Finance Administrator

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us. 

• Birthday Holiday  - your birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. 

Priory Hospital Middleton St George
£15,778 per annum
Part time - 22.5 hours per week

Priory Hospital Middleton St George has an opportunity for a Finance Administrator to join our team. This is a part time role of 22.5 hours per week. The part time salary is £15,778

Set in spacious and relaxing grounds, Priory Hospital Middleton St George, located in Darlington, County Durham, is a specialist inpatient service for adults with mental health issues, complex needs and behaviours that challenge. We are dedicated to supporting people to transfer effortlessly between the most appropriate care, meeting individual needs, enabling recovery and re-engagement within the community, and maximising life opportunities.

You'll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the hospital and to support the wellbeing of our patients. While your role doesn't involve providing direct care, your contribution is vital in helping to maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for everyone. Whether you're assisting with day-to-day operations, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here.

• Processing weekly and monthly payroll
• Maintains payroll processing system and records by gathering, calculating, and inputting data
• Coordinating with the HR team to ensure employee related data is correctly loaded into the Priory Payroll System, and that all necessary amendments have been completed by the payroll cut-off dates
• Liaising with Ward Managers to ensure permanent employees are rostered a minimum of 8-12 weeks in advance including appropriate planning for holiday and training

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

Essential for the role

• Strong organisational and administrative skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Good numerical skills and confidence working with financial information.
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Ability to manage workloads, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

The following experience would be beneficial

• Previous experience in a finance or accounts administration role.
• Experience processing invoices, payments and financial transactions.
• Knowledge of financial systems and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Experience with reconciliations, data entry and financial reporting.
• An AAT qualification or relevant finance-related training.