Hospital Accountant at St. Dominic Catholic Hospital

St. Dominic Catholic Hospital is a 64 bed hospital located in Orangeade off New Ife road Ibadan. St Dominic Catholic Hospital is the vision of the Dominican Sisters of St Catherine of Siena (Italy). We offer various medical services such as: General medicine, internal medicine, O & G, Laboratory, and Radiology, to mention just a few. The hospital is run in collaboration with foreign partners. We are registered and licensed by the Corporate Affairs Commission and the Ministry of Health. Also, we are accredited by the NHIS as both primary and secondary healthcare providers.

Job Title: Hospital Accountant

Location: Ibadan, Oyo

Employment Type: Full-time

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Job Summary

• The Hospital Accountant is responsible for managing and overseeing the financial operations of the hospital, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• This role requires strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Management:

• Prepare and analyze financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow).
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger.
• Develop and implement financial policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and healthcare regulations.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Participate in budget preparation and financial planning.
• Analyze financial performance against budget and forecast.
• Identify areas for cost reduction and process improvement.

Revenue Cycle Management:

• Oversee patient billing, insurance claims, and collections.
• Monitor and address denied claims and revenue cycle issues.

Auditing and Compliance:

• Coordinate audits.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks.

Reporting and Analysis:

• Prepare financial reports for management and stakeholders.
• Analyze financial data to inform business decisions.
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs).

Team Management:

• Supervise accounting staff.
• Provide training and guidance on financial procedures.
• Evaluate staff performance.

Other Responsibilities:

• Participate in financial planning and strategy development.
• Collaborate with departments on financial matters.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and regulatory changes.

Requirements
Education:

• HND / Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Certified Accountant or ICAN membership preferred.

Experience:

• 3-5 years of accounting experience in healthcare.
• Hospital or healthcare finance experience preferred.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in accounting software
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations and compliance( Good to have)

Working Conditions

• Serene Office environment.
• Occasional travel for training or conferences.

Salary
N130,000 – N180,000 / month.

Application Closing Date
30th November, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Application Letters and CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.