December 2006 - APL delivers best value for NHS framework
David Nicholson’s emphasis on sound financial management and best value in the NHS operating framework for 2007/8 is good news for NHS organisations considering an Accounts Payable Audit.
The framework published last week provides consistency of purpose for the NHS and sets out the key targets to focus on in order to improve patient experience, reduce health inequalities and achieve financial health. Whilst there are no new national priorities for the service to deliver on, achieving financial balance is a key development priority for 2007/8.
As part of your financial regime for 2007/8 and with the emphasis on financial discipline and best value now is a good time to consider an APL Accounts Payable Audit.
APL is the leading UK based Accounts Payable Auditing Company with a growing track record in specific NHS Accounts Payable Auditing. APL has successfully recovered “lost” cash arising from Duplicate Payments, VAT Inaccuracies, Settlement Discount and Statements Audits. APL has also made substantial recoveries as a result of carrying out more in-depth Contract Compliance Audits, comparing procurement records with the finance records and reviewing Property Costs including NNDR Rates Payable/Refunds and Interest Due, Rents, Service Charges and Utilities Costs. We work with both NHS Foundation and non-Foundation Trusts.