Jobs in the Accounting Sector
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Accountant
Our client is a group of companies providing a full range of development services for the construction industry from project development to its implementation and they are currently recruiting an Accountant for their offices in Limassol.
Overview:
The position will be based at the Head Office in Agios Athanasios, Limassol, for full-time employment, in order to manage financial transactions, ensure the accuracy of financial records and the smooth operation of the Accounting department.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Timely preparation of Financial Statements
- Management of monthly, quarterly and annual closings
- Reconciliation of accounts payable and receivable
- Ensuring timely bank payments
- Calculation of Taxes and preparation of tax returns
- Management of balance sheets and profit/loss statements
- Track Payments
- Preparation of Budget Forecasts
- Calculation of Payments and tax refunds
- Control of Financial Documents and Procedures
- Reconciliation of Bank Statements
- Providing information on the Group's liquidity and cash flows
- Ensure compliance with all tax regulations and financial policies
- Ensuring the confidentiality of financial data Other related duties
Qualifications:
- University Degree in Accounting or Finance or related field
- Holder of LCCI Higher
- Necessary experience, at least 5 years in a similar position
- Very good knowledge of Accounting Regulations and Procedures
- Good knowledge of Ms Office, accounting systems and databases
- Organizational skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines. Ability to edit Tasks with a date line
- Responsibility and integrity of character
- Very good knowledge of Greek and English
Earnings and Benefits:
- Salaries depending on qualifications
- Five-day’s Work
- Provident Fund
- Annual Bonus
- Annual Leaves
- Education
- Career advancement opportunities
- Team and friendly work environment
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Accountant with reference number 1290.
Or you can apply directly through your candidate login by hitting the APPLY button.
Financial Controller
Due to expansion of their activities, our client, a Real-Estate Development & Construction Company, is looking for a full-time Financial Controller to be based at their Head Office in Limassol. The successful candidate will join the finance team and ensure the companies under his/her supervision will comply with all statutory requirements of the Cyprus law and prepare management reports for the Managing Director/CFO in a timely and accurate manner. This is a n office-based position. No remote / hybrid working.
Responsibilities:
- Take responsibility for all cash management, investments, insurance, budgeting, and financial reporting
- Ensure all financial information of the companies under his/her supervision are up to date and accurate
- Preparation of management reports for the management (i.e., Cash Flow reports/Budget Reports)
- Preparation of payroll, quarterly VAT reports
- Review expenditures and revenues to be in line with the budget prepared
- Assisting staff with the posting of transactions and other reports if necessary
- Communicate with banks, auditors, clients, and vendors
- Other work that will be requested from management
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
- Holder of a professional title (i.e. ACCA or ACA) is preferred or partly qualified but with strong experience (accounting/tax)
- Previous experience of at least 5 years
- Experience in the Real-Estate Development / Construction industry is preferred
- Previous experience in the accounting department of the hotel industry will be considered as a major advantage
- Knowledge of the VAT/Income Tax/Social Insurance laws of Cyprus
- Fluent in English language.
- Able to perform under pressure and meet deadlines
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Team Player and integrity
- Excellent communication and analytical skills
- EU-citizenship
Working hours:
- The working days are from Monday to Friday, 9am – 5.30pm
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Financial Controller with reference number 1277.
Or you can apply directly through your candidate login by hitting the APPLY button.
Group CFO
Our client has a CySEC regulated Forex Company in Nicosia or Spain (Madrid) or Gibraltar, as well as other regulated entities, is looking for an experienced Group CFO for the 3 companies of the group. If the selected candidate is located in any other country, aside from Cyprus, Spain or Gibraltar, then they will offer a relocation package.
Responsibilities:
- Take responsibility for all cash management, investments, insurance, budgeting, and financial reporting, and help drive the company’s global financial strategy and hiring needs.
- Research long-range economic trends and projects their impact on future growth in sales and market share.
- Manage finance personnel and oversee financial IT systems, ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory entities.
- Coordinate development of annual operating, capital, and program budgets, as well as reporting for the same.
- Ensure cash flow is compatible with operations by overseeing day-to-day accounting, recording, reporting, and internal-control activities of the organization.
- Develop and implement best practices and tools to ensure a well-controlled yet flexible organization that has strong fiscal management, project coordination, cross-team communications, and workflows. Comply with national and local financial requirements by studying existing and new legislation and taking appropriate action.
Requirements:
- Have a master’s degree in Accounting, Business Accounting, or Finance. Hold an ACCA practicing certificate
- Must have at least +8 years’ experience in executive leadership roles
- Stable experience in at least 2-3 companies of the same group
- Have good knowledge of the regulatory regime for financial markets and investment firms
- Having good and proven understanding of the financial and capital markets
- Experience in the Forex industry is a must
- Excellent management and supervisory skills
- Strong interpersonal skills with experience in partnering with an executive team and have a high level of written and oral communication skills. Be fluent in English (verbal and written)
- Knowledge of other languages will be considered an advantage.
- EU-citizenship
Working hours:
- The working days are from Monday to Friday, 9am – 6pm (1 day working from home, 4 days from the office)
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Group CFO with reference number 1273.
Or you can apply directly through your candidate login by hitting the APPLY button.
Finance Officer (6 Month Contract)
Our client, a very large international Software Development company with offices in Limassol, is looking for a Finance Officer to join their team for a 6-month contract. As a Finance Officer, you will deliver timely creation, processing and payment with an accuracy of vendor setup, vendor invoices, employee travel expenses, bank reconciliations, customer invoices, and ICB.
For the first month you will be required to go to the office. Following that, a hybrid working model is offered (3 days at the office, 2 days at home)
Responsibilities:
- Have the opportunity to drive the accountability of all actions related supplier, employee, customer setup, and change/update requests as well as take action and follow-up on all matters related to supplier setup.
- Perform accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, expenses, customer invoices.
- Ensure that standard operating procedures and policy documents are followed in order to achieve compliance with processes and adherence to the company’s Code of Ethics
- Ensure that payment runs are scheduled in relation to agreed on calendar and facilitates payments to vendors and employees.
- Have a chance to work with internal customers on cases that are unresolved or open and takes action to bring them to closure.
- Support partners in the understanding and completion of process activities.
