Accounting and Finance Intern

Overview
We are seeking a motivated and detail\-oriented Accounting and Finance Intern to join our team, covering the maternity leave of our Finance Assistant from 15 June to 31 October 2026\. The role is ideal for a motivated individual at the start of their finance career who is keen to gain hands\-on experience in a busy private healthcare setting. This paid internship offers valuable exposure to financial processes within a dynamic organisation, providing practical experience in accounting software and financial services.

During the internship you will be supported to develop competency across the following areas:

Financial Administration \& Bookkeeping

• Assist with daily maintenance and reconciliation of Sales and Purchase Ledgers


• Support daily and monthly bank reconciliations, investigating discrepancies under supervision


• Process petty cash reconciliations and assist with cash and cheque banking


• Maintain accurate financial records in Xero, coding income and expenditure to correct accounts


• Process Stripe and card terminal transactions; assist with payment discrepancies and refunds

• Assist in compiling the Monthly Management Report pack


• Support preparation of quarterly Budget vs Actual reports


• Help with VAT return preparation, including data gathering and reconciliation checks


• Assist with monthly payroll reallocation and payroll journals under supervision


• Support pension contribution submissions and auto\-enrolment record\-keeping

• Shadow and support monthly payroll processing including payslip distribution


• Maintain retainer payment records and assist with allocation accuracy


• Handle payroll queries from staff, escalating as appropriate

• Assist with month\-end consultant fee reconciliations


• Support private patient debt chasing via email and telephone


• Help generate and track room rental and care home invoicing


• Monitor and respond to accounts email inboxes (MRO and PGP)


• Assist with insurance claim processing, including HealthSpan submissions

• Use Xero, Semble, Healthcode, Nephex, and Corex for billing, tracking, and case management


• Assist with maintaining and updating price lists across platforms


• Provide support to reception regarding patient payments and terminal issues

• Open, scan, and process incoming post for the finance department


• Maintain up\-to\-date supplier contracts and vendor information


• Support general finance telephone queries from patients, suppliers, and internal teams


• Attend and contribute to weekly and monthly team meetings

The successful candidate will:

• Receive a full induction and structured on\-the\-job training programme


• Be supported by a dedicated workplace mentor throughout the contract


• Attend any required off\-the\-job training sessions linked to the apprenticeship standard


• Work towards relevant competencies and knowledge modules for the AAT qualification

As an apprentice role, we do not expect candidates to arrive with extensive finance experience. We are looking for enthusiasm, reliability, and a willingness to learn. The following are considered:

Essential

• A genuine interest in finance, accounting, or business administration


• Good numerical ability and attention to detail


• Basic competency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally


• Organised, reliable, and able to manage time effectively


• A positive, can\-do attitude with a willingness to take direction and ask questions


• GCSE grade 4/C or above in Maths and English (or equivalent)

• Prior experience in an office, administrative, or customer\-facing role


• Any exposure to bookkeeping, accounting, or financial software (e.g. Xero, Sage, QuickBooks)


• An understanding of or interest in the healthcare or private practice sector


• Working towards or holding an AAT Level 2 qualification

All staff at The Private GP Group are expected to:

• Act in accordance with the organisation's Policies and Procedures at all times


• Uphold the organisation's Equal Opportunities, Anti\-Harassment, Bullying, and Equality, Diversity \& Inclusion (ED\&I) policies


• Ensure patients and colleagues are treated with dignity, fairness, and respect


• Maintain the confidentiality and security of all patient and organisational data in line with GDPR and the organisation's confidentiality policy


• Take personal responsibility for health, safety, and wellbeing in line with applicable legislation


• Promote a safe, hazard\-free working environment in line with the SHEF framework


• Participate constructively in the induction programme, mandatory training, and any CPD relevant to the apprenticeship


• Use practice systems (Xero, Semble, Healthcode) effectively and professionally


• Undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check prior to commencement

Benefits:

• On\-site parking


• Transport links

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