PCN Finance Manager

Drake Medical Alliance Primary Care Network; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Plymouth is seeking a part-time Finance Manager to oversee financial operations within their Primary Care Network. The ideal candidate will possess an AAT accounting qualification and experience with financial software like Sage or Xero. This role requires strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage financial reports and liaise with multiple stakeholders. The position is office-based and offers flexible hours, working 20-25 hours a week.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills are essential.
• Experience with financial management in healthcare settings is required.
• Familiarity with budgeting and forecasting processes is a must.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day financial operations of the PCN.
• Prepare financial reports for decision-making.
• Liaise with external accountants and stakeholders.

Skills

Good communication

Experience of Microsoft Office software

Knowledge of Xero and/or Sage

Financial planning and forecasting

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Education

AAT Accounting Qualification (level 4)

Degree in healthcare or business

Tools

Sage

Xero

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Go back Drake Medical Alliance Primary Care Network

PCN Finance Manager

The closing date is 06 November 2025

We are seeking a motivated and organised Finance Manager to join our friendly Primary Care Network (PCN). This is a part-time role (20-25 hours per week/3 days), with flexibility on days for the right candidate. This is not a remote working position; the candidate will be required to work from the office.

The successful applicant will work closely with the PCN Operations Manager and Board members to ensure the smooth financial running of the PCN.

We reserve the right to withdraw and/or close this advert sooner upon receiving a sufficient number of strong applicants.

Main duties of the job

Key responsibilities include:

• Day-to-day bookkeeping and financial management of the PCN.
• Use of Sage/Xero for financial record-keeping.
• Cash Flow Management.
• Preparation of financial reports to support PCN Board members in decision‑making.
• Processing invoices, payments, and reconciliations.
• Payroll and pension administration.
• Liaising with external accountants and stakeholders where required.

About us

Drake Medical Alliance is a well‑established Primary Care Network (PCN) covering Plymouth, Devon. We care for over 61,000 registered patients, making us one of the largest and most dynamic PCNs in the county.

Our network brings together the following GP practices:

Knowle House Surgery

Lisson Grove and Woolwell Medical Centre

North Road West Medical Centre

Roborough Surgery

Working collaboratively across these sites, we deliver high‑quality, patient‑centred care through a strong multidisciplinary team that includes clinical pharmacists, first contact physiotherapists, care coordinators, social prescribers and |Pharmacy Technicians.

We work closely with local health and community partners to develop new and efficient ways of delivering care, improving outcomes for our patients and supporting our workforce.

As a growing organisation, we place great emphasis on strong governance, financial sustainability, and effective operational delivery. The Finance Manager will play a key role in ensuring our resources are managed efficiently to support ongoing service development and innovation across the PCN.

Job responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Day‑to‑day bookkeeping and financial management of the PCN.
• Use of Sage for financial record‑keeping.
• Cash Flow Management.
• Claims.
• Payroll.
• Management of all PCN finances.
• Participate in finance meetings.
• Assist with the preparation of month and year‑end reports and other ad hoc tasks as and when required.
• Providing presentations on the current financial situation.
• Forecasting the finances.
• Stock Ordering.
• Update databases and spreadsheets – Excel, Google Sheets.
• Preparation of financial reports to support PCN Board in decision‑making.
• Processing invoices, payments, and reconciliations.
• Supporting payroll and pension administration.
• Liaising with external accountants and stakeholders where required.

Secondary responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact for finance‑related matters with NHSE, the ICB and the PCN’s accountant.
• Attend and actively participate in management meetings.
• Attend any external meetings pertinent to the role of Finance Manager.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• AAT Accounting Qualification, preferably at level 4 or equivalent demonstrable experience.
• Educated to degree level in healthcare or business.

Skills and Knowledge

• Good communication.
• Experience of Microsoft Office software.
• Knowledge and experience of using Xero and/or Sage financial system.
• Experience of financial planning and forecasting.
• Ability to work without direct supervision and use own initiative.
• Ability to work well in an integrated and multi‑skilled team.
• Ability to work well and remain calm under pressure.
• Ability/willingness to travel to other sites to work during work hours when necessary.
• Ability to self‑motivate, organise and prioritise own workload.
• Flexibility of working hours/ability to attend meetings or training as required.
• An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality and financial compliance and regulations.

Experience

• Experience in accountancy or financial management.
• Proficiency in Sage and/or Xero (or equivalent financial software).
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Experience of primary care/running costs for NHS organisations.

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.

Drake Medical Alliance Primary Care Network