- Give and support system UAT managers and provide feedback on needed improvements
Requirements:
- Bachelor of Commerce – Graduate Degree – Minimum
- 0-5 years of Finance experience
- Should have worked within Accounts Payable, Reconciliation, General Ledger, or Travel Reimbursement department
- ERP experience (SAP advantage)
- Fluent English is a must, Greek would be considered an advantage
- Skills and Competencies:
- Financial Management
- Focus on Quality
- Operational Efficiency
- Project Management
- Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving
Working Hours:
- Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:30pm
Benefits:
- Drive growth by constantly looking for opportunities to bring more value to internal and external stakeholders.
- Be a key member of a global, dynamic and highly cooperative team with various possibilities for personal and professional development.
- You will have the opportunity to work in a multinational environment for the global market leader in its field
- They are a dynamic, multi-cultural organization that constantly innovates and empowers their employees to grow. Their people are passionate, daring, and phenomenal teammates that stand by each other with a dedication to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace!
Salary:
- The client is offering a salary of 1700 – 1900 euros gross / month depending on skills and experience.
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Finance Officer (6 Month Contract) with reference number 1259.
Or you can apply directly through your candidate login by hitting the APPLY button. .
Accountant
Our client is an Audit and Accounting Company in Nicosia, and they are looking for an Accountant. This is an 100% office job, no remote working.
Responsibilities:
- Bookkeeping – Accounting records for local and offshore companies
- Bank Reconciliations
- Debtors/Creditors reconciliations
- Completion of VAT and VIES returns
- Registration of companies to Inland revenue, VAT and VIES
Requirements:
- Degree in Accounting or LCCI Higher qualification
- More than 3 years of experience in Internal Accounting or Accounting department of a professional firm
- Knowledge of E-soft accounting Software would be an advantage
- Excellent written and spoken English and Greek
Working hours:
- The working hours are flexible working hours. Monday – Thursday: start between 8 – 9 am and end between 5- 6 pm (1 hour break 13.00 – 14.00) and Friday 8.30 – 2.30 no break.
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Accountant with reference number 1249.
Or you can apply directly through your candidate login by hitting the APPLY button.
Russian-speaking Assistant Finance Controller
Our client is one of the global leaders in the commercial equipment market situated in Pafos, looking for an Assistant Finance Controller (Russian-speaking).
Assistant of Financial Director:
- A must is a Russian and English-speaking person with experience in working in post-Soviet Union countries
Tasks:
- Provide effective monitoring and management of the group’s liquidity position ensuring that all group companies have access to the cash and funding they need to deliver their business plans
- Have a professional finance/ treasury qualification or equivalent with strong technical accounting experience, significant experience of core treasury management activities, including cash flow and liquidity management, covenant management, securitization and raising new funding.
- Negotiate positive commercial outcomes and will be able to understand and articulate the financial implications and risks of different options making recommendations on the best course of action.
Skills and experience we’re looking for:
- Technical knowledge of Treasury principles, such as liquidity management and credit ratings
- Experience in financial reporting with strong analytical and interpretative skills
- Have a relevant financial degree and have been employed in a similar position within banking / finance for at least 3 years.
Benefits:
- Attractive salary based on experience.
- Working hours from 9.00 to 18.00 with one hour lunch break
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Russian-speaking Assistant Finance Controller with reference number 1246.
Or you can apply directly through your candidate login by hitting the APPLY button.
Accounting Officer
Our client, a Financial Services Company supporting a number of brands in the forex industry in Limassol, is looking for an Accounting Officer.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain accounting books and records on a daily basis;
- Update, verify and maintain accounting journals and ledgers;
- Prepare and maintain bank records of multicurrency bank accounts;
- Assist in the preparation of daily and monthly bank balances and movement reports;
- Prepare payments of expenses and other creditors for approval;
- Assist in the preparation of Management reports including reconciliations, TB, Income Statement and Balance Sheet;
- Prepare banks and PSP reconciliations;
- Prepare supplier reconciliations and liaising with them for resolving any discrepancies;
- Prepare quarterly VAT reports.
Requirements:
- University Degree in Accounting or in a related field or ACCA part – qualified;
- 3 – 5 years of experience in a similar role;
- Experience in the Financial Services industry will be considered as an advantage;
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel;
- Knowledge of Accounting software will be considered as an advantage;
- Fluency in the English language, oral and written;
- Greek skills are a big plus;
- Self-motivated, energetic with ability to work under pressure;
- Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail and critical thinking
Working hours:
- The working hours are Monday to Thursday 9:00 – 18:00 with 1 hour break (8:30 – 17:00 with 30 minutes break can be discussed) and Friday 9:00 – 15:00 with 30 minutes break.
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Accounting Officer with reference number 1237.
Or you can apply directly through your candidate login by hitting the APPLY button.
Senior Management Accountant
Our client is an international non-profit organisation and they are seeking to recruit a Senior Management Accountant to join the accounting Department and to be based at the Mediterranean Area office based in Larnaca
Job Purpose:
- Production of management accounts for area commitments in Africa, Middle East and the Indian Sub-Continent.
- Acting as a first point of contact, supporting the Area on financial and accounting matters.
- Working closely with the Finance Manager, ensures a first-class financial service is delivered.
- Deputises for the Finance Manager.
Responsibilities & Accountabilities of the Role:
Management Accounting Information
- Produces the monthly Area management accounts and liaises with Regional Management Accountant and Office Administrators / Managers for the variance analysis and monthly commentary
- Carry out specific scope audit tests on the returns from other countries
- Reviews OPS monthly structural returns to send to HO (structural project tracker list)
- Provide financial reports to the Finance Manager and operational managers as required
- Embed the Chart of Accounts; develop management reporting framework; oversee rollout of purchase ledger and purchase order within agreed timeframes
Budgets and Forecasting
- Prepares the annual and quarterly compilation of AAA non-employment and capital expenditure (capex) budgets and forecasting, and corresponding upload file
- Compile annual budgets, including key phasing assumptions in co-operation with Finance Manager
- Responsible for the monitoring of the monthly expenditure against the budget/forecast in accordance with corporate accounting practices and processes
- Undertake monthly reconciliations of accounts and reporting to Finance Manager
- Update and distribute monthly reports for designated budget holders within Area and assist in the design and development of reports
- Assist with financial performance management working with budget holders
- Prepare report analysis and evaluation
- Provide first line support to individuals, Departments and Area on budget queries
Team Performance
- Line management for Office Administrators Supervision and delegation of daily tasks to the Finance Officer and the Regional Office Administrators.
