About this role
Job title: Accountant and Operations Intern (Entry-Level)
Location: Mainland, Lagos Employment Type: Internship
Role Overview
- The Accounting & Operations Intern will support the finance and operations team in carrying out day-to-day accounting, administrative, and operational activities of the organization. This role is designed to provide hands-on learning exposure while assisting with basic financial records, operational coordination, and administrative support.
- The ideal candidate is eager to learn, detail-oriented, organized, and willing to grow within a structured work environment.
Key Responsibilities
Finance & Accounting Support:
- Assist in maintaining basic financial records and documentation in line with company procedures.
- Support the preparation of routine financial summaries and reports.
- Assist with bank reconciliations, expense tracking, and documentation of payables and receivables.
- Help organize financial data to support management decision-making.
Budget & Cost Monitoring (Support Level):
- Assist in tracking expenses against approved budgets.
- Help identify discrepancies or variances for review by supervisors.
- Support cost-control initiatives through proper documentation and reporting.
Compliance & Documentation:
- Assist in preparing documentation for statutory filings such as VAT, PAYE, WHT, and Pension under supervision.
- Help organize records for audits and compliance checks.
- Liaise with relevant internal teams to gather required compliance information.
Payroll & Treasury Assistance:
- Support payroll preparation by organizing attendance records and payroll inputs.
- Assist in petty cash management and basic fund reconciliation.
- Help monitor cash movement records and supporting documents.
Operations & Administrative Support:
- Assist with coordinating daily operational activities across departments.
- Support procurement processes, vendor communication, and inventory tracking.
- Help ensure timely availability of office supplies, logistics, and operational support services.
- Assist in documenting workflows and suggesting simple process improvements.
Facilities & Asset Support:
- Assist in maintaining records of company assets and consumables.
- Support routine checks on facilities and equipment usage.
- Help ensure adherence to basic safety and workplace standards.
HR & Team Support:
- Assist HR with employee records, attendance tracking, and filing.
- Support onboarding activities for new staff, including documentation and orientation coordination.
- Participate in team activities and contribute to a collaborative work environment.
Reporting & Communication:
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Prepare basic weekly or monthly reports on assigned finance and operational tasks.
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Support internal communication by coordinating information flow between departments.
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Escalate issues appropriately and provide updates to supervisors.
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Qualifications & Requirements
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree or OND/HND in Accounting, or Finance
- Recent graduates or NYSC members are encouraged to apply
Experience
- 6–1 year work experience or internship experience preferred
- Basic exposure to accounting, administration, or operations is an added advantage
- Willingness to learn on the job is essential
Skills & Competencies:
- Technical & Analytical Skills
- Basic understanding of accounting principles
- Familiarity with MS Excel and basic accounting software is an advantage
Organizational Skills:
- Good time management and multitasking ability
- Attention to detail and record-keeping skills
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills
- Good verbal and written communication
- Ability to work well within a team and take instructions
Professional Attributes:
- Integrity, confidentiality, and a strong sense of responsibility
- Positive attitude and eagerness to grow professionally
Internship Details:
- Duration: 6months-1year
- Remuneration: Monthly stipend
- Opportunity for role review or extension based on performance and business needs.
Application Closing Date
30th November, 2026.