Build Your Career in Healthcare Finance with St. Joseph's Physiotherapy Clinics

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional looking to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector? St. Joseph's Physiotherapy Clinics, a premier privately-owned physical therapy practice in Nigeria, is currently seeking a competent and driven Account Officer to join our dynamic team.

With prominent locations in Lekki Phase 1 and Surulere, Lagos, we have been delivering top-tier therapeutic services to communities across Lagos—including Victoria Island, Ikoyi, Yaba, Gbagada, and Ikeja—since 2019. We pride ourselves on clinical excellence and operational integrity, and our finance team plays a vital role in sustaining that standard.

About the Role

As our Account Officer, you will be instrumental in supporting our day-to-day financial operations. Your expertise will directly contribute to our revenue assurance, statutory compliance, and overall fiscal health, with a specific focus on managing complex HMO-related transactions.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain accurate financial records and ensure proper posting of transactions into the accounting system.
Prepare periodic financial reports, reconciliations, schedules, and management reports.
Manage accounts payable and receivable, including vendor payments, invoicing, and debt recovery.
Process and remit statutory deductions and taxes in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Support internal and external audit activities by preparing and providing relevant documentation.
Monitor, reconcile, and follow up on HMO claims, payments, capitations, and outstanding balances.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies relating to patient billing, insurance claims, and HMO settlements.
Liaise with HMOs and other stakeholders to ensure timely processing and recovery of claims.
Prepare monthly reconciliation reports and ensure all financial transactions are accurately accounted for.
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and other finance-related activities as assigned by management.

Requirements & Qualifications

HND or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in accounting, finance, reconciliations, or healthcare financial operations.
Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and reconciliation processes.
Knowledge of HMO billing, claims processing, and healthcare revenue management is an added advantage.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP.
Experience using accounting software and financial management systems.
Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Must reside within Lagos Mainland, preferably Surulere or its environs.

If you are passionate about applying your accounting skills in a growing healthcare environment, we would love to hear from you.