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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Hours: Full-time (40 hours) . We would also consider Part time option of 4 days per week (32 hours)
Reporting to: Chief Financial & Operating Officer (CFOO)
This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys combining hands-on financial management with process improvement and strategic support. Working closely with the Chief Finance & Operations Officer, you will play a key role in delivering robust financial management, maintaining strong financial controls, and supporting effective decision-making across the College.
About the Role
As Finance Manager, you will oversee all aspects of the College's finance function, including:
- Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable
- Overseeing payroll and pension administration
- Producing cash flow forecasts, reconciliations and management information
- Supporting budgeting, financial planning and annual audit processes
- Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
- Developing and improving financial systems, controls and processes
- Line managing the Finance Assistant and providing support across the wider organisation
This is a varied role requiring excellent organisational skills, strong technical knowledge and the ability to communicate financial information clearly to colleagues from a range of backgrounds.
About You
We're looking for someone who has:
- AAT Level 4 qualification (or equivalent experience), with GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/4 or above)
- Significant experience in a finance management role covering accounts, payroll and bookkeeping
- Strong knowledge of financial controls, payroll, pensions and HMRC requirements
- Excellent analytical, organisational and Microsoft Excel skills
- Experience supervising or supporting finance staff
- A proactive approach with a commitment to continuous improvement and excellent customer service
It would be an advantage if you have experience within a charity, higher education or not-for-profit environment and are studying towards or hold a professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent).
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If you are an experienced finance professional looking for a rewarding role where your expertise will make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.For further information on the College, our beautiful rural location and where to send your CV to apply, please visit our website.
Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, and interviews scheduled throughout the summer. We anticipate the successful candidate to be in post by end of September 2026.
Registered Charity 
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Full time, 35 hours per week
Fixed term contract (13 - 14 months)
Grade - FL
Salary -£36,742.50 per annum
Location London (Euston)
Close date: 19 July 2026
Interview date: W/c 20 July 2026
This role will be reporting to the Financial Accountant and will be overseeing the end-to-end Accounts Receivable process including billing, credit control and cash allocation. The post holder contributes directly to strong financial controls and will be assisting with month-end and year-end close activities including journals and reconciliations. This role will be preparing key balance sheet reconciliations timely and accurately, assists with Accounts Payable when needed and will be an important liaison between the Finance department and key stakeholders within and outside the organisation.
- Oversee the end-to-end Accounts Receivable process including billing, credit control and cash allocation.
- Ensure invoices are issued accurately and on time in line with organisation guidelines.
- Monitor outstanding balances, follow up on overdue accounts, including liaison with budget managers and debtors.
- Record cash book payments and receipts.
- Monitor the AR inbox.
- Produce AR ageing reports and highlight risks and overdue balances.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements to strengthen efficiency and controls.
- Assisting with month-end and year-end procedures, including journals and reconciliations.
- Posting general journal entries.
- Resolve reconciling items promptly and escalate issues where necessary.
- Assisting with year-end audit file preparation and audit requests.
- Ad-hoc duties as requested by Financial Accountant.
- Assist the Accounts Payable function during busy periods, holidays, or absence cover, including invoice processing, payment run preparation, AP mailbox monitor etc.
Qualifications
- AAT or equivalent, or actively studying towards recognised accounting qualification.
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Experience
- Proven experience in Accounts Receivable.
- Experience with month-end and year-end close processes.
- Experience in supporting Accounts Payable activities.
- Working to tight deadlines.
- Experience working with ERP/ finance systems; use of Great Plains beneficial.
- Developing and maintaining spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel.
- Use of Microsoft Office programs.
- Experience of providing high quality customer support.
A more detailed description of the role is included in the Job Description within the Candidate Pack.
To apply, please click 'Quick Apply' and complete the application form.
The Royal College of General Practitioners is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.