Our client is a Design & Technology Company in Limassol and they are looking for an exceptional and driven professional to lead its Accounting & Finance team. This role requires a hands-on leader who combines technical accounting expertise with a deep understanding of business operations across imports, exports, production, and research projects. The ideal candidate will not only manage day-to-day accounting but also design systems, implement controls, and provide critical financial insights that drive strategic decisions. This is not a routine 8-to-5 position. We are looking for an enthusiastic and persistent individual with initiative, attention to detail, and the ability to both lead and inspect work.
Responsibilities:
- Lead, mentor, and develop the Accounting & Finance team, ensuring clear task allocation, accountability, and professional growth
- Be hands-on in preparing, validating, and delivering monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) with a critical overview and actionable suggestions
- Design, implement, and monitor financial procedures, KPIs, and internal controls to ensure operational efficiency and compliance
- Oversee and actively