Finance Officer - Accounts Payable
Posted: Oct 16, 2025
Job Description
York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our busy Financial Services Accounts Payable Team on a full-time basis. We are a dedicated team who are committed to providing a high-quality service.Our successful candidate will be responsible for the processing of invoices for payment on behalf of York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.There will be regular occasions that involve travelling to work with the Accounts Payable (AP) Team based at Scarborough Hospital.Feel free to call us for an informal chat about the role.Previous applicants within 6 months need not applyThe processing of invoices for payment on the computerised accounting system, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures and ensuring VAT is correctly accounted for.The reconciliation of suppliers’ statements & investigating outstanding invoices.To assist in achieving the Better Payment Practise Code (BPPC) targets as set by the DoHTo Provide assistance and advice to suppliers regarding routine and complex queries on invoices received or payments made,To provide financial and non-financial assistance and advice to other staff and senior managers throughout the Trust.Trust Information Packhttps://yorkhospitals.pagetiger.com/hdjgxdOur BenefitsWe offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service) A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager. A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme An extensive range of learning and development opportunities Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Chris Fairburn Job title: Finance Manager – Accounts Payable Email address: chris.fairburn@nhs.net Telephone number: 01904 724767
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