Montaigne Limited Recruitment for Accounts Intern

Montaigne Limited is Nigeria’s leading luxury beauty and personal care retail company, representing prestigious international brands across skincare, fragrance, cosmetics, and lifestyle categories. We are committed to delivering premium customer experiences, operational excellence, and continuous staff development to uphold our reputation as a foremost name in luxury retail.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Accounts Intern

Job Location: Lagos Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Internship (Full-Time)
Department: Finance & Accounts
Work Schedule: Monday – Saturday
Gender: Male

Job Objective

• To support the Finance and Accounts Department in maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with daily accounting tasks, and ensuring compliance with company financial policies and procedures.
• The role offers hands-on experience in financial reporting, bookkeeping, and internal control processes in a structured and professional environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and maintaining accounting records, ledgers, and financial reports.
• Support in posting journal entries, expense tracking, and bank reconciliations.
• Help with processing invoices, receipts, and vendor payments under supervision.
• Ensure proper filing and documentation of all financial transactions.
• Assist with petty cash management and reporting.
• Support periodic stock and cash counts across outlets when required.
• Assist in preparing monthly management reports and reconciliations.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information appropriately.
• Perform any other accounting or administrative tasks as assigned by the Accountant or Finance Manager.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timeliness and accuracy of financial data entry.
• Proper documentation and filing of all accounting records.
• Level of compliance with company accounting procedures.
• Prompt support during financial audits and reconciliations.

Minimum Educational Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.Sc.) in Accounting or Finance from a recognized institution.
• Must have completed NYSC.

Required Competencies & Skills
Knowledge:

• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial record-keeping.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or Tally).

Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good analytical and numerical ability.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and work under supervision.
• Integrity, honesty, and commitment to learning.

Other Requirements:

• Gender: Male (for role balance and outlet support assignments).
• Residence: Must reside within Lagos Island or its immediate environment.
• Must be well-organized, proactive, and eager to learn in a structured business environment.