Accounts Administrator

Bristol Ambulance

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Job summary

Bristol Ambulance EMS is trusted, reliable and expert in providing a patient-centred independent ambulance services for the NHS and Private Health Care providers as well as well as private, individual patient transport. With a turnover rising year on year and currently around £14mil, we have a fleet of over 100 vehicles and employ circa 500 staff.

Due to continued growth and expansion we are looking for an Accounts Administrator to manage our companys accounts payable and receivable. (supported by two part-time staff)

Main duties of the job

Accounts Administrator responsibilities include reviewing and reconciling accounts, processing payments to external partners and creating and maintaining updated records of invoices and receipts. To be successful in this role, you should have a Finance or Accounting background, be familiar with bookkeeping and Sage 50 accounting software.

Ultimately, you will ensure we process all financial transactions accurately and on time.

About us

Bristol Ambulance EMS, founded in the 1970's. We are operational from Thatcham Berkshire and as far South as Falmouth Cornwall.

BAEMS are trusted, reliable and expert in providing a patient-centred independent ambulance service for both the NHS and Private Health Care providers as well as well as private, individual patient transport.

"Since joining the Bristol Ambulance team, my career journey, confidence and passion for the healthcare sector has soared. From road staff to office, every team member welcomes you with great enthusiasm to the job, creating a positive and supportive environment. Bristol Ambulance encourages their staff to thrive in what they do and are renowned for their close connections with each individual. I am really excited for my future with BA and look forward to being a part of their journey". E.A - Administrator.

Date posted

27 May 2021

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£25,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

U0013-21-5518

Job locations

Bristol Ambulance EMS

Swift House

Bristol

BS2 0UD


Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsibilities

Manage obligations to suppliers, customers and third-party vendors

Process bank deposits

Reconcile financial statements

Prepare, send and store invoices

Contact clients and send reminders to ensure timely payments

Work closely with our senior management team and external Accountants

Identify and address discrepancies

Report on the status of accounts payable and receivable

Update internal accounting databases (using Sage Line 50 software) and spreadsheets

Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsibilities

Manage obligations to suppliers, customers and third-party vendors

Process bank deposits

Reconcile financial statements

Prepare, send and store invoices

Contact clients and send reminders to ensure timely payments

Work closely with our senior management team and external Accountants

Identify and address discrepancies

Report on the status of accounts payable and receivable

Update internal accounting databases (using Sage Line 50 software) and spreadsheets

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

  • Qualifications in Finance, Accounting, Bookkeeping or relevant field is an advantage

Experience

Essential

  • Proven work experience as an Accounts Administrator or similar role.
  • Good knowledge of bookkeeping procedures and debt collection regulations.
  • Hands-on experience with Sage Line 50 accounting software
  • Advanced knowledge of Excel (using financial formulas and creating spreadsheets).
  • Solid data entry skills with an ability to identify numerical errors.
  • Good organisational and time-management abilities.
  • Hardworking, show initiative and be self-motivated.
  • Able to work under pressure at times to meet deadlines
Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

  • Qualifications in Finance, Accounting, Bookkeeping or relevant field is an advantage

Experience

Essential

  • Proven work experience as an Accounts Administrator or similar role.
  • Good knowledge of bookkeeping procedures and debt collection regulations.
  • Hands-on experience with Sage Line 50 accounting software
  • Advanced knowledge of Excel (using financial formulas and creating spreadsheets).
  • Solid data entry skills with an ability to identify numerical errors.
  • Good organisational and time-management abilities.
  • Hardworking, show initiative and be self-motivated.
  • Able to work under pressure at times to meet deadlines

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol Ambulance

Address

Bristol Ambulance EMS

Swift House

Bristol

BS2 0UD


Employer's website

http://bristolambulance.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol Ambulance

Address

Bristol Ambulance EMS

Swift House

Bristol

BS2 0UD


Employer's website

http://bristolambulance.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Manager

Abby Ballard

abby.ballard@bristolambulance.co.uk

Date posted

27 May 2021

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£25,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

U0013-21-5518

Job locations

Bristol Ambulance EMS

Swift House

Bristol

BS2 0UD


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