Finance intern

West African Ventures Limited (WAV) is an indigenous Nigerian oilfield services and marine contracting company headquartered in Ikoyi, Lagos (11A, Oba Adeyinka Oyekan Avenue). WAV operates primarily within the Gulf of Guinea and Niger Delta region, maintaining major operational supply bases in Warri (Delta State) and Onne (Rivers State). We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Intern

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos

Employment Type: Internship

Job Description

We are seeking an organized, reliable, and self-motivated Finance & Accounting Intern for a 1-year program. Designed specifically for undergraduate students or recent high school graduates entering university, This entry-level role focuses on routine departmental administration, filing, data logging, and general document management. After initial orientation, you will independently manage day-to-day administrative tasks, keep files structured, and support the finance team with basic office workflows.

Key Responsibilities

Document Processing & Archiving: Scan, label, and save physical invoices, receipts, payment vouchers, and statements into designated digital folders using clear naming guidelines. File physical paperwork into color-coded binders or storage cabinets to keep the office organized and clutter-free. Retrieve stored files or specific documents whenever team members need them for reviews or audits. Basic Data Entry & Logging: Enter basic numerical data and invoice details into standardized Excel spreadsheets or tracking logs. Double-check physical receipts against digital entries to flag missing attachments or duplicate copies. Maintain and update simple checklists, such as incoming mail logs, archived box inventories, and completed filing batches. Departmental Administrative Support: Assist accountants and analysts with routine tasks like print jobs, photocopying, binding documents, and organizing presentation folders. Cross-check document packets to ensure all required signatures and supporting pages are present before archiving. Respond to internal document requests from team members and ensure paper/digital files are returned to their proper locations.

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