Finance Assistant

Job summary

gtd healthcare is one of the largest NHS commissioned Primary and Urgent care providers in North West England.

Based in Denton, Manchester, we have a an excellent opportunity for a bright and enthusiastic Finance Assistant to join the Finance Team.

Working as a Finance Assistant, you will prepare and post daily transactions in a timely and accurate manner. You will be numerate, enjoy working in a finance-focused environment, and have strong computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel and computerised accounting ledger systems. The Finance Assistant will be AAT qualified or currently working towards this qualification.

Strong communication skills are essential, along with experience working as part of a team and the confidence to liaise with colleagues at all levels of the organisation. The role also requires flexibility, the ability to meet strict deadlines, and strong personal organisation to prioritise your own workload effectively.

The successful candidate will be self-motivated, hardworking, and able to manage their time effectively within a busy department to ensure deadlines are consistently met. You should be AAT qualified, or currently working towards this qualification.

We are keen to develop and support staff to excel their career aspirations whilst making a positive difference to patients and the community. We put our people at the heart of everything we do. We are a values driven organisation and we are passionate about providing the best possible healthcare.

Main duties of the job

• Monitor communication and information flow into the Finance department through various channels.
• Input sales and purchase invoices and credit notes into the system.
• Ensure that all relevant documentation related to payment of invoices is accurate and up to date before payment is processed.
• Supporting supplier payments, ensuring they are processed within agreed terms.
• Produce regular aged debtor and creditor reports from Sage Intacct.
• Credit control and debt management for all customers (including producing customer statements and reconciliations), supporting the Finance team and working alongside the Finance Team Leader to resolve outstanding aged debtors.
• Submitting backing data for activity driven services.
• Monthly reconciliation of supplier statements to the purchase ledger, working to resolve any queries or differences that may arise within the roles delegated authority.
• Contribute as an effective team member within the Finance Services team, supporting the achievement of finance objectives.
• Provide support to the external and internal audit processes.
• Promote an efficient and positive image of the organisation for all suppliers and customers.
• Comply with strict financial timetables, contributing to an efficient and effective financial accounting service.
• Undertake any other duties as agreed with the Finance Management Team, in order to meet the needs of the organisation.

For further details, please refer to the attached job description

About us

At gtd healthcare, we do things differently. Our not-for-profit ethos and commitment to innovation offers patients the best experience possible and a unique opportunity to transform services.

We are committed to developing and supporting our people to achieve their career aspirations while making a positive impact on patients and the wider community. Our values drive everything we do, with our people at the heart of delivering the best possible healthcare.

Benefits package

As an employee of gtd healthcare, you will be able to take advantage of our benefits package, including:

• working for a values-led organisation;
• Real living wage employer;
• supporter of the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter;
• access to Stream, which provides flexible, on-demand access to stream your pay during the month;
• salary sacrifice car benefit scheme;
• 30 days annual leave, rising to 32 after five years of continuous service;
• flexible pension benefits, including NHS pension scheme;
• flexible working hours and policies;
• family friendly and carer policies;
• opportunities to apply for innovation and quality awards;
• access to gtd healthcare wellbeing initiatives;
• opportunity to become part of an employee owned organisation;
• gtd healthcare social and fun activities;
• cycle to work scheme;
• eyesight vouchers;
• NHS staff discounts, a free Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts;
• access to an employee assistance programme.

Details

• Date posted: 25 August 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £26,520 to £28,642 a year depending on experience
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working
• Reference number: U0061-26-0113
• Job locations: New Century House, Progress Way Off Windmill Lane, Denton, Manchester, M34 2GP, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

• Monitor communication and information flow into the Finance department via post, email, telephone, or other channels and respond appropriately.
• Input sales and purchase invoices and credit notes into the system, ensuring correct financial coding is applied.
• Ensure that all relevant documentation related to payment of invoices is accurate and up to date before payment is processed, such as purchase orders and delivery notes, bank details and company addresses.
• Supporting supplier payments, ensuring they are processed within agreed terms. These payments can be significant in value, so the post holder must be accurate and experienced in handling high-value payments.
• Produce regular aged debtor and creditor reports from Sage Intacct, supporting the Team Leader as required.
• Credit control and debt management for all customers (including producing customer statements and reconciliations), supporting the Finance team and working alongside the Finance Team Leader to resolve outstanding aged debtors.
• Submitting backing data for activity driven services.
• Maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders and respond to first line queries regarding financial issues.
• Monthly reconciliation of supplier statements to the purchase ledger, working to resolve any queries or differences that may arise within the roles delegated authority.
• Supporting with banking reconciliations.
• Day to day management of petty cash.
• Assisting and supporting the Finance Management team in a variety of tasks and procedures -especially at month and year end.
• Contribute as an effective team member within the Finance Services team, supporting the achievement of finance objectives, including the evaluation of processes.
• Provide support to the external and internal audit processes.
• General office administrative duties such as filing bank statements, invoices and other.
• Provide support to other members of the team as required.
• Develop strong, professional relationships with colleagues to help create a positive working environment.
• Promote an efficient and positive image of the organisation for all suppliers and customers.
• Comply with strict financial timetables, contributing to an efficient and effective financial accounting service.
• Undertake any other duties as agreed with the Finance Management Team, in order to meet the needs of the organisation.

Other duties

• Any other duties, as agreed with the line manager to meet the needs of the organisation. This may include travel to other sites within the organisation.