Head of Business Administration & Accounts Receivable in London

We are recruiting for an analytical and detail-orientated individual who will be responsible for overseeing the Private Care accounts receivable function. You will be a commercially focused strategic thinker, organized and resilient under pressure and demonstrate a strong understanding of accounting principles and financial analysis. You will have proven experience managing accounts receivable functions and will be an expert in AR (accounts receivable) processes, including billing, collections, credit management and private healthcare finance. You will have demonstrable experience in improving working capital and developing the skills and abilities of the teams you have led. Please note this role is office based.

Main duties of the job

• Overseeing the accounts receivable process to ensure timely and accurate invoicing and collections.
• Identifying and driving improvements in working capital.
• Implementing KPIs and performance metrics.
• Monitoring and reconciling accounts receivable balances to maintain ledger accuracy and compliance.
• Overseeing month-end and year-end close processes related to accounts receivable.
• Providing insights and recommendations to senior management based on financial data analysis.
• Ensuring adherence to financial regulations and Trust policies.
• Collaborating across finance, commercial, and operational teams.

About Us

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career. Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities. We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.

Details

• Date posted: 04 February 2026
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 8a
• Salary: £64,156 to £71,148 a year pa inclusive
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 290-PHC-085
• Job locations: St. Mary's Hospital, Praed Street, London, W2 1NY

Job responsibilities: The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

Person Specification

Essential

• Education/qualifications: Educated to Degree level or equivalent
• Experience: Minimum 5-7 years of experience in Accounts Receivable at a managerial level; strong understanding of financial accounting principles; experience in a healthcare organisation; proficiency with spreadsheets (pivot tables, VLOOKUP); experience in reconciling accounts; advanced proficiency with Excel, Word and Outlook; high level of experience in query resolution; experience in team planning and performance reviews; experience of implementing change; experience of investigation and analysis into financial issues including detailed and precise report writing; experience in developing and monitoring accounts receivable KPIs

Desirable

• Recognised Finance qualification (e.g. AAT, ICM, ACCA, CIMA)
• Private Healthcare Finance Experience

Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to use a full range of formulas to create spreadsheets and databases capable of recording, manipulating and analysing high volumes of data.
• Excellent analytical skills. Ability to analyse financial data and make informed decisions.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.