The College of Medicine, University of Lagos Consultancy Services, MEDILAG Consult Limited, has opened recruitment for qualified, proactive, and result-driven professionals to fill key positions within the organization. Interested candidates with the required qualifications and experience are invited to apply for available roles aimed at strengthening the institution’s financial and administrative operations.
The first position available is Accounts Officer 1. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the company’s day-to-day fiscal operations. The Accounts Officer will work closely with management and provide regular reports to the Director while ensuring that financial activities are properly documented and managed.
Key responsibilities include managing the company’s financial records through several important tasks. These include processing invoices, verifying their accuracy, and monitoring both incoming and outgoing funds. The officer will also reconcile bank statements, general ledgers, and credit card accounts regularly to maintain financial accuracy and data integrity. Other duties include maintaining updated journal entries, ledgers, and records of business costs such as labor and materials.
The Accounts Officer will also assist in preparing and filing tax returns, including VAT, while ensuring compliance with local and federal regulations. The role includes managing the company’s monthly payroll by processing timesheets and statutory deductions, assisting with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, and supporting the development of management reports. The officer will also address account-related queries from clients and follow up on overdue invoices for payment.
Applicants must possess a Bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma in Accounting or Finance and must have completed the NYSC program with relevant work experience. Membership in professional bodies such as ICAN, ACCA, or AAT will be an added advantage. Candidates should demonstrate strong technical skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel, attention to detail, the ability to identify financial inaccuracies, interpret financial data, resolve discrepancies, and maintain professionalism and confidentiality when handling sensitive financial information.
The second position is Personal Assistant/Secretary to the Director. The successful candidate will provide high-level administrative and secretarial support to the Director. The role requires a proactive individual capable of anticipating needs, solving problems independently, and managing tasks that help improve the Director’s productivity.
Responsibilities include scheduling appointments, meetings, and events while resolving possible scheduling conflicts. The candidate will manage communications by screening inquiries, handling requests, and organizing email correspondence on behalf of the organization. The role also involves arranging travel logistics such as flights, accommodation, and transportation, as well as preparing detailed travel itineraries.
Additional responsibilities include organizing meetings, preparing agendas, taking minutes, and ensuring follow-up on action items. The Personal Assistant will also draft reports, presentations, and official correspondence while maintaining digital and physical filing systems and handling expense documentation.
Candidates must demonstrate discretion when handling sensitive personal and business information, possess strong multitasking abilities, and maintain excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in office tools such as Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace is required for effective performance in the role.
Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s degree or HND in Social Sciences, Business Administration, Communication Studies, or any related discipline with relevant experience. Candidates must also be computer literate and skilled in writing official memos and minutes. Up to three years of experience in administrative or secretarial roles is required, while professional certifications such as Certified Administrative Professional may provide an advantage.
Interested and qualified candidates should submit six copies of their curriculum vitae and application letter addressed to the Director, MEDILAG Consult Limited, College of Medicine, University of Lagos, Idi-Araba, Lagos. Applicants must also send an email copy to directormedilagconsult@gmail.com stating their suitability for the role.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants must submit three reference letters from different referees alongside their applications, as applications without these references will be considered incomplete. The closing date for submission of applications is Monday, March 30, 2026.
