Senior Accountant – Accounts ReceivableNew!

Description (Public)

The Senior Accountant – Accounts Receivable is responsible for overseeing all aspects of accounts receivable operations within the hospital. This role involves managing patient and insurance billing processes, monitoring receivables, ensuring timely recognition of revenue and collection of payments, as well as providing financial analysis and reporting to support effective revenue cycle management. The Senior Accountant will play a critical role in optimizing revenue collection and maintaining the hospital’s financial health.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Manage the accounts receivable function, including billing processes, claims submission, posting of receipts for payments received, and ensuring that debtors’ statements are up to date
Support the credit control team to ensure that timely debt collection is continuously happening
Ensure complete, timely and accurate revenue recognition by:
Ensuring that all claims are submitted by the insurance team
Ensuring that all services received are billed
Ensuring that all missing claim forms are identified and tracked
Ensuring that all insurance and partner invoices are submitted within the agreed timelines, with all the necessary attachments
Ensuring that all insurance billing and submission documents are properly filed in an organized manner
Prepare revenue reports (including but not limited to cash, insurance, family health, staff and staff dependents)
Develop and maintain relationships with patients, insurance companies and third-party payers, addressing inquiries, resolving disputes, and participating in negotiating payment arrangements as may be required
Support the Manager Disputes and Credit in the performance of their role, and act as cover for the office while they are on leave
Ensure all insurance and individual company payments are receipted and receipts are shared with the different payers

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Qualifications and Experience

Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Commerce from a recognized university and a fully qualified Chartered Accountant (CPA/ACCA/CFA)
Minimum of three years’ working experience as an accountant, preferably with a profit-making organization
Must have scored at least Credit 6 in Mathematics and English at Ordinary Level (UCE)
Experience of working with a medical facility is an added advantage
Mature individual with a proven track record of supervising staff
Good knowledge of Excel and experience in the application of accounting standards in financial reporting

Skills and Competencies

Professional Knowledge: Demonstrate professional skills and knowledge of accounting, and the ability to reconcile and provide accurate financial reports
Financial Monitoring and Analysis: Monitor and collect data to assess its accuracy and integrity to ensure compliance with applicable standards, rules, regulations and internal controls
Decision Making: Ability to use effective approaches for choosing a course of action, and to take action consistent with available facts, constraints and anticipated consequences
Leadership, Assertiveness and Supervision: Ability to recruit, select, counsel, discipline, establish performance standards and evaluate performance of employees; ensure compliance with human resources policies and procedures; monitor and assess work, provide feedback, and plan and support employees
Communication: Good oral and written communication skills. Ability to clearly and concisely convey information orally or in writing to individuals and groups to ensure it is well understood; listen and respond appropriately to others; establish effective working relationships that foster organizational success; and build and work in a team
Self-motivated, result-oriented, and able to work under minimum supervision
Ability to meet tight deadlines

How to Apply

About Lifelink Hospital

Lifelink Hospital is a leading healthcare provider dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered medical services with a mission to enhance community well-being through compassionate care, innovation, and medical excellence. Renowned for its commitment to healthcare excellence, Life Link has earned a strong reputation for reliability, professionalism, and ethical medical practice. The center fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, valuing employees as key stakeholders by offering continuous professional development, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment that encourages growth and collaboration. With diverse job opportunities across medical, administrative, and support roles, Life Link Medical Center provides flexible work arrangements, ensuring work-life balance for its staff. Established with a vision to revolutionize healthcare, the center has grown significantly, expanding its reach through modern medical facilities and advanced technology integration. Innovation is at the core of its business model, leveraging cutting-edge diagnostic tools, telemedicine, and efficient patient management systems to improve healthcare accessibility and outcomes. Serving a wide patient base, Life Link operates multiple branches, reinforcing its impact across different regions. The center upholds strong core values, including integrity, compassion, excellence, and teamwork, which guide its operations and patient interactions. Beyond healthcare, Life Link is actively involved in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, supporting health awareness campaigns, free medical camps, and community outreach programs. For more information about services, career opportunities, and healthcare initiatives.