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Billing Officer at Netcom Africa

  • Job Type Full Time , Hybrid
  • Qualification BA/BSc/HND
  • Experience 0 – 2 years
  • Location Lagos
  • Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit&nbsp

Billing Officer at Netcom Africa

Billing Officer

Objective & Summary

  • The ideal candidate will support the billing process by preparing accurate invoices, reconciling billing data, and assisting with client inquiries. This role is a great opportunity for early-career professionals with strong numerical skills and an interest in the telecommunications industry.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and issue monthly invoices for clients subscribed to Dedicated Internet Access and ancillary services (e.g., MPLS, Fiber, BIA, VOIP).
  • Verify billing rates, usage data, and contract terms before finalizing invoices.
  • Upload finalized invoices to the billing portal and email clients where applicable.
  • Maintain and update customer master data in the billing system, including service start dates, rate plans, and addresses.
  • Assist in updating rate cards, discounts, and special pricing as approved by management.
  • Monitor and reconcile bandwidth or service usage records against system-generated reports.
  • Perform monthly reconciliations between the billing system, network usage reports, and the general ledger.
  • Investigate and resolve discrepancies in invoice amounts or usage data.
  • Prepare basic billing reports (e.g., ageing reports, revenue by service type) for internal review.
  • Serve as the first point of contact for client billing inquiries and escalate complex issues as needed.
  • Track and follow up on billing disputes, ensuring timely and professional resolution.
  • Collaborate with Sales, Network Operations, and Finance teams to resolve discrepancies and improve accuracy.
  • Support documentation of billing procedures, checklists, and workflows.
  • Assist in process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing billing accuracy and efficiency.
  • Participate in billing system upgrades and user acceptance testing.

Requirements

Educational & Professional Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 0–2 years of experience in billing, accounts receivable, or similar finance-related roles.
  • Experience in a telecommunications environment is an added advantage.
  • Familiarity with billing platforms (e.g., Oracle BRM, Intec, Amdocs) is a plus.

Essential Skills & Knowledge:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP and pivot tables.
  • Strong numerical and data reconciliation skills.
  • Understanding of basic accounting and billing principles.
  • Ability to explain billing issues clearly to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Good organizational and time-management skills to meet tight deadlines.

Desirable Skills & Traits:

  • Working knowledge of telecom service offerings such as Dedicated Internet, VPN, or MPLS.
  • Experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 or similar ERP systems.
  • High attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a professional, customer-focused attitude.
  • Willingness to learn, adapt, and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to Netcom Africa on netcomafrica.zohorecruit.com to apply

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