- Manages the performance of the Finance Officer and the Regional Office Administrators, including the setting and reviewing of performance objectives including training and development needs
- Provide effective support to key finance processes completed overseas
- Communicate effectively with other staff members and other key stakeholders (many from diverse geographic and cultural backgrounds)
- Review and highlight to FM, financial training requirements for appropriate Area staff and lead on financial training delivery.
- Provides financial best practice knowledge, analysis, recommendations and advice across the Area
Other related tasks as required
- Monitors and ensures proper recording of the Area's capex
- Processes and maintains of the Fixed Asset Register on GP
- Assistance with / review of Area Payroll where required
- Support the preparation of the Quarterly Management Reports and financial data
- Travel to countries in support of Operations, as required
- Work with the Finance Manager to design and deliver Area Financial Team Structure/Method of working
- In support of the FM, identify key vulnerabilities in banking and financial compliance.
- Undertake Ad-hoc duties for the Finance Manager
Project Responsibilities: As required
Job Functional Knowledge:
- Requires in depth experience within a finance environment including practical experience at Operational level, or a bachelor’s degree in business supported by strong operational finance experience.
- Business Expertise: Requires an in-depth knowledge of how the function integrates with other departments and how changes and challenges might affect the area.
- Leadership: Provides direction and guidance to the Area office team to take forward the Finance and Corporate objectives
- Problem Solving: Supports the area office team by offering advice and guidance
- Nature of Impact: Direct impact on the team and area
- Area of Impact : Direct impact on their own team and various departments in the area
- Interpersonal Skills: Ability to influence and exchange ideas and information in a way that is understood at all levels (internally and externally). Therefore, must be clear and concise
Person Specification:
Education and Knowledge
- In depth knowledge of accounting and finance
- ACCA or part qualified ACCA with 5 years’ experience or equivalent university degree
- Computerised book-keeping experience working with a general ledger package within a general accounting office
- Familiar with one or more accounting packages/ ERP
- Good command of both spoken and written English, in addition to a high level of literacy in their first language
- Knowledge of organisational policies and practices is an advantage
- Knowledge and experience of general accounting practices and use of accounting packages, and a willingness to learn Great Plains, is essential
- IT literate with excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel, Word and Outlook
Experience required
- Experience of working in an accounting position is essential
- 2 years supervisory experience
- Experience of general accounting practices
Skills and Abilities
- Excellent numerical skills
- Excellent organisational and communication skills
- Accuracy with attention to detail
- Team player
- Communication – Develop productive relationships with staff, local officials, outside agencies and dignitaries at all levels to ensure the smooth running of the area. Excellent oral and written skills are essential
- Planning and organisational skills – Able to work with a high degree of autonomy in organising and prioritising the workload to meet deadlines. Willingness to work flexible and additional hours when required or requested
- Service Delivery – Good administrative, numerical and IT skills, providing the service required by the Regional Office and Head Office Departments
- Resource Management – Work within a budget both financial and timely. Negotiate keenly with local suppliers
- Application of Specialist Expertise – Use knowledge effectively in taking forward the Commission’s goals
- Committed to continuous professional development
- Everyone who works for us, or with us, shares our Values, which are formed around our concept of CARE (Commitment, Ambition, Respect and Excellence).
- We are proud and committed to ensuring we bring this to life every day, for ourselves, each other and those who lost their lives.
- Health and Safety responsibility for self and others
From time to time, you may be required to perform such other reasonable duties that fall outside your job title or key job duties, should this be necessary to meet the needs of the Company
Salary and benefits:
- Salary based on experience up to 35 000 Euros gross annually
- Provident Fund up to 12% Employer Contribution
- Life Insurance
- Training and Development opportunities
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Senior Management Accountant with reference number 1233.
Or you can apply directly through your candidate login by hitting the APPLY button.
Accountant
Our client, a leading and reputable group of companies with businesses in the Pharmaceutical, Medical Device, Nutrition/Food Supplements, Diagnostics, Cosmetic / Fragrances and FMCG Industries, is currently looking for an Accountant to be based at their offices in Latsia for a 1-year contract. The Accountant will report directly to the Financial Controller / Chief Accountant.
Main Objectives:
- Record and maintain the business’ financial transactions, such as purchases, expenses, sales revenue, invoices, and payments.
- Prepare ad hoc analyses as and when requested.
- Update certain receivables reports on a monthly basis
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Record daily transactions, including accounts payable/receivable and general ledger
- Assist in financial and tax audits, and general ledger preparation.
- Organize financial data into useable information and maintain updated records
- Reconcile ledgers monthly and quarterly
- Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable
- Prepare cheques, payments and bank deposits
- Work under the supervision of the Chief Accountant and the Financial Controller
- Prepare analysis of accounts as requested
- Prepare bank reconciliations
- Review and process expense reports
- Prepare the costings, for all imports from overseas
- Internal functional relationships with all departments
- External functional relationships with External Auditors, Government Tax Department, Customer’s account departments, Bankers
Requirements:
- Relevant Degree or Qualification in Accounting
- Needs to be available to start from March
- EU Citizens only
- Office based job – no remote work
- Fluent in Greek and English
Working Hours:
- Monday to Friday 08:00 to 17:00 (one hour break)
Benefits:
- The client is offering up to 1800 Euros gross per month based on skills, qualifications and experience
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Accountant with reference number 1214.
Or you can apply directly through your candidate login by hitting the APPLY button.
Bookkeeper / Accountant
Our client is a small Corporate Services Provider in Limassol looking to employ a Bookkeeper / Accountant with minimum of three years of relevant working experience.
Responsibilities:
- Record accounting transactions in the accounting software
- Maintain proper books and records
- Performing debtors, creditors, bank and other accounting related reconciliations
- Preparing accounting records for audit
- Completion and submission of various VAT forms in relation to VAT registration, deregistration and application for VAT refund
- Reviewing and completing VAT forms and handling VAT issues
- Any other required duties
Qualifications:
- LCCI higher or Accounting Degree
- At least 1 year of relevant working experience
- Knowledge of InteliSoft Accounting Software will be considered as an advantage
- Excellent command of the English language, both written and spoken
- The Russian language knowledge is an advantage but not the must
- Excellent knowledge of MS office suite (Word and Excel)
- Attention to detail
- Good time management skills
- Ability to work in a team
- EU citizen
Salary:
- My client is offering a salary of up to 1,000 Euros NET for part time: 6 hours per day and up to 1,400 Euros NET for full time: 8 hours per day.
