CareerFinders, on behalf of our client, one of Cyprus’ most well-known and respected Automotive companies, we are seeking to recruit an experienced Chief Accountant to join their expanding team based in Nicosia. The successful applicant will be a full member of a recognised accounting body (ACCA, ACA, CPA) and possess a minimum of 2+ years of post-qualification experience working within the Finance function of a company. You will lead and mentor an established Finance Team and will need to speak Greek and English fluently. 

Key Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Lead, motivate and coordinate the duties of 5 staff of the Finance function with responsibilities for all related transactions for: general ledger postings, accounts payable function, accounts receivable function, fixed asset ledger and cash and bank.
• Daily Cash flow management and weekly projections.
• Determines proper handling of all financial transactions and manages timely monthly close to ensure accurate Trial Balance, Profit centre reporting and variance analysis.
• Monitors compliance with International Financial and Reporting Standards (IFRS), company procedures and legal requirements.
• Preparation and submission of Quarterly VAT returns.
• Co-ordinates the annual independent audit, being the key contact with auditors, including all working papers, reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Provides required information and analysis to auditors for all Tax submissions.
• Oversees internal control systems for all departments to ensure safeguarding of company assets.
• Responsible for holding warehouse management accountable for accuracy and timeliness of inventory controls and cost controls.
• Supporting CFO in cost control management and annual Budget process.
• Financial support to Provident Fund committee.

Key Skills/Experience: 

• Educated to Degree level in Accounting/Finance or related field.
• Qualified accountant with ACCA/ACA qualification (min. two years post qualified).
• Proven experience in a Finance function.
• Strong IT skills with experience in ERP systems (preferably Navision) and MS Excel macros/formulas/ spreadsheet development and Data manipulation.
• Good interpersonal skills, with ability to build relationships with colleagues.
• Well organized, capable of multi-tasking and organizing work of others to ensure delivery of tight deadlines.
• Flexible, team player with experience of staff management.
• Energy and enthusiasm to understand the business, industry and be a proactive member of Management.
• Fluent in Greek & English. 

To apply for this vacancy, please send your CV, along with any covering letter to jobs@careerfinders.com.cy quoting the reference number CAR5445. 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.