Accounts Receivable Officer (APIN Medical Lab & Diagnostics) at APIN Public Health Initiatives (APIN)

APIN Public Health Initiatives Limited/Gte, formerly known as AIDS Prevention Initiative in Nigeria is a non-governmental organization registered with the Nigerian Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). APIN has built a strong partnership with the Nigerian Government, which is memorialized through a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the National Planning Commission. APIN is a leading Nigerian organization in the provision of prevention, care and treatment services to patients with HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis; Malaria; Reproductive Health; Family Planning; Maternal, Newborn and Child Health, and other non-communicable diseases of public health significance.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Accounts Receivable Officer (APIN Medical Lab & Diagnostics)

Reference Code: api-17666
Locations: Abuja

Job Tasks

• Reporting to the General Manager (GM), the Accounts Receivable Officer will lead efforts in billing, invoicing, and debt collection.
• This role will address billing, improve client relationships, optimize payment processes, and ensure timely debt recovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Billing Accuracy: Input agreed-upon pricing into the Lab Management Software and ensure all invoices align with these prices. Regularly monitor and resolve billing discrepancies between the software and QuickBooks.
• Invoice Generation: Issue accurate and timely monthly invoices for postpaid clients. Ensure consistent billing and prevent overbilling issues.
• Reconciliation & Reporting: Reconcile accounts receivable balances and follow up with clients on overdue payments. Provide regular aging reports and financial summaries to the finance team.
• Debt Recovery: Establish and maintain a structured approach to debt recovery, including regular follow-ups, clear documentation of outstanding balances, and timely escalation when necessary.
• Withholding Tax (WHT): Identify WHT deductions and ensure they are accurately accounted for and reconciled in the accounts.
• Client Communication: Develop and maintain a dedicated communication channel for confirming payments, addressing disputes, and resolving billing issues.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong client relationships through transparent, reliable service delivery. Work to prevent disputes and ensure client satisfaction.
• Process Improvement: Collaborate with internal teams to optimize processes, particularly around sample collection and invoicing, to reduce delays and improve payment cycles.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a First Degree or its equivalent in Accounting or Finance.
• A Master’s Degree in accounting, Business Admin, or Finance with a professional certification of ICAN or ACCA will be added advantage.
• Must possess a minimum of 4-5 years post-NYSC working experience with at least three (3) years of experience in a private medical laboratory.
• Knowledge in medical laboratory billing & invoicing systems, commercial negotiations, financial management, internal controls/systems development, accounting, auditing, and reporting.
• Ability to solve problems, exercising good judgment will be an asset.
• Must be of good character with proven impeccable integrity.

Application Closing Date
12th August, 2020.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online