Overview
The Accounts Payable team is a customer focused processing team tasked with ensuring all processing functions are carried out in an accurate, efficient and timely manner. The section is responsible for the processing of all supplier invoices (paper and electronic), volunteer/staff expenses, utility invoices and petty cash claims.
Were a charity but, make no mistake, we have our fingers firmly on the financial pulse. Because every penny of our profit goes back into our vital work, its crucial that were operating an excellent and efficient financial service to achieve our vision.
What its like to work here
Were bigger than you think, were more complicated than we appear and were larger scale than youd imagine. Weve got passionate people in all our teams, and weve got so much more we want to achieve. Were for ever, for everyone and we really mean that.
Your contractual location will be our Finance Service Centre at Epsom Court in Trowbridge. We are currently operating a hybrid working schedule structured around three days in the office and two days working at a flexible location.
What youll be doing
As part of the National Trust Accounts Payable team at the Finance Service Centre working from the office based in Trowbridge, you will be customer focused and responsible for processing all supplier invoices/credits, matching to purchase orders, plus other varied financial transactional processing, including volunteer/staff expenses and petty cash.
Youll work across several systems and ensure that accurate processing and timely payments are made in compliance with National Trust policy, contracts, controls, and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
Qualifications
* Experience in, and understanding of, Accounts Payable (Purchase to Pay - P2P) financial accounting practices and its impact on other areas
* Strong numerical accuracy
* Prioritisation skills, whilst also maintaining attention to detail
* Ability to work accurately with and interpret financial data
* Ability to information gather
* Adaptability in a fast-paced environment
* IT skills including Microsoft Office and experience in the use of Finance ERP packages
Our commitment
The National Trust is committed to promoting and preserving those places of natural beauty and historic interest for which it has the privilege to be responsible for the benefit of the nation, for everyone for ever.
The Trust is proud of what has been achieved over the last 126 years and is determined to maintain those high standards of conservation, stewardship and curatorial care for which it has been recognised throughout the world.
Its achievements have enabled the general public and the Trusts members and visitors to enjoy and appreciate the countryside, coastline, gardens, historic buildings and collections, all of which encapsulate so much of the history of England, Wales and Northern Ireland. There is a duty to tell that history in a complete, balanced and accurate way, and without judgement.
The National Trust continues as a guardian of the past, and for the future, to uphold its duty to maintain and enhance what has been entrusted to its care.
The package
The National Trust has the motto For everyone, for ever at its heart. Were working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. Its important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say were for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.
* Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
* Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
* Rental deposit loan scheme
* Season ticket loan
* EV car lease scheme
* Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
* Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.
* Flexible working whenever possible
* Employee assistance programme
* Free parking at most Trust places
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