On behalf of our client, a well-established and well-known Group of Companies operating in FMCG, GRS Recruitment are seeking to recruit a Financial Accountant to be based in Nicosia. If you have the necessary skills and experience, then GRS are looking forward to receiving your CV for this Financial Accountant role in Nicosia.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Report directly to the CFO and support the smooth and effective operation of the Finance Department.
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Supervise, coordinate, and support a team of bookkeepers, providing guidance and reviewing their work.
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Review bookkeeping entries and ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timely recording of financial transactions.
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Take a hands-on role in the day-to-day accounting activities of the business.
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Maintain accurate accounting records and ensure all transactions are properly recorded and reconciled.
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Perform regular bank, supplier, customer, and balance sheet reconciliations.
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Review accounts payable and accounts receivable activities and ensure outstanding balances are appropriately followed up.
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Assist with the preparation of monthly and year-end management accounts and financial reports.
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Support the CFO with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow monitoring, and financial analysis as required.
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Assist with the preparation of VAT returns and other statutory filings, ensuring compliance with applicable requirements.
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Support the preparation of information and schedules required for external auditors and other professional advisors.
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Monitor and review the accuracy of financial data within the company's accounting systems.
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Identify discrepancies, errors, and opportunities to improve accounting processes and controls.
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Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
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Maintain appropriate accounting procedures and internal controls across the Finance function.
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Liaise with banks, auditors, suppliers, customers, and other external parties as required.
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Provide ad hoc financial and accounting support to the CFO and wider management team.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
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University degree, diploma, or professional qualification in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field will be considered an advantage but is not essential.
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5+ years of relevant accounting experience, ideally gained within a structured commercial environment.
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Strong practical knowledge of accounting principles and day-to-day accounting processes.
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Previous experience reviewing the work of bookkeepers or supervising junior accounting staff.
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Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
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Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
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Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
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Comfortable working in a hands-on capacity and taking ownership of accounting activities.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and support a small team.
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Good knowledge of VAT and Cyprus accounting requirements.
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Excellent knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel.
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Experience with accounting software/ERP systems will be considered an advantage.
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Fluency in Greek and English, both verbal and written, will be considered an advantage.
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A proactive, dependable, and commercially minded approach to work.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
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€35,000 Gross Per Annum
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Salary will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and skills. The advertised salary range is indicative, any offer will reflect the successful candidate’s suitability
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13th & 14th salary.
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Provident Fund.
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100% office based role
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Become part of a positive, dynamic and professional team
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Approachable and polite management
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Professional development
Due to the high volume of applications received at GRS Recruitment, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
To apply for this position, please email your CV to
Charalambos Iasonos, charalambos@grsrecruitment.com quoting the above job reference or call +357 25 342 722 for further information.