Finance Assistant

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 25 March 2026
LOCATION
Bedford
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Admin & Clerical
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Xero CQRS General Practice finance Financial reporting Payroll Excel Communication skills

FULL DESCRIPTION

About the Role

Queens Park Group Surgery is seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented Finance Assistant to join our committed and supportive practice team. This is a key administrative role within the surgery, ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our financial processes. We are happy to consider applicants on a full or part-time basis, ideally between 25 to 37.5 hours per week.

Main Duties of the Job

  • Accurately enter and maintain all financial data using Xero
  • Process supplier invoices, payments, purchase orders, and bank reconciliations
  • Produce monthly financial reports for the Partners and management team
  • Assist with payroll preparation and liaise with payroll providers where required
  • Support annual financial audit processes and ensure records remain audit‑ready
  • Manage and submit income claims through CQRS
  • Work closely with the Practice Manager and Deputy Finance Manager on budgeting and expenditure
  • Liaise with internal staff, suppliers, accountants, and other relevant bodies
  • Maintain high levels of confidentiality and adhere to practice financial procedures.

About the Candidate

  • Experience working in a General Practice or NHS primary care finance role
  • Strong proficiency with Xero accounting software
  • Experience using CQRS to manage and submit income claims
  • Excellent accuracy, numerical skills, and attention to detail
  • Confident IT skills, including Excel and report preparation
  • Ability to prioritise workload and work independently
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • Professional, reliable, and discreet

About Us

Queens Park Group Surgery is a well‑established, patient‑focused GP practice based across three sites in Bedfordshire. We serve a diverse patient population and pride ourselves on delivering accessible, compassionate, and high‑quality care. Our team includes GPs, nurses, pharmacists, allied health professionals, and a strong administrative and management team who work collaboratively to support our community.

We aim to create a supportive working environment where staff feel valued, trusted, and encouraged to develop their skills.

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