Job Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Contracts & Income Team as part of the Finance Directorate. Reporting to the Income Team Lead, you will play a vital role in supporting the invoicing and income processes for the Trust. You will be responsible for raising invoices for NHS patient activity and acting as the first point of contact for commissioners, including Integrated Care Boards (ICBs), in relation to invoice queries. This role is central to ensuring the Trust maximises income and maintains accurate, timely financial reporting. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong analytical skills and attention to detail who is keen to develop their career within NHS finance.
Key Responsibilities
* Preparing and issuing invoice requests for NHS patient activity to ICBs, Health Boards, and other commissioners, including additional charges where appropriate.
* Maintaining accurate records of invoices and credits, and completing monthly reconciliations to support income monitoring.
* Using the SLAM system to analyse activity data, investigate variances, and support monthly reporting processes.
* Acting as the first point of contact for commissioner queries, resolving issues promptly and escalating complex matters where required.
* Managing the Contracts & Income query inbox and ensuring all correspondence is handled professionally and efficiently.
* Liaising with commissioners regarding outstanding payments in accordance with the NHS Payment Scheme.
* Supporting the preparation and maintenance of the Trust’s annual price list.
* Assisting with the production of detailed income analysis for business cases, service developments, and projects.
* Supporting wider finance teams, including Costing, Business Support, and Accounts Receivable, with relevant information and documentation.
* Ensuring robust systems are in place to monitor income, maintain records, and support audit requirements.
* Contributing to the continuous improvement of financial processes and reporting.
You will also work collaboratively across the team, supporting colleagues during peak periods and ensuring deadlines aligned to monthly reporting cycles are consistently achieved.
Visa Sponsorship
This position is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already hold the right to work in the UK for the full duration of the contract.
Qualifications – Essential Criteria
* Education to A Level Maths or equivalent.
* Evidence of knowledge of finance issues derived from working in a financial environment.
* Demonstrable knowledge of NHS commissioning issues and NHS Payment Scheme.
* Demonstrable, relevant experience within a financial environment, gaining knowledge in reconciliations, interdepartmental liaison, financial computer systems and ledgers, variance analysis.
Qualifications – Desirable Criteria
* Previous NHS Finance experience.
* Previous management accounts/Income experience.
* Experience within the field of NHS Income.
* Knowledge of relevant accountancy legislation rules.
Skills and Knowledge – Essential Criteria
* Good numeracy skills.
* Strong IT skills, including inputting financial data, and creating/manipulating spreadsheets (Excel).
* Proven accuracy with attention to detail.
* Good communication skills (written and oral).
* Able to work to tight deadlines.
* Knowledge of financial coding structures.
Skills and Knowledge – Desirable Criteria
* Strong logical reasoning.
* Experience within the field of NHS Income.
* Previous management accounts/income experience.
* Knowledge of relevant accountancy legislation rules.
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