Our client, a Management Services Company in Larnaca, is looking for an experienced Head of Accounting who will be the professional and disciplinary leadership of the accounting team and bear overall responsibility for the quality, timely delivery and compliance of all accounting and tax processes.
In this role you will be managing a team of 8 people. Recent experience in an accounting firm, VAT and payroll experience are required. Hybrid working is possible.
Responsibilities:
- Professional and personnel leadership of the accounting team (planning, management, development and motivation of staff)
- Ensuring proper and timely bookkeeping for numerous client companies in accordance with Cypriot law and IFRS/GAAP standards
- Supervision and approval of VAT returns, VIES, OSS filings and other statutory tax and legal submissions
- Preparation and review of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements
- Coordination and liaison with external auditors, tax authorities and internal departments Continuous improvement and optimisation of accounting processes, internal control systems and software solutions
- Quality control and ensuring compliance with Cypriot and EU regulations Advising internal and external stakeholders on accounting and tax matters Contributing to the strategic development of the firm’s accounting services
Requirements:
- University degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or equivalent Professional qualification such as ACCA, ACA, CPA, Chartered Accountant or equivalent (or advanced stage of qualification)
- Minimum 7–10 years of relevant professional experience in accounting, of which at least 3–5 years in a leadership or team management role
- Recent experience in an accounting firm, VAT and payroll experience are required
- Excellent and up-to-date knowledge of Cypriot tax and company law, in particular VAT, VIES, OSS, corporate tax and Annual Returns
- Practical experience in serving international clients and Private Limited Companies
- Confident use of common accounting software (e.g. E-Soft, Odoo or similar) and advanced Excel skills
- Proven leadership and team management skills
- Strong analytical abilities, attention to detail and sense of responsibility
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills (internal and external)
- Solution-oriented, proactive and structured working style Resilience and the ability to prioritise clearly under time pressure High integrity and absolute discretion
- Fluent English and Greek language skills
Working Hours:
- The working hours are Monday to Friday, 08.00 – 16.00 OR 09.00 – 17.00 OR 10.00 – 18.00 (so flexible).
- Hybrid working is possible.
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 (hybrid) with reference number 4410.
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