere, Shropshire, SY12 9BQ

Clayton Health Centre, Pauls Moss, Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 1FQ

Person Specification

Personal Qualities (Essential)

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Able to work independently while contributing positively to a team
• Professional, discreet, and able to handle confidential information

Experience (Essential)

• Previous experience in a finance or accounts role (NHS or primary care experience desirable but not essential)
• Strong working knowledge of bookkeeping, payroll and financial reporting
• Confident using accounting software and Microsoft Excel

Desirable

• NHS or primary care experience desirable but not essential

Qualifications (Essential)

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths

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: Churchmere Medical Group

Address: Trimpley Street, Ellesmere, Shropshire, SY12 9BQ

Website: https://www.churchmere.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)