Account Officer

Responsibilities:

• Record and organise daily financial transactions, including patient payments, supplier invoices and operating expenses.
• Reconcile cash, bank, transfer and point-of-sale transactions against receipts and clinic records.
• Prepare and maintain accurate ledgers, payment records and supporting documentation.
• Monitor patient accounts, outstanding balances and insurance or third-party claims where applicable; follow up professionally on overdue payments.
• Process supplier invoices and prepare payments for approval in line with clinic procedures.
• Support payroll preparation and maintain relevant staff payment records.
• Assist with monthly and annual budgets, cash-flow tracking and expense monitoring.
• Prepare periodic financial reports for management, including income, expenses, receivables and payables.
• Maintain organised records for audits, tax filings and other statutory reporting, working with external accountants or advisers as needed.
• Protect financial and patient information and follow confidentiality and internal-control procedures.
• Identify discrepancies, report them promptly and recommend practical improvements to financial processes.

Requirements:

• HND in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
  
• 3–5 years of relevant accounting or finance experience; experience in a healthcare, dental or service business is an advantage.
• Working knowledge of bookkeeping, reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software; experience with cloud-based accounting tools is an advantage.
• Membership of, or progress toward membership in, a recognised accounting body is an advantage.

Skills and attributes:

• High level of accuracy, integrity and attention to detail.
• Good numerical, analytical and organisational skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage several tasks at once.
• Clear, professional communication and tact when discussing payments.
• Discretion when handling confidential financial and patient information.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with clinic staff.