FAQs
What is the job title for this position?
The job title is Accounts Payable Officer.
What is the main function of the Accounts Payable Officer?
The main function is to assist the Accounts Payable Function within the Finance Team of The East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust.
What are the key responsibilities for this role?
Key responsibilities include entering invoices onto the finance system, processing invoices for direct debits and standing orders, handling supplier inquiries, performing monthly reconciliations of supplier statements, and assisting with various financial tasks as needed.
What skills are required for suitable candidates?
Suitable candidates should have sound IT skills, good attention to detail, high levels of accuracy, and the ability to manage their own workload and prioritize tasks effectively.
Where is the Finance department located?
The Finance department is based in the Norwich office.
How many invoices does the Finance department process each year?
The Finance department processes approximately 60,000 invoices each year.
Who can I contact for further details or informal visits regarding this position?
You can contact Teresa Beale, the Financial Services Manager, at teresa.beale@eastamb.nhs.uk or by phone at 01603 422791.
What is the significance of the Public Sector Payment Policy in this role?
The Public Sector Payment Policy requires that invoices be paid on time, and the Accounts Payable Officer is responsible for ensuring that invoices are entered accurately against valid purchase orders or relevant nominal codes to meet this policy.
What additional tasks may be assigned to the Accounts Payable Officer?
The Accounts Payable Officer may be asked to perform ad hoc tasks as deemed necessary by the Accounts Payable & Receivable Supervisor.
What are the Trust's Standing Financial Instructions?
The Trust's Standing Financial Instructions are a set of guidelines that govern the operation of financial services within the Trust, which the Accounts Payable Officer will assist in adhering to.