Senior Assistant Accountant

NHS; Enfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Assistant Accountant to enhance their finance team. This part-time position offers a chance to contribute significantly to financial operations, ensuring that high-quality services are delivered to patients. The role involves budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, alongside managing income and purchase processes. Join a supportive and dynamic environment where your contributions will make a real difference in patient care and organizational success. If you have a passion for finance and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in a finance team with strong interpersonal skills.
• Intermediate Excel skills and proficiency in IT usage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing annual budgets and monthly financial reports.
• Manage income and oversee purchase ledger processes.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Education

GSCE Grade C or higher in English and Maths

At least 2 A Levels

Tools

Xero

Excel

Job description

Job summary

Medicus Health Partners is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Assistant Accountant to join our finance team. Working closely with and reporting to the Chief Finance Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the finance department. Based at Lincoln Road Medical Practice in Enfield, this part-time role (30 hours per week) offers the opportunity to contribute to the delivery of high-quality financial services that support the organisation's business objectives and patient care.

You will be involved in a wide range of responsibilities including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, income management, and overseeing purchase and payment processes. The role also includes assisting in the preparation of annual accounts and supporting the development of financial systems and processes.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong experience in finance, great attention to detail, and excellent communication skills to join a supportive team in a valued healthcare setting.

Main duties of the job

This role supports the Chief Finance Officer in the day-to-day operations of the finance department, contributing to the delivery of high-quality financial services across three linked organisations. Key responsibilities include assisting with the preparation of annual budgets, monthly financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis. You will ensure financial transactions are accurately recorded, support the production of annual accounts, and maintain reconciliations for balance sheet items, including capital and fixed asset accounts.

You will also play a role in income management, ensuring timely invoicing and monitoring of payments, and oversee the purchase ledger function, including payment processing and supplier management. Daily tasks include posting bank receipts, preparing bank reconciliations, and monitoring balances. The role also involves supporting improvements in systems and processes and contributing to business case development.

About us

Medicus Health Partners is the largest GP Partnership in Enfield, proudly serving over 93,000 patients across 9 locations. With a team of more than 250 dedicated professionals—one-third clinical and two-thirds non-clinical—we are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Our finance team plays a vital role behind the scenes, ensuring that our operations run smoothly and sustainably. We value collaboration, professionalism, and continuous improvement, creating a workplace where every team member is encouraged to contribute, grow, and make a meaningful impact. Joining Medicus means becoming part of a friendly, inclusive, and dynamic organisation that recognises and supports the work of its people.

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose:

The post holder will support the Chief Finance Officer in the efficient day-to-day running of the finance department. Duties will include ensuring that Medicus Health Partners has sound and effective financial systems which enable it to achieve its business objectives while providing high-quality care to patients.

Key Responsibilities:

The Senior Assistant Accountant will support the Chief Finance Officer in ensuring that the Finance Department provides high-quality financial accounting, budgeting, and reporting services in support of the Partnership's business objectives. Specific responsibilities include:

• Supporting the development of financial management functions as outlined in section 1 below.

1) Financial Systems, Monitoring, Reporting and Forecasting

• Assist with preparing annual budgets for approval by the respective Boards, uploaded to the financial ledger (Xero) following the reporting timetable.
• Ensure all financial transactions are properly recorded, paying attention to coding structures.
• Produce monthly income, expenditure, and balance sheet reports for the Chief Finance Officer, forming the basis for monthly Board reports.
• Undertake financial forecasting, modelling, and variance analysis, including reconciliations for accruals and prepayments.
• Reconcile Partnership capital and fixed asset accounts monthly.
• Assist in producing annual financial accounts, liaising with external accountants as needed.

2) Income

• Ensure receipt of all income from commissioners and timely invoicing for services.
• Manage patient fee income and resolve related issues.
• Prepare monthly debtor reports for review.

3) Purchases and Payments

• Oversee purchase ledger processes, ensuring compliance with procedures.
• Investigate non-invoiced suppliers and manage direct debit/standing order checklists.
• Authorize invoices for payment and process weekly payments ensuring controls are followed.
• Report on outstanding creditors monthly.

4) Cash

• Prepare bank reconciliations and post bank receipts daily.
• Monitor bank balances, compare with forecasts, and report variances.

5) Other

• Implement system and process improvements for efficiencies.
• Support business case development and other delegated duties.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate is highly motivated, detail-oriented, with strong communication skills, and proven experience in a finance department.

Essential:

• GSCE Grade C or higher in English and Maths, or equivalent, plus at least 2 A Levels.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a finance team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and organization skills.
• Experience dealing with customers and suppliers.
• Intermediate Excel skills and proficient IT use.

Desirable:

• Experience with Xero system.
• Actively pursuing a recognized accountancy qualification.