CareerFinders, on behalf of our client, a long-established and highly respected company operating in the Construction, Engineering & Events fields, we are seeking to recruit an Assistant Accountant to join their growing team based in Pera Chorio, Nicosia. The successful candidate will provide day-to-day support to the accounting team, and assist with the accurate and timely processing of financial transactions, maintenance of accounting records, and communication with clients and suppliers. Our client is seeking applicants who are ideally educated to degree level in a relevant field of study, who possess prior experience in a relevant accounting and bookkeeping role. You will need to be fluent in Greek and English, and be a confident user of MS Office applications, including Excel. Working hours are from 08:00 – 17:00 from Monday to Friday.

Key Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Record and post accounting documents and financial transactions accurately into the company’s accounting system.
• Assist with the day-to-day accounting operations and provide administrative support to the Accounting Department.
• Maintain and monitor accounts receivable and accounts payable records.
• Review debtor and creditor balances and assist with the identification and resolution of discrepancies.
• Assist with the preparation and processing of invoices, receipts, payments, and other accounting documentation.
• Assist with account reconciliations and ensure accounting records are accurate and up to date.
• Communicate professionally with clients and suppliers regarding account balances, invoices, payments, and other accounting-related matters.
• Respond to accounting-related queries in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist other members of the Accounting Department with various accounting and administrative tasks as required.
• Maintain organised and accurate filing of financial documents and records.
• Support the accounting team with month-end and other periodic accounting procedures.

Key Skills/Experience: 

• An academic background in a relevant field of study is desirable.
• Holders of the LCCI Higher accounting certification or similar are encouraged to apply.
• Previous experience in a similar accounting or finance position is required.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Good working knowledge of accounting software and accounting systems.
• Fluent in Greek and English, both written and spoken.
• Good understanding of basic accounting principles and practices.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines and schedules.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

To apply for this vacancy, please send your CV, along with any covering letter to [email protected] quoting the reference number CAR9358. 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 www.careerfinders.com.cy/privacy-policy.