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Watling Street Practice & Primary Care Network are looking to employ a part time Financial Controller, working up to 30 hours per week across 4 days. The Financial Controller will report to the Business Manager while providing line management to our Accounts Assistant.
Job Responsibility:
Manage the Practice and PCN day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and internal controls
Responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
Help shape financial strategy and can lead the finance team
Prepare annual budgets in collaboration with the Partners, Business Manager and senior management team
Produce timely monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary
Develop financial forecasts and multi-year financial plans to support strategic decision-making
Provide financial insight to the Partners & Business Manager, highlighting risks, opportunities, and trends
Prepare year-end financial information for external accountants and auditors for Watling Street Practice, a Partnership
Prepare year-end financial information for external accountants and auditors for Watling Street PCN, a Limited Company
Produce regular cash flow forecasts and monitor liquidity to ensure operational stability
Oversee financial controls, ensuring compliance with internal procedures and relevant regulation
Monitor income streams (GMS, enhanced services, PCN income, private work etc) to ensure accuracy and completeness
Ensure timely payment runs and appropriate management of creditors and debtors
Monitor budget performance across all four sites, identifying variances and advising on corrective actions
Support domain leads and managers with budget understanding and cost control
Provide detailed financial modelling for workforce planning, service development, and investment decisions
Supervise and support the accounts assistant, ensuring high-quality bookkeeping and financial administration
Review bookkeeping entries, bank reconciliations, payroll postings, and monthly accruals/prepayments
Ensure financial data is correctly recorded in accounting systems and that processes are followed consistently
Provide training and guidance to the accounts assistant to support development and accuracy
Work closely with the Business Manager and Partners on cost improvement initiatives
Contribute financial analysis to business cases, service expansion, capital expenditure decisions, and premises projects
Liaise with external stakeholders such as accountants, banks, NHS bodies, and payroll providers
Oversee financial compliance with NHS funding rules and reporting requirements
Ensuing compliance with the requirements of the NHS Pension Scheme (support will be provided by external Payroll Providers and Accountant)
Ensuring continued participation in the NHS Pension Scheme for staff employed by the PCN
Provide support to the Business Manager to ensure compliance with companies house requirements for the running of Watling Street PCN Limited
Oversee payroll for WSP and PCN (payroll managed by external providers)
Requirements:
AAT Level 4, part-qualified ACCA/CIMA, or equivalent professional training
Demonstrable experience in a finance manager or senior finance role
Experience producing budgets, management accounts, and cash flow forecasts
Strong understanding of bookkeeping and financial control processes
Ability to interpret financial information clearly for non-financial stakeholders
Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Xero, Sage, QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills
Experience supervising or mentoring finance staff
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
High attention to detail and accuracy
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
Proactive and improvement-oriented mindset
Integrity and confidentiality in handling sensitive financial information
Nice to have:
Experience in primary care, NHS finance, or healthcare sector
Experience working in multi-site organisations
Proficiency with accounting software Xero
What we offer:
An excellent NHS pension scheme
28 days annual leave (pro-ratad), plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with length of service
NHS Discounts with a massive number of retailers (with a Bluelight card)