Administrative Officer (Accounting Firm) at Elvaridah Limited

At Elvaridah, we emphasize on the critical matters and prospects of organizations such as business growth, strategy, planning, marketing, structure, and people management across different industries. We help companies focus on the growth of their businesses while aligning costs with strategy. With our all-inclusive approach and expertise, we capture values across the boundaries of any organization. Elvaridah focuses on optimizing all the different parts of a business as a unit.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Administrative Officer (Accounting Firm)

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Accounting / Professional Services

Job Summary

• We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Administrative Officer to support the daily operations of our accounting firm.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for managing office administration, documentation, client coordination, scheduling, and general operational support to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the firm.

Key Responsibilities
Office Administration & Operations:

• Manage day-to-day office operations and ensure a well-organized, professional work environment.
• Maintain office supplies inventory and coordinate procurement when necessary.
• Handle incoming calls, emails, and visitors in a professional manner.
• Coordinate meetings, appointments, and internal schedules.

Documentation & Records Management:

• Maintain accurate filing systems for client records, contracts, engagement letters, and internal documents (physical and electronic).
• Ensure proper documentation control, confidentiality, and data protection compliance.
• Assist in preparing letters, reports, proposals, and basic documentation for partners and managers.

Client Coordination & Front Desk Support:

• Serve as the first point of contact for clients, responding to inquiries and directing them appropriately.
• Schedule client meetings and follow up on appointments and document submissions.
• Support client onboarding by collecting required documentation and updating client records.

Finance & Billing Support:

• Assist with invoicing, payment tracking, and client billing records.
• Maintain basic expense records and petty cash documentation.
• Support the accounts team with administrative data where required.

Compliance & Process Support:

• Support internal compliance with firm policies and professional standards.
• Assist during audits, inspections, or regulatory reviews by preparing administrative documentation.
• Help implement and improve administrative processes and office procedures.

General Support:

• Provide administrative support to partners, accountants, and consultants.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and logistics when required.
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or HND in Business Administration, Office Management, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1–3 years’ experience in an administrative or office support role (experience in a professional services or accounting firm is an advantage).
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and professionalism.
• Strong interpersonal skills and customer service orientation.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@elvaridah.com using the job title as the subject of the mail