Junior Accountant

Accounting / Finance
Lagos State
October 15, 2025
Full Time

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Job Description

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 Title: Junior Accountant

Location: Lagos Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Finance & Accounts
Work Schedule: Monday – Saturday
Gender: Male

Job Objective

  • The Junior Accountant will provide critical support to the Finance and Accounts Department in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with internal control policies and statutory requirements.
  • The role requires a hands-on, detail-oriented professional who can handle day-to-day accounting operations efficiently and contribute to the financial health of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare, post, and reconcile journal entries, invoices, receipts, and payments.
  • Maintain up-to-date general ledgers and assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
  • Conduct bank, vendor, and account reconciliations accurately and promptly.
  • Assist in preparing financial statements, management reports, and statutory filings.
  • Support inventory and fixed asset management, including periodic counts and reconciliation.
  • Manage petty cash operations and ensure proper documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with company financial policies and relevant accounting standards.
  • Liaise with internal and external auditors during audit exercises.
  • Perform any other accounting duties as assigned by the Finance Manager or Head of Accounts.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  • Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting and reconciliations.
  • Compliance with internal control procedures and statutory requirements.
  • Quality and completeness of accounting documentation and audit support.
  • Efficiency in managing assigned tasks and meeting deadlines.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree (B.Sc.) or HND in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
  • Professional qualification or progress in ICAN/ACCA is an added advantage.
  • Required Experience: Minimum of 3 – 6 years relevant experience in accounting or finance, preferably in retail, FMCG, or a structured business environment.

Other Requirements:

  • Gender: Male (for gender balance).
  • Residence: Must reside within Lagos Island or its immediate environment.
  • Must be proactive, disciplined, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Required Competencies & Skills:Skills:

  • Strong analytical and numerical ability.
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Good organizational and time management skills.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • High level of integrity, reliability, and professionalism.

Knowledge:

  • Sound understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or Tally).

Salary
N200,000 – N250,000 / month

Application Closing Date
31st October, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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