Account Officer skills and qualifications

An Account Officer should have the following skills and qualifications in order to handle their job duties effectively:

• Adept computer skills and proficiency using programs like QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel
• Advanced math skills to keep accurate records and supervise the bookkeeping of an organization
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact regularly with clients regarding sensitive topics like billing and payments
• Excellent organization skills for maintaining clear, accurate and meticulous financial records for a company
• Attention to detail for ensuring the accuracy of a company’s records and invoices
• Multitasking in order to successfully handle multiple accounts, invoices and payments at various stages of execution
• Excellent efficiency for handling any accounting issues quickly with minimal interference