Senior Creditors Clerk

Job summary

We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated individual to work in the Finance Department, based at Stafford. You will work as part of a team to process invoices, raising of Debtors invoices, dealing with queries external and internal suppliers for Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust.

Applicants will possess good verbal communication skills, be highly numerate, computer literate and able to work to tight deadlines with accuracy.

This is an excellent opportunity for enthusiastic, proactive and professional individual to join a successful and friendly finance team.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Main duties of the job

Processing invoices, raising of Debtors invoices, dealing with queries external and internal suppliers for Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust. Applicants will possess good verbal communication skills, be highly numerate, computer literate and able to work to tight deadlines with accuracy. To keep the P2P Manager and Creditors Team leader appraised of significant issues relevant to the post. To provide an excellent service to all relevant users and to undertake all associated duties in line with expected professional standards. Responsible for processing of invoices payable within agreed timescales, and responding to queries professionally and courteously. In particular, ensure the Trust achieves its Public Sector Payments Policy target of 95% for invoice payment within 30 days and any future policy target for NHS Creditors. Responsible for providing professional, efficient, cost effective services liaising with clinicians, Managers and Directorate accountants as appropriate to ensure queries are resolved promptly, high processing standards are maintained. Occasionally Processes Payment Runs for Bacs, Cheques and IAT, ensuring that payments are made in accordance with local policy and procedures (including audit procedures), Terms & Conditions of the Government Legislations and correct authorised signatories have been obtained.

About us

By joining Team MPFT, you will be helping your communities and in return for this, we will support you by;

Supporting your career development and progression Excellent NHS Pension scheme Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave Options for flexible working Up to 27 days annual leave (increasing with service up to 33 days) and the opportunity to purchase additional leave Extensive Health and Wellbeing support and resources If you work in our community teams, we pay for your time travelling between patients Lease car if you complete more than 500 business miles per annum, fully insured and maintained (including tyres), mileage paid at lease car rate Salary sacrifice car - fully insured and maintained (including tyres), your gross pay is reduced by the cost of the vehicle before tax, NI and pension deductions are calculated, mileage paid at business rates Salary sacrifice bikes up to £2k Free car parking at all trust sites Free flu vaccinations every year Citizens Advice support linked with a Hardship Fund for one off additional support up to £250 (if the criteria is met)

And more. We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation and there is a choice of staff networks that help you meet like-minded people.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Before applying for this exciting opportunity we encourage you to view the full job description and person specification.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

Professional Accountancy qualification (AAT) or degree in relevant subject or equivalent experience and expertise in accounting procedures.

Desirable

Supervisory management qualification.

Experience

Essential

Experience of providing complex financial advice to a range of stakeholders. Experience of liaising with managers and external organisations. Experience of supervising the work of others. Experience and expertise in finance computer systems and ledgers

Desirable

Previous experience in customer focused service and general office environment. NHS / Public sector experience. Use of NHS financial ledger systems and Boxi packages.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

Essential

Knowledge and understanding of financial accounts, and financial accounts related legislation. Advanced keyboard/Computer skills including the use if Microsoft software packages. Good interpersonal skills / Ability to communicate clearly orally, in writing and electronically. Excellent customer service skills. Effective team member skills Ability to prioritise own work in an organised and accurate manner within deadlines. Analyse and interpret complex financial information. Ability to work on own initiative without direct supervision Ability to learn quickly. Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality issues regarding patients, staff and sensitive Trust matters. Understanding of professional accounting standards and legislation, including VAT. Excellent interpersonal skills /ability to communicate clearly to finance and non-finance staff in an appropriate manner

Desirable

Understanding of NHS financial regime. Knowledge of Fiscal Knowledge of DbCapture Knowledge of Boxi and report writing. Knowledge of Efinancials Caxton - Credit card system

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Essential

Motivated Reliable. Flexible Display a positive, professional, enthusiastic and helpful approach to meeting the requirements of the post, and dealing with requests and queries from internal and external sources. Health and Safety: Demonstrate an understanding of Health and Safety issues with regards to self and team members Training and Development: Demonstrate a willingness to undertake further training, identification of own development and training needs.

Desirable

Effective Team Player

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