Working hours:
- Company hours of operation 9:00am – 6:30pm.
- Working hours:
- 8 hours to be discussed with the candidate
- 9:00 – 13:00 / 14:00 – 18:00
- 9:30 – 13:30 / 14:30-18:30
- At times may be required earlier or to stay later
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Bookkeeper / Accountant with reference number 1199.
Or you can apply directly through your candidate login by hitting the APPLY button.
Bookkeeper
Our client is an international Hitech Company based in Limassol and they are looking to employ a Bookkeeper who will report directly to the CFO.
The position will mainly be responsible for:
- Managing Bank accounts and payments – Preparing payments, recording bank transfers in ERP, checking company bank statements and preparing daily bank reconciliation
- Implement payment process to optimize efficiencies (online payments)
- Preparing daily cash statements and cash forecast report
- Recording financial transactions by establishing accounts, posting transactions, filing
- Daily accounts reconciliation, including analyzing account data and generating financial reports
- Preparing VAT/VIES/INTRASTAT and Tax reports
- Prepare and process payroll
- Track and maintain fix assets records
- Assist with external audit process
- Perform other general accounting duties as needed
The ideal candidate will have/be:
- LCCI Higher Certificate
- At least 2 years' experience as bookkeeper
- Fluency in English (verbal and written).
- Experience in ERP system will be considered an advantage.
- Excellent knowledge of Excel.
- Must be responsible and self-managed
- Must have excellent follow-up and tracking skills
- Must be detail-oriented, organizational skills with high level of accuracy
Working hours:
- The working hours are Monday to Thursday from 8:00 – 17:00 and Friday from 08:00-14:00
Salary:
- They are offering a competitive salary plus Provident Fund and Medical Insurance.
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Bookkeeper with reference number 1198.
Or you can apply directly through your candidate login by hitting the APPLY button.
Supervisor – Local Tax Department
Our client is one of the Top 4 Accounting and Auditing firms, currently looking to recruit a Supervisor – Local Tax Department in Limassol.
We are currently looking to recruit an experienced Qualified Accountant to join our vibrant Limassol Tax Team and help us manage our expanding client and project portfolio. Our Limassol Tax Team specializes in matters concerning the shipping industry and we are particularly interested in candidates with relevant experience. This is a great opportunity for high caliber professionals who wish to work and thrive in a high performance, professional and demanding environment.
The Opportunity:
- Ensuring work is prepared in accordance with the companies and other professional standards, and in compliance with the Law and Regulations
- Demonstrating a detailed understanding of common principles of direct tax and tonnage tax and effectively apply them in the context of relevant engagements;
- Considering client needs and queries and develop recommendations and implementation plans and make informed decisions in complex and judgmental areas;
- Identifying and presenting direct tax opportunities and risks;
- Working as part or as leader of our team, delegate tasks to and review work performed by junior staff and cooperate with senior level team members;
- Keeping up to date with all developments in the field of direct taxation as well as Tonnage Tax;
- Providing on the job training and guidance to the team members
- Reporting directly to the engagement partner/manager
- Having direct communication with the tax office
The Requirements:
- Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA)
- University degree with grade 2:1 or equivalent in any discipline
- Minimum 3 years tax experience
- Good knowledge of the Cyprus Tax legislation and principles of International Tax Law
- Experience with preparation of all types of tax forms and returns
- Experience in the preparation and presentation of professional reports
- Excellent knowledge of the Greek and English languages (written and spoken)
- IT literacy with sound knowledge of Excel/Word
- Knowledge and experience in the application of the Cyprus Tonnage Tax provisions shall be considered an advantage
- Personal Characteristics:
- Business awareness and high motivation
- Problem solving skills
- Honesty, integrity and willingness to learn
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Attention to detail and drive to deliver quality work
- Willingness to travel within Cyprus and abroad
- Good coaching skills and project management skills
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Supervisor – Local Tax Department with reference number 1179.
Or you can apply directly through your candidate login by hitting the APPLY button.
Trainee – Local Tax Department
Our client is one of the Top 4 Accounting and Auditing firms, currently looking to recruit a Trainee – Local Tax Department in Limassol.
We are currently looking to recruit high-caliber individuals to join our Limassol Tax Team and help us coordinate manage and execute our increasing project portfolio. As a graduate recruit, you will have the opportunity to work in a professional environment as a member of our vibrant professionals on a variety of engagements as well as complete or begin one of the Professional Qualifications (ACA, ACCA), with a focus on Tax.
The Opportunity:
- Preparing and submitting of income tax returns (forms IR1, IR4, IR7 etc.)
- Assisting in the carrying out personal income tax audits and compilation of personal financial statements for tax purposes
- Assisting with preparation of ad-hoc tax advisory work
- Assisting with internal risk management procedures of KPMG
- Reporting results and findings to more senior staff and providing them with general support as necessary
- Discussing client queries and requests and assisting in the drafting of relevant responses
The Requirements:
- University degree with grade 2:1 or equivalent in a relevant tax, legal or accountancy university degree
- Pursuing a Professional Qualification (ACA, ACCA)
- Excellent knowledge of the Greek and English languages (written and spoken)
- Excellent knowledge of MS Office
Personal Characteristics:
- Business awareness and high motivation
- Good communication skills
- Drive and initiative with competent interpersonal skills
- Ability to organize and time manage time
Salary and benefits:
- The firm offers an attractive remuneration package, flexible working hours and hybrid working model, gym benefits and most importantly excellent opportunities for career development and advancement, based on merit.
- Competitive remuneration package (incl. 13th salary)
- Bonus Scheme that reflects firm & individual performance
- Provident Fund
- Health and Wellbeing
- Holistic programme to support employees’wellbeing
- In-house occupational psychologist
- Occupational doctor
- Gym benefits
- Running Club
- Excellent opportunities for career development & advancement
- Hybrid working model (working from the office, client and home)
- Flexible working hours
- Friday afternoon off
- Flex Fridays for July & August (Reduced Hours – 36hours)
- Reduced hours & Mother’s scheme working options
- Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave
- Paid Sick Leave
- Holiday entitlement from the 1st day you join
- Global Mobility programme
- Dress for your Day
- Free Parking
If you believe that you have the above qualifications and this opening sounds challenging apply now.
