Accountant in Blantyre CBD, Southern Region at CURE International, Inc.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Ensure effective collection and accounting of the hospital’s revenue and facilitate the smooth running of the hospital activities by timely availing of requested cash and ensure proper accountability of the requested funds

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Postings of BA’s, direct transfers for patient related transactions
2. Follow up on payments on debtors
3. Assist in bank reconciliations and mpamba wallet.
4. Matching of payments to invoices in xledger
5. Doing account reconciliation for all debtors
6. Filling all revenue related documents
7. Reviewing, posting and filing the cash liquidations
8. Posting all cash and cheque deposits (Cash in safe)
9. Reporting on debtors accounts and aging analysis
10. Managing Petty Cash
11. Employee cash advance reconcilliations.
12. Managing Patient Transport funds
13. Reconciling Tnm Mpamba Wallets Payments.
14. Invoicing debtors and following up on payments to ensure payments are done.
15. Provide monthly reports on debtors and receivables by the 5th of every month.
16. Assist in external auditing and any other audit applicable.

SECONDARY DUTIES:
As directed by the Finance Manager

OTHER DUTIES
Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, ICAM/ACCA Diploma with relevant experience.
2. Minimum of three (3) years of accounting experience, preferably in the healthcare setting.
3. Minimum of three (3) years of experience supervising others

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

1. Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting and cost control principles including generally accepted accounting principles and accounting and audit standards
2. Knowledge of financial and accounting software applications
3. Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections

COMPETENCIES:

1. Decision Making & Problem Solving - Able to take action in solving problems while exhibiting judgment and a realistic understanding of issues.
2. Integrity - Ability to be tactful, maintain confidences, and foster an ethical work environment.