Organisation: G4S

Position: Assistant Accountant – Billing

Location: Blantyre, Malawi

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Category: Functional

Job ID: 29824

Application Link: https://careers.g4s.com

OVERVIEW

G4S is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of Assistant Accountant – Billing based in Blantyre, Malawi.

The successful candidate will support effective billing operations by coordinating billing activities, ensuring accuracy of financial records, managing billing systems, resolving client queries, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and financial reporting standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

TEAM SUPERVISION & WORKFLOW MANAGEMENT

• Coordinate, allocate, and monitor daily tasks for Billing Data Entry Clerks.
• Provide training, guidance, and performance feedback to billing team members.
• Manage schedules to ensure adequate coverage during peak billing periods.

BILLING ACCURACY & SYSTEMS CONTROL

• Conduct checks and audits on captured jobs, operational sheets, and contracts.
• Oversee updates in the ERP billing system.
• Verify pricing accuracy against approved contracts.
• Manage verification, processing, and approval of credit notes.

CLIENT QUERY & DISPUTE RESOLUTION

• Act as the escalation point for complex billing disputes.
• Work with operations, sales, and credit control teams to resolve billing discrepancies.
• Identify and address root causes of billing issues.

FINANCIAL REPORTING & COMPLIANCE

• Ensure adherence to monthly billing cycle schedules.
• Prepare accurate weekly, monthly, and ad-hoc billing reports.
• Ensure compliance with G4S internal control procedures and IFRS standards.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Applicants should possess:

• Relevant qualification in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience in billing, accounts, financial operations, or related functions will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of ERP billing systems and financial controls.
• Understanding of accounting procedures and reporting requirements.

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to supervise and support team members.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Office applications.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested candidates should apply through:

🔗 APPLY NOW: https://careers.g4s.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.