Senior Accountant (6870)

CareerFinders, on behalf of our client, an international Group of Companies with diverse business interests, we are seeking to recruit a Senior Accountant to join their growing team based in Nicosia. The successful applicant will primarily be responsible for handling the accounting and bookkeeping for a number of local and international companies operating within the Group. You will need to possess approximately 5 years of relevant professional experience, ideally working within an international environment and/or providing accounting and bookkeeping services to a portfolio of international clients and should be a full member of a recognised accounting body (ACA, ACCA, CPA). Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Greek & English are a must.

Key Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for accounting for a group of local and international companies with mostly holding and investment activities.
• Supporting audit process, preparing relevant documentation, liaising with external auditors as part of the preparation and completion of annual statutory audit.
• Preparation and submission of VAT returns to Cyprus authorities.
• Monitoring and analyzing tax developments and informing management about important updates.
• Liaising with local authorities if needed.
• Producing periodical management accounts.
• Supporting management with the preparation of various financial reports.
• Coordinating with other team members regarding accounting and audit matters.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by Management.

Key Skills/Experience: 

• University degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Approximately 5 years of proven experience in a relevant role, ideally working in an international environment and/or providing accounting services to international clients.
• Full members of the ACA, ACCA and/or CPA are encouraged to apply.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Knowledge of IFRSs and their practical application is preferable.
• Good knowledge/understanding of the Cyprus tax legislation and previous experience with tax and VAT matters will be considered an advantage.
• Fluency in Greek & English.
• Ability to work in a dynamic and fast paced environment.
• Ability to work both individually and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills and self-motivated.
• Professional discipline and strong analytical skills.
• Team oriented.
• Computer literate.

Benefits: 

• Competitive salary based on skills and experience.
• Medical insurance after completion of the probationary period.
• Opportunity to attend professional conferences and seminars financed by the Company.

To apply for this vacancy, please send your CV, along with any covering letter to  [email protected]   quoting the reference number CAR6870. Please note that due to the high volumes of applications received only shortlisted applicants will be responded to. By sending us your CV you are giving CareerFinders your consent to be contacted for this and any other suitable vacancies that we believe match your skills and experience. To view our privacy policy, please click