FINANCE & ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT AT THE LAW CREST LLP (“THE FIRM”) | FINANCE & ADMIN ASSISTANT JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

The Law Crest LLP (“the Firm”) constantly provides legal, consulting, and advisory services on energy matters in the upstream, midstream, and downstream sectors of the energy industry. The Firm is at the forefront of negotiating and drafting exploration and production contracts and joint ventures, obtaining necessary consents for acquisitions and transfers of interests, as well as the creation of charges over oil and gas assets. We have also developed considerable expertise in negotiating and preparing gas and petroleum products purchase and sales agreements and related contracts. 

Job Description:

We are seeking a meticulous and highly organized Finance & Administrative Assistant to join our team in Victoria Island, Lagos. This role is designed for a professional who enjoys the precision of bookkeeping and the dynamic nature of office administration.

You will serve as a key support pillar, ensuring that financial records are flawless and that the office’s physical and operational resources are well-managed. From processing high-volume invoices to overseeing fleet and procurement, your work will ensure that our back-office remains compliant, efficient, and audit-ready.

Requirements:

1. Financial Records & Bookkeeping

• Transaction Lifecycle: Take ownership of processing payments and invoices, ensuring every transaction is accurately posted to the accounting software with complete supporting documentation.

• Month-End Support: Assist the finance team with monthly account closures, bank reconciliations, and the preparation of budgets.

• Statutory Compliance: Support the filing of statutory returns (VAT, WHT, etc.), ensuring the company remains in good standing with regulatory bodies.

2. Audit Readiness & Internal Controls

• Verification & Tracking: Maintain a rigorous system for tracking cash advances and expenses, ensuring all spending aligns with internal financial policies.

• Audit Liaison: Assist in preparing schedules and documentation for internal and external audits to ensure a smooth, error-free review process.

• Data Integrity: Handle sensitive financial data with the highest level of confidentiality and attention to detail.

3. Administrative & Resource Management

• Office Coordination: Manage daily administrative duties, including office inventory levels and general procurement needs.

• Asset & Fleet Oversight: Oversee fleet management and maintenance schedules, ensuring company assets are utilized efficiently and safely.

• Workflow Optimization: Identify opportunities to improve office filing systems (both physical and digital) for faster information retrieval.

Qualifications and Skills:

Professional Profile

• Education: HND or B.Sc in Accounting or Finance.

• Experience: Proven knowledge of bookkeeping and basic accounting principles.

• Certification: ICAN/ACCA (in-view or completed) is a significant advantage.

• Technical Skills: High proficiency in MS Excel and experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or Tally).

Core Competencies

• Organizational Mastery: Ability to juggle financial deadlines with administrative requests without losing focus.

• Analytical Thinking: A sharp eye for spotting discrepancies in financial data or inventory logs.

• Time Management: Skilled at prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced Victoria Island office environment.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: careers@thelawcrest.com using the Job Position as the email subject