Accountant

Job Description

Location: Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Job Type: Contracted
Skill: Experienced

Job Summary

The Accountant is responsible for managing the hospital’s financial records and transactions.

Key responsibilities include:

Recordkeeping and Invoice Processing

• Preparation and recording of customer invoices to insurance companies.
• Accurately record accounts receivable transactions in the accounting system.
• Collection, follow-up, and managing payments and insurance companies (where applicable).
• Maintain all invoices, payment receipts, and related documentation

Budgeting

• Work with hospital management to develop and manage budgets for various departments, initiatives, and projects within the hospital.

Financial Reporting

• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and standards.
• Preparation of financial reports to assist with long-term financial planning and strategic decision-making to support the hospital’s objectives.
• Generate aging reports and analyze the financial information to ensure proper financial reporting and decision-making processes.

Compliance and Controls

• Ensure compliance with the hospital’s policies and procedures related to accounts receivables and revenue activities/transactions.
• Assist in internal and external audits by providing supporting documentation and explanations when necessary. Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard the hospital’s assets and prevent fraud.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements.

QUALIFICATIONS SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• A Degree in Accounting is a must.
• Knowledge of Hospital Billing is an added advantage.
• 3 years experience in a similar role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft packages.