ACCOUNT OFFICER AT COBRANET LIMITED | ACCOUNT OFFICER JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

Cobranet Limited; a reputable organization incorporated in 2003 and provides internet solutions. Our footprint and range of products have grown immensely since incorporation and we are proud to provide every segment of society with a reliable link to the digital universe.

Our entire network topology is rugged, dynamic and fully redundant with negligible downtimes: content showing extremely high availability exceeding 99.5%. Our promise is to continue providing innovative solutions at the best feature-to-price and service-to-price ratio.

Job Description:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and service-driven Customer Accounts & Billing Specialist to manage the lifecycle of our client financial relationships. In this role, you will be the guardian of our Accounts Receivable (AR), ensuring that every invoice is accurate, every payment is reconciled, and every customer query is handled with professional excellence. You will move beyond simple data entry to perform analytical reconciliations and support high-stakes audits. If you are a finance professional with a "customer-first" mindset and a passion for numerical integrity, we want you to join our finance team.

Requirements:

1. Accounts Receivable & Transaction Management

• Ledger Governance: Manage and maintain a diverse portfolio of customer accounts, ensuring all data is current and accurate.

• Billing Cycle Excellence: Execute the end-to-end billing process, from generating precise invoices to processing payments and managing collections.

• Complex Reconciliation: Perform deep-dive account reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies, ensuring the sales ledger perfectly matches bank records.

2. Customer Success & Relationship Management

• Financial Diplomacy: Serve as the primary point of contact for customer billing inquiries, resolving disputes with a focus on retention and satisfaction.

• Clear Communication: Proactively communicate with clients regarding statement balances, payment terms, and upcoming deadlines.

• Reporting: Prepare comprehensive account statements and aging reports to keep both the customer and management informed of financial statuses.

3. Compliance & Audit Support

• Internal Controls: Adhere to established financial controls and company policies to ensure the integrity of the accounting system.

• Audit Readiness: Assist in internal and external account audits by providing organized documentation, schedules, and verified records.

• Process Improvement: Continuously identify opportunities to streamline the billing and payment posting workflows through the use of accounting technology.

Qualifications and Skills:

Professional Background

• Education: Minimum of a B.Sc Degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Experience: 3–5 years of cognate experience in an accounting or finance-focused role.

• Software Proficiency: Hands-on experience with professional accounting software (e.g., SAP, Sage, QuickBooks, or Zoho Books).

• Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and report generation.

Core Competencies

• Analytical Precision: An eagle eye for detail and the ability to spot anomalies in large datasets.

• Communication: Refined verbal and written skills for handling delicate financial conversations with clients.

• Integrity: A high level of professional ethics and accountability.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment@cobranet.ng using the Job Position as the subject of the email.

Note: Only qualified candidates will be contacted.