Accounts Assistant

Hca Cancer Network; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job description

Job Title: Accounts Assistant
Location: Harley Street, London
Full time: 40 hours per week
Shift times: Monday – Friday (09:00 – 18:00)
Permanent

Role:

We’re looking for an Accounts Assistant to join our Accounts Team based in Harley St. The London General Practice, part of the HCA Primary Care Group, is a prestigious private GP practice located in the Harley Street area of London. We are committed to providing the highest quality healthcare services to private families, insurers, production companies, and multinational corporations.

Above all else, we’re committed to the care and improvement of human life. It’s this guiding vision that influences everything we do at HCA UK. From the CEO to the colleagues on the floor we all have a part to play in delivering exceptional care to our patients.

What you’ll do:

• Prepare and distribute accurate invoices to patients in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate records of patient accounts, including payment histories and outstanding balances.
• Follow up on outstanding invoices, process incoming payments, and reconcile bank statements.
• Monitor payment schedules, track overdue invoices, and send payment reminders.
• Investigate and resolve billing disputes, credit memos, and other payment issues.
• Keep up-to-date and accurate records of all financial transactions, ensuring daily reconciliation across all payment methods.
• Credit Control - Ensure all invoices are paid on time and the company’s revenue stream is maintained.
• Generate weekly debtors’ reports highlighting outstanding debts and improvements.
• Adhere to established credit policies and procedures when extending credit to patients.
• Collaborate with sales, billing, and other departments to ensure smooth accounts receivable operations.

What you’ll bring:

• Previous experience as a Finance Assistant or in a similar finance role.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• High level of confidentiality and discretion.
• Proactive and able to work autonomously.

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.

By caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As an Accounts Assistant you’ll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you.
• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals.
• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service.
• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme.
• Group Life Assurance from day one.
• Critical illness cover.
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay.
• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland.
• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you.
• Discounts with over 800 major retailers.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Patients first. Colleagues always. That’s the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues we’re creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated and everyone can achieve their potential.

We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That’s why we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.