Company Profile

The country’s favourite insurance group is Hollard Ghana, with subsidiaries Hollard Insurance and Hollard Life Assurance. The group combines its deep local knowledge of the market having previously operated in Ghana for 25 years as Metropolitan Insurance with the world-class expertise of an international insurance brand in 18 countries across the world. With feet firmly planted on Ghanaian soil but headquartered in South Africa, Hollard delivers innovative insurance solutions customized to the unique risks Ghanaians face. Hollard offers various life and general insurance products including funeral, personal accident, motor, business, travel, home, and more. Beyond various nationwide office branches and Hollard 2U franchise shops, Ghanaians can find Hollard at Shell Fuel Station Welcome Shops, Melcom stores and online at www.hollard.com.gh and www.jumia.com.gh for all their insurance needs. Hollard is a three-time certified Top Employer by the Top Employer Institute.

Job Description

Hollard Insurance is looking for an Accounts Officer in Charge of Payment

Job Objective
To maintain processing and payment of claimants and vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner.

Duties & Responsibilities 

• To manage the paying of invoices and claims owed by the company
• Input and code invoices to cost center and profit centers
• ​Process invoices and claims
• Match invoices with Purchase Order (if applicable)
• Send invoices to Manager for payment approval
• Schedule pay runs based on standard company payment terms
• Update and maintain vendor database in a timely manner
• Perform reconciliations including supplier statement reconciliations and accounts payable balances
• Support the month end process by providing supporting documentation for month end journals
• Report on Aged Payables plus other ad hoc reporting where applicable
• Identify improvements to the accounts payable process

Required Skills or Experience

• HND or Degree in Accounting
• Foundation level in ACCA or ICAG will be an advantage.
• A minimum of 2 years relevant work experience
• Solid understanding of basic accounting and accounts payable principles
• Proven ability to calculate, post and manage financial records
• Accurate data entry skills
• Ability to build good relationships with other team members
• Ability to prioritise and multitask
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of Computerized accounting programs including Excel and SAGE Accounting packages.