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. Only successful applicants will be contacted
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Trainee – Local Tax Department with reference number 1178.
Or you can apply directly through your candidate login by hitting the APPLY button.
Finance Director
Our client is a payment gateway and PSP provider in Paphos with over 15 years’ experience and they are looking for a Finance Director to direct and oversee the financial activities of the corporation, direct the preparation of current financial reports and summaries, and create forecasts predicting future growth. The ideal candidate is someone who has headed up their own team before and has worked directly in managing their teams, so he/she has a great understanding of the day to day tasks and what needs doing. He/she will be given absolute independence to build and manage their own team and even be given the opportunity to restructure how things are currently done with the team based in Israel. He /she will be reporting to the CEO.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure all accounts are reconciled daily, breaks are understood and action are taken to resolve within given deadlines
- Drive a client-focused mindset across the team and manage unapplied and overdue debits to mitigate negative impact
- Manage and supervise the Finance team, empowering it to consistently eliminate waste, create efficiency in processes and motivate drive for constant improvement
- Develop and execute a reconciliation strategy to align with business requirements and implement change as required
- Work with client and network partner teams to ensure reconciliation can add value and support onboarding of new clients and routes
- Design and implement new processes, procedures and controls, ensuring accuracy of records
- Implement automations in processes between banks, merchants and vendors
- Develop working knowledge of industry practices and standards
- Ensure cash flow is appropriate for the organisation’s operations.
- Manage vendor relationships with external parties, including clients, banks and auditors
- Direct the preparation of all financial reports, including management accounts, financial statements and tax returns
- Prepare reliable current and forecasting reports
- Study long-range economic trends and projects their impact on future growth in sales and market share
- Identify opportunities for expansion into new product areas
- Review planning process and suggests improvements to current methods
Requirements:
- BSc/BA in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other relevant field, MSc/MBA is an advantage
- More than 10 years in roles of responsibility within Finance/Accounting Department, such as Head, Manager, Director positions
- In depth knowledge of corporate financial law and risk management practices
- Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods
- Proficient in the use of financial management software
- Proven experience in setting up and managing a team
- Previous experience working within PSP/card payments industry would be considered an advantage
- Strong leadership and organisational skills
- Ability to quickly adapt to a changing dynamic environment
- Strong problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to take initiative and critically analyse
- Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail and critical thinking
- Ability to engage, motivate and inspire a team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, other languages would be considered an advantage
- Ideally based in Paphos or willing to relocate.
- EU-citizenship
What we offer:
- Competitive Salary with great benefits and perks
- 21 days annual leave
- Recreational and team building activities
- Office gym
- A growing company with continuous development opportunities
Working hours:
- The working hours are 5 days a week (any day, weekends are possible too of you prefer), any 8.5 hours a day so very flexible (no hybrid or remote).
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Finance Director with reference number 1165.
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Head of Accounting (Russian-speaking)
Our client is a CySEC-licensed Forex Company from Ukrainian origin based in Limassol and they are now recruiting for an experienced Russian-speaking Head of Accounting. This is an onsite job (no remote work). Work permit and relocation package to Cyprus can be offered.
Responsibilities:
- Overseeing the daily activities of the accounting department and ensuring that all major month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reports of non-resident companies are completed accurately and on time
- Assisting staff with the posting of transactions if needed
- Interaction and communication with the legal department
- Ensuring that all accounting processes align with IFRS and current financial legislation
- Hiring, training, and motivating accounting staff members while supervising and delegating department tasks
- Communicate with banks, payment service providers, and vendors regarding the payments
- Take full ownership of the Accounting Department and its future development
- Provide suggestions in terms of expenses optimization and cash flow management
- Manage relationships with external audit professionals and accounting partners
- Support audit process for a group of companies;
- Maintain an optimal tax structure for the company and individual projects. Adapt the structure to the changing needs of international legislation
- Advise CEO on the financial implications of business and capital structure, support strategic decisions
- Keeping informed about the latest developments in the finance industry.
Requirements:
- Proven 5+ years of experience as Head of Accounting/Chief Accountant
- Practical experience with IFRS and Financial Reporting
- Successful completion of the audit of non-resident companies
- Good knowledge of International Accounting Standards
- Experience of maintaining the accounting of non-resident companies
- Experience with Cyprus tax and accounting system will be considered an advantage
- Knowledge of the VAT/Income Tax/Social Insurance laws of Cyprus
- Knowledge of EU financial regulations and frameworks
- People management and Leadership skills
- Fluent in the English language both in speaking and writing, Ukrainian or Russian
We offer:
- Professional and personal growth
- Challenging, fast-moving, and unique tasks in the FinTech field with our product
- Ability to be close to the business and take part in making fast decisions
- Partial compensation of language courses expenses
- Corporate library
- Regular team retrospectives
- Flexible schedule
- Paid vacations, sick leaves, public holidays, ability to take days off
- Corporate equipment
Working hours:
- The working hours are 8am – 5pm or 9am-6pm (one hour lunch break), Monday – Friday
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Head of Accounting (Russian-speaking) with reference number 1157.
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TAX Specialist
My client is a shipping company based in Limassol operating in dry bulk shipping with a major focus on the Handysize trade and they are currently looking to recruit a Tax Specialist to join the team .
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
- Covering all current tax issues (Income Tax, VAT, Tonnage Tax) of the companies in Cyprus, Dubai, Hong Kong, Turkey, Greece (new rep office), Belgium (including Transfer Pricing Study and Tax Rulings) and personal tax issues for shareholders who are tax residents of Russia, Belgium and Spain.
- Development of tax efficient group structure including analysis of other jurisdictions
- Relations with tax consultants
- Handling over corporate matters and local requirements for companies in Cyprus (like DAC-6), Dubai (like ESR – Economic Substance Requirements), Hong Kong, Turkey
Salary
- The client is offering a salary of 7000 Euros gross monthly
- 13th Salary
- Starting date – as soon as possible /immediately.
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of TAX Specialist with reference number 1156.
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Finance Specialist / Reconciliation Officer
Our client has a CySEC-regulated Forex Company in Nicosia, as well as other regulated entities, and is looking for an experienced Finance Specialist / Reconciliation Officer. This is a hybrid role.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for building and maintaining bank and payment providers relationships
- Assess and evaluate the efficiency of the existing payment processors through quality control processes, to ensure optimized flow of clients’ deposits and withdrawals.
