ACCOUNT OFFICER AT CAREPOINT HOSPITALS LIMITED | ACCOUNTING JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

CarePoint Hospitals Limited is a fast-growing multi-specialty healthcare provider committed to delivering patient-centered, technology-driven, and affordable medical services across Nigeria.

As part of the CarePoint Group, we combine innovation, compassion, and clinical excellence to improve access to quality healthcare. Our network of hospitals and clinics offers a full range of medical, surgical, diagnostic, and preventive services, supported by a team of experienced professionals dedicated to transforming the healthcare experience. 

Job Description:

We are seeking a high-precision Account Officer to serve as a vital pillar of our financial operations. In a healthcare environment, financial integrity directly supports patient care; this role is designed for a "Detail-Oriented Controller"—someone who understands that accurate billing, timely reconciliations, and disciplined documentation are the backbone of a successful facility.

Your mission is to ensure the absolute accuracy of our financial records. You will be responsible for the end-to-end transaction lifecycle, from issuing complex medical invoices to reconciling bank statements and managing receivables. If you possess strong numerical skills, a high level of integrity, and the ability to thrive in a structured, people-centric environment, we want you to join our finance team.

Requirements:

1. Revenue Cycle & Accounts Receivable

• Invoicing Excellence: Prepare and issue accurate invoices for medical services, ensuring alignment with service records and pricing policies.

• Receivables Management: Proactively track accounts receivable and manage follow-ups on outstanding payments to ensure healthy cash flow.

• Transaction Integrity: Record, verify, and process all payments, receipts, and journal entries with "Zero-Error" precision.

2. Reconciliation & Compliance

• Forensic Reconciliation: Perform regular reconciliations of bank statements, accounts receivable, and accounts payable to identify and resolve discrepancies immediately.

• Audit Readiness: Maintain a rigorous filing system for all financial documentation, ensuring the facility is always prepared for internal and external audits.

• Regulatory Governance: Ensure all financial activities comply with hospital policies, IFRS standards, and local regulatory requirements.

3. Financial Analysis & Support

• Budgetary Support: Assist the Finance Manager in preparing budgets, conducting financial analysis, and identifying causes for budget variances.

• Inter-departmental Collaboration: Act as a finance business partner to clinical and administrative departments to resolve account discrepancies and streamline billing workflows.

Qualifications and Skills:

Professional Profile

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.

• Certification (Advantage): Progress toward or completion of ICAN, ACCA, or an equivalent professional body.

• Technical Skills: High proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot tables, VLOOKUPs) and experience with accounting software.

Core Competencies

• Analytical Skills: Ability to identify trends in financial data and resolve complex numerical discrepancies.

• Integrity: Absolute commitment to confidentiality and ethical financial reporting.

• Agility: Ability to prioritize high-volume tasks and meet strict monthly closing deadlines.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hr@carepointhospitals.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.