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Document terminology

Document terminology

EnglishEnglish
InvoiceInvoice
QuoteQuote
EstimateEstimate
ReceiptReceipt
Statement of AccountStatement of Account
Job SheetJob Sheet
Waste Transfer Note (WTN)Waste Transfer Note (WTN)
Risk Assessment and Method Statement (RAMS)Risk Assessment and Method Statement (RAMS)
VATVAT
VAT NumberVAT Number
Line itemsLine items
SubtotalSubtotal
TotalTotal
Due dateDue date
PaymentPayment
Payment termsPayment terms
Bank transferBank transfer
Sort codeSort code
Account numberAccount number
CustomerCustomer
Business addressBusiness address
PostcodePostcode
CreditsCredits
Top up creditsTop up credits
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What is a WTN?

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WTN means Waste Transfer Note. It records non-hazardous waste transfers in the UK.

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What is RAMS?

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RAMS means Risk Assessment and Method Statement used for site safety planning.

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What is VAT?

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VAT is Value Added Tax in the UK. Registered businesses charge it on eligible invoices.

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What is a receipt?

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A receipt confirms payment was received. It is different from an invoice.

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What is a quote?

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A quote is a price offer for agreed work, usually valid for a limited period.

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What is an estimate?

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An estimate is a non-binding expected cost before final scope is confirmed.

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What is a job sheet?

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A job sheet is a work record for a visit, task, or callout.

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What are payment terms?

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Payment terms say how long a customer has to pay after invoice issue date.

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What is a due date?

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Due date is the final date by which the invoice should be paid.

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What is a sort code?

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Sort code is a 6-digit UK bank branch identifier used for bank transfers.

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What is a Statement of Account?

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A Statement of Account shows all invoices, payments, and balance for a customer over a period.

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What is an invoice number?

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Invoice number is the unique reference used to identify and track an invoice.

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What is a purchase order (PO)?

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A purchase order is a customer-issued reference approving work or goods before invoicing.

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What is an overdue invoice?

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An overdue invoice is unpaid after its due date.

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What is a credit note?

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A credit note reduces or cancels part of a previously issued invoice.

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