- Search, investigate and introduce new banks and payment providers accordingly to the needs of the Group
- Negotiate terms with the existing and new banks and payment services providers
- Responsible for the on-boarding procedures of the new banks and payment providers as well as the integration procedures
- Assist in the daily and monthly reconciliation of clients’ funds of Group entities according to the internal procedures as well as the regulatory requirements.
- Assist with the regular reconciliation of revenues and receivables calculation for the Group entities
- Assist with the quarterly regulatory reporting of all regulated entities across the Group
- Assist with the monthly budgeting process and cash flow projections
- Assist with the day-to-day activities of the finance team as well as the monthly/quarterly and yearly end processes (including audit and regulatory audit procedures)
- Assist with the monthly payment of corporate and other expenses. You may be assigned to perform any further duties by the manager
Requirements:
- University Degree in Accounting and Finance related field.
- Working experience in a CySEC regulated investment firm and previous experience in the relevant field will be considered a strong advantage
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft office
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving and attention to detail skills.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively within a team, under pressure and with strict deadline
- High degree of numeracy, attention to detail and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrate very high proficiency in English
- EU-citizenship
Working hours:
The working days are from Monday to Friday, 9am – 6pm (hybrid role)
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Finance Specialist / Reconciliation Officer with reference number 1151.
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Bookkeeper / Junior Accountant
Our client is a boutique service provider offering company formation, fiduciary, licensing, trusts, funds, accounting and bookkeeping services and they are currently looking to recruit a Bookkeeper/ Junior Accountant to join their accounting team
Responsibilities:
- The client will discuss the duties and responsibilities personally at the interview stage .
Qualifications:
- Very good knowledge of bookkeeping
- At least two years’ experience in a similar role
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and organisation skills.
- Ability to work well under stressful situations.
- Fluency in English and Greek.
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Experience working with an investment firm or related will be considered as an advantage
Salary:
- From 1300 to 1600 Euros based on experience
- 13th Salary
Working hours:
- Monday-Thursday 8:30-18:00 Friday 08:30-15:00
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Bookkeeper / Junior Accountant with reference number 1150.
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Consolidation/IFRS Manager
Our client is a global technology company employing staff in over 10+ countries worldwide and they are looking to hire a Consolidation/IFRS Manager to be part of their Global Finance Team based at their offices in Limassol, Cyprus
- The Consolidation Manager will be responsible for preparation and analysis of consolidated Financial Statements during quarterly closings, ensuring that all transactions and documentation are accurate and comply with IFRS standards.
- Liaising with local CFOs of the different segments, such as Education, Recruitment, Financial consulting, across the world, the consolidation manager proactively participates in the production of reliable accounting information and guarantees the quality of financial transaction and information for consolidation purposes.
- The Consolidation manager reports to the CFO of the Group or other respective position.
- The Group is present in 10+ countries and continues its international development. The position is based on our Cyprus headquarter.
The position will be responsible for:
- Actively participates in the production of quarterly consolidated accounts for the group Head office;
- Handle and ensure the quality of the Holding company accounting (not exceeding 50-100 entries per month);
- Support of subsidiaries in the preparation of consolidation and transition from local GAAPs to IFRS;
- Control and analyse local Financial Statements and reports of all subsidiaries: Profit and Loss, Balance sheets, General ledgers;
- Liaison with local CFO in the production of local financial statements in order to maintain the highest quality, reliability and accuracy of Consolidated financial statements;
- Control and strengthen the identification and reconciliation of intercompany transactions;
- Research and resolve accounting issues and implementation of new accounting pronouncements to ensure IFRS compliance;
- Participation in development and maintenance of the integrity of the financial reporting process and financial controls.
- Participate in SPAC/IPO preparation
The ideal candidate will have/be:
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
- Big 4 Accounting or similar experience
- Experience with Consolidation within tight deadlines and reporting requirements.
- Strong IFRS and accounting knowledge as well as analytical and technical skills
- Keen interest for ERP and reporting Tools implementation
- Fluent in English, with strong interpersonal skills is a must
- Russian will be considered an advantage
- Willing to grow in a fast-moving and rapidly developed group
- At least 3 years of professional experience
Salary:
- The company is offering a competitive salary of between 45 000 – 60 000 Euros gross per annum based on experience plus an annual performance-based bonus
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Consolidation/IFRS Manager with reference number 1148.
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Bookkeeper
Our client is a well-established Audit, Accounting, Taxation and Payroll specialist based in Limassol that are looking to employ an experienced Bookkeeper to join their team.
Responsibilities:
- Liaising with clients and auditors
- Preparation of VAT
- Bookkeeping for a wide variety of clients
Requirements:
- LCCI Diploma in Accounting (Intermediate or Higher)
- At least 1 year working experience in similar position
- Excellent knowledge of Greek and English
- Knowledge of AXLE program is plus
Working hours:
The working hours are Monday to Thursday from 8am – 5pm and Friday until 2pm.
Salary:
Salary of up to 1,700 Euros gross based on skills and experience gross plus benefits including provident fund and 13th salary.
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Bookkeeper with reference number 1145.
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Accounting Officer
Our client, an established Real Estate organisation, is currently looking to hire a dynamic individual for the position of an Accounting Officer to join their high-performing team in Nicosia.
The company is an ACCA Approved Employer
Responsibilities:
- Fully capable of all aspects of bookkeeping
- Assist on the invoicing procedure and ensure that the monthly invoices are being issued according to the agreed terms
- Recording the sales & purchase invoices, dealing with suppliers & customers
- Bank & petty cash reconciliation & producing the monthly P/L, balance sheet
- Managing creditors’ and debtors’ balances, invoices, receipts, and payments into the accounting software
- Recording transactions in the accounting software on a daily basis
- Preparing and submitting VAT forms
- Maintain files, including filing of general ledger journal vouchers, accounts payable documentation, and other miscellaneous filing
- Maintain regular contact with other departments to obtain and convey information or to correct transactions
- Undertaking any other specific duties as required by the Financial Manager
Requirements:
- LCCI Higher, CAT Qualification or University degree/ Diploma
- Proven bookkeeping experience
- Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable/receivable principles
- Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records
- Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and proprietary software
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Customer service orientation and negotiation skills
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulatory requirements
- Attention to detail
- Trustworthiness
- Planning and organizing skills
Salary:
- 1800 – 2000 Euros monthly, depending on experience.
