Britam Hiring: Accounts Assistant – Apply Now
Looking to grow your accounting career with a leading financial services provider in Kenya? Britam is currently seeking a skilled Accounts Assistant for a three-month short-term contract position based in Nairobi. This opportunity is perfect for professionals with a background in accounting who are eager to contribute to the healthcare finance sector.
Job Opportunity: Accounts Assistant at Britam
Britam is one of the top financial services groups in East Africa, known for its commitment to excellence in insurance, asset management, and investment. The Accounts Assistant will support the Medical Accounting department, ensuring timely provider payments, efficient fund management, and accurate general ledger reconciliations.
Key Responsibilities
1. Payments & Reconciliations
- Prepare and monitor monthly payout targets for major medical service providers.
- Issue remittance advice, including invoice details, to medical providers.
- Conduct regular reconciliation of provider statements and resolve outstanding balances.
- Maintain accurate records for Britam’s credit accounts with providers.
- Ensure timely renewal of expired provider guarantees.
- Negotiate provider efficiency and volume discounts.
- Assist in recovering overpayments and optimizing payout accuracy.
2. Fund & Insured Scheme Management
- Monitor usage of funded medical schemes and trigger top-ups at 75% utilization.
- Issue monthly fund utilization reports upon request.
- Coordinate medical premium collections and allocate receipts accurately.
- Reconcile funded scheme accounts monthly and ensure alignment with the ERP system.
3. Outpatient Fund and Premium Collection
- Generate and follow up on insured premium statements in collaboration with the Sales team.
- Support recovery of medical claims paid outside the insured policy.
- Process premium refunds for clients promptly.
- Prepare monthly provider reconciliation status reports, including discounts and clearance updates.
- Ensure all service providers comply with eTIMS regulations.
4. General Ledger Reconciliations
- Perform monthly reconciliation of assigned general ledger accounts.
- Pass journal entries and adjustments to maintain financial accuracy.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field.
- CPA (K) certification or a similar professional accounting qualification.
- 2–3 years of relevant experience in accounting, preferably within the insurance or healthcare sector.
- Proficiency in ERP systems (experience with Oracle Financials is a plus).
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Solid knowledge of insurance regulatory requirements and financial products.
Why Join Britam?
Working at Britam offers you the opportunity to be part of a dynamic and reputable company committed to integrity, innovation, and customer excellence. This short-term contract gives you the chance to build your expertise in a high-impact role and expand your career network in the insurance and finance industry.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role with one of East Africa’s top employers, don’t miss this opportunity. Submit your application through Britam’s official careers portal before the deadline.
Boost your career with Britam—apply today for the Accounts Assistant position and be part of a team that’s transforming lives through financial empowerment.
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