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Accounting Officer with reference number 1121.
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Accountant
Our client is a professional and well-established Forex Trading Company and they are looking to hire a motivated individual in the role of Accountant for their office in Nicosia.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain an accurate record of financial transactions
- Manage all Accounting Transactions
- Maintain the trial balance, by a reconciliation of general ledgers
- Handle Monthly, Quarterly and Annual Closings
- Reconcile Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Handle vendors and other payment requests
- Compute VAT Returns
- Manage Balance Sheets and P&L Statements
- Client Reconciliations
- Bank Reconciliations
- Petty Cash Reconciliation
Requirements:
- University Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Related Field
- At least 2-years’ experience in a similar position
- A good understanding of Cyprus VAT and Tax Legislation
- Working Knowledge of the Accounting Software (SAP) will be considered an Advantage
- Excellent Command on English Language both written and communication
- Dynamic Driven and Self-Motivated individual
- Strong Organisational Skills and high level of Responsibility
- Understanding accounting best practices
- Data entry skills
- High attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Produce work with a high level of accuracy
- Professionalism and organization skills
Working hours:
The working hours are Monday – Friday from 9am to 6pm with 1 hour lunch break
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Accountant with reference number 1086.
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Accountant (partially or semi qualified)
Our client, a provider of accounting, audit, tax and advisory services, is looking to recruit an experienced Accountant for their office in Limassol.
Responsibilities:
- Record of accounting transactions in the accounting software
- Maintain proper books and records
- Performing debtors, creditors, bank and any other accounting related reconciliations
- Reviewing and completing the V.A.T. forms and handle of V.A.T. issues
- Preparing the accounting records for audit
- Completion and submission of various V.A.T. forms in relation to V.A.T. registration, deregistration and application for V.A.T. refund
- Submitting of VIES forms
- Producing accounting related reports on a monthly basis.
- Any other accounting duties as required.
Qualifications and Soft Skills:
- At least three (3) years of relevant experience
- Excellent command of the English language, both written and verbal
- Able to work within a team
- Ability to work under pressure
- Strong communication and organizational skills are required
- Time management skills
- Pleasant Personality
- Excellent use of Microsoft Office suite, especially Word and Excel
- Experience of accounting related software
- Knowledge of Intelisoft Accounting Software will be considered an advantage
Benefits:
- 1200-1500 Gross a month
- +13th
- Provident Fund (After 6 moths of probation period)
- Friday Half Day Off
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Accountant (partially or semi qualified) with reference number 1084.
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Auditor – partially or semi qualified
Our client, a provider of accounting, audit, tax and advisory services, is looking to recruit an Auditor with 3 years of experience for their office in Limassol. The Auditor to be partially qualified or semi qualified.
Requirements:
- 3 years of practical auditing experience
- Be an A.C.C.A. or A.C.A. student or have relevant sufficient audit experience.
- Good knowledge of ISA & IFRS
- Excellent command of the English language, both written and verbal
- Able to work within a team.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Strong communication and organizational skills are required.
- Time management skills
- Pleasant Personality
- Excellent use of Microsoft Office suite, especially Word and Excel
- Good knowledge of Caseware is a pre-requirement.
- Experience of accounting related software (Intelisoft) will be considered an advantage.
Remuneration:
- 1.200 to €1.500 Gross per month based on qualifications and experience.
- +13th Salary
- Provident Fund (After 6 months of probation period)
- Friday Half Day Off
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Auditor – partially or semi qualified with reference number 1081.
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Senior Accounting Officer
Our client, a Financial Services Company supporting a number of brands to the forex industry in Limassol, is looking for a Senior Accounting Officer.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain accounting books and records on a daily basis
- Update, verify and maintain accounting journals and ledgers;
- Prepare and maintain bank records of multicurrency bank accounts;
- Assist in the preparation of daily and monthly bank balances and movement;
- Prepare payments of expenses and other creditors for approval;
- Assist in the preparation of Management reports including reconciliations, TB, Income Statement and Balance Sheet;
- Prepare banks and PSP reconciliations;
- Prepare adhoc reports such as expense analysis and comparison reports;
- Prepare/review and submit VAT reports;
- Assist with the work of external and internal auditors.
Requirements:
- University Degree in Accounting or in a related field or ACCA part – qualified;
- 5+ years of experience in a similar role;
- Experience in the Financial Services industry will be considered as an advantage;
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel is a must;
- Knowledge of Accounting softwares – knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics NAV will be considered as an advantage;
- Fluency in the English language, oral and written;
- Greek skills are a big plus
- Self-motivated, energetic with ability to work under pressure;
- Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail and critical thinking.
Working hours:
The working hours are Monday to Thursday 9:00 – 18:00 with 1 hour break (8:30 – 17:00 with 30 minutes break can be discussed) and Friday 9:00 – 15:00 with 30 minutes break.
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Senior Accounting Officer with reference number 957.
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Disbursements Accountant
Our client is a well-established Ship Management Company in Limassol and they are looking for an Accountant for the Disbursements department to handle the issues for the vessels assign to, in line with her/his assigned duties and responsibilities.
Responsibilities:
- Assisting in Monitoring and controlling crew change costs.
- Checking/Approving Proforma DAs (PDAs)
- Assisting in Monitoring and controlling seafarers’ doctors visit during port calls
- Supporting Controlling Supervisor as necessary
- Any other tasks, which the Management may require to be carried out, and which is relevant to the duties of the position
Skills:
- Previous experience in the disbursement part of a marine management related company or equivalent educational background
- Capability to use Microsoft Office software
- General knowledge in Shipping practise
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing in the English language
Working hours:
- Monday – Friday from 9am – 6pm
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Disbursements Accountant with reference number 925.
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Junior Payroll Accountant
Our client is a well-established Ship Management Company in Limassol and they are looking for a Junior Payroll Accountant to handle crew wages matters for the vessels assign to, in line with his/her assigned duties and responsibilities. For recent graduated candidates without experience training will be provided.
Responsibilities:
- Checking and authorizing payment of Manning Agencies invoices in relation to Crew allotments, Manning fees, and any other seafarers related expenses
- Reviewing and authorisation of vessel payrolls
- Preparation of allotments and payment of balance of wages/sick wages
- Coding and approval of Manning Agent's disbursement accounts
- Maintaining payroll software program updated
- Updating companies Pay Scale/crew wages database
- Controlling salary related parts on contracts of employment
- Any other task which the Management may require to be carried out and which is relevant to the duties of the position
Skills:
- Knowledge of shipping (previous experience in a marine management related company or equivalent educational background)
- Good knowledge and experience in accounting
- Capability to use Microsoft Office software
- Good organisational and communication skills
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English language
Working hours:
- Monday – Friday from 9am – 6pm.
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Junior Payroll Accountant with reference number 924.
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ACA/ACCA Trainees
For our client, a well-established Audit & Accounting Firm, we are looking for ACA/ACCA Trainees to join their team in Nicosia.
The Company:
- The company is one of the most established professional service providers in Cyprus employing more than 45 professionals.
- You will have a unique opportunity to work in a professional yet friendly and supportive environment and be part of a team providing services to large and medium sized local and international clients in a wide range of business sectors.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- Assistance in audit and assurance services
- Assistance in accounting and payroll services
- Participation in advisory projects
- Assistance in direct taxation services
Eligibility & Requirements:
- University degree in any subject
- Expected or attained grade of 7,5 or 3,33 or 2:1
Skills:
- Ambition to succeed, motivation, commitment, initiative
- Professional discipline
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Organizational, time management and multitasking skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Team working skills with value added contribution
- Business minded
- IT skills/ MS Office
- Fluent in Greek and English language
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- + 13th Salary
- Provident fund (optional)
- Medical insurance (optional)
- 21 days annual holiday
- Travelling allowance
- Afternoon off every Friday throughout the year
- Casual Friday
- Flexible working hours
- Training opportunities (on-the-job and scheduled)
- Personal professional development
- Career progression
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of ACA/ACCA Trainees with reference number 872.
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Accountant
Our client is originally a Central European investment group, specialising in investments in private equity and real estate and established nearly 30 years ago. They have a portfolio of companies providing employment to over 25,000 people. They are now looking for an Accountant, who will be working full-time 8 hours a day/40 hours a week. They will be paying a salary of 2.200 EUR per month plus 1 extra salary per year. The specifications for the position are shown below. It should be a person with experience in general bookkeeping (not just sales postings or costs postings), and must have a been in an accounting position at least for 3 years.
Key responsibility areas:
- Double-entry bookkeeping, booking of invoices, bank statements, cash in hand, maintenance of accounting records, accounts reconciliation
- Month end reporting, completing of monthly packages
- Cooperation with chief accountant, liaising with finance team and ensure that all information required is provided in a timely manner
- Review of agreements and correct /accurate processing of relevant transactions
- Liaising with external auditors and internal departments as required
- Collation and preparation of reports for quarterly VAT preparation
- Quarterly reporting into consolidation software
Candidate specification:
- Degree in accounting or finance or similar, or a high school plus at least five years of experience in bookkeeping
- ACCA qualified or equivalent, basic IFRS knowledge is a must
- Advanced knowledge of MS Excel and Word
- Knowledge of SAP and Jedox is a great advantange. – will provide training on tailor made part of this system
- Communication in English language is a must
- 3-4 years of accounting experience or previous experiences from Big 4 or reputable local audit company
- Flexible and proactive approach, excellent numerical skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team and achieve required targets
- Accuracy and attention to detail is essential
Salary:
They will be paying a salary of 2.200 EUR per month plus 1 extra salary per year.
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Accountant with reference number 807.
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Accountant
Due to the expansion of their company our client, a small audit and accountancy firm which deals mainly with international clients, is looking to hire an Accountant.
Responsibilities:
- Bookkeeping and accounting of financial transactions using E-Soft software
- Preparation of payroll reports
- Assisting in preparation of VAT and VIES reports
Requirements:
- Partly qualified ACCA or university degree in Accounting, Finance or related subject
- Minimum one-year experience in the accounting department in a reputable corporate or audit firm
- Knowledge of financial services companies accounting treatment will be considered an advantage
- Knowledge of E-Soft accounting system is a must for experienced Accountants but not for junior Accountants
- Ability to manage multiple assignments
- Very good knowledge of English both verbal and written as well as very good knowledge of Microsoft office is a must.
- Knowledge of Russian will be considered an advantage
Working hours:
The working hours are flexible with Friday afternoon off
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Accountant with reference number 703.
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Accounting Manager
For a well-established and expanding audit and accounting firm Paphos we are looking for an Accounting Manager.
Responsibilities:
- Monitoring the daily performance of the accounting department
- Plan, assign and review staff’s work
- Supervising and training employees
- Prepare and review accounting department budget
- Reconcile and review General Ledger accounts
- Preparing Management Accounts
- Maintaining financial records
- Assisting in various submissions of the reports to the Authorities
- Dealing with VAT and VIES reports
- Oversee accounting department functions to assure efficiency and compliance
- Addressing complaints and resolving problems
- Maintains accounting controls by reviewing policies and procedures, complying with local financial legal requirements
- Spot errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency.
Requirements:
- 5+ years of relevant experience post qualification
- ACA or ACCA qualified
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
- Strong management and leadership skills
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices
- Excellent knowledge of MS Office
- Previous experience with relevant computer software (e.g. Intelisoft) will be considered as an advantage
Working hours:
The working hours are flexible from Monday to Friday
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Accounting Manager with reference number 700.
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Accountant
One of our clients in Limassol, a well-established IT Consultancy Company, is looking for an Accountant.
Responsibilities:
- Process accounts payable and receivable including enter and verify bills, invoices, purchase orders etc.
- Process payments, deposits, and post into the system.
- Reconciliation of debtors and creditors balances.
- Maintains up to date records for financial reporting analysis as required.
- Support the annual planning process and budget entry to the accounting system.
- Maintain office supplies.
- Maintain the office technology systems by being the chief relationship manager for tech support service providers.
- Take on other assignments as directed by Managing Director
Requirements:
- At least 5 years’ experience in Accounting
- Experience in office administration is considered to be an advantage
- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in office administration or in the accounting field
- Basic knowledge of accounting principles, understanding of VAT
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
- Knowledge and understanding of Premier Soft or similar applications
- Excellent business communication skills
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to effectively manage time, meet deadlines, and work under pressure
- Native Greek speaker, fluency in English. Knowing of Russian language will be considered as an advantage
Working hours:
- The working hours: 09:00 a.m. – 18:00 p.m. with one hour lunch break
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Accountant with reference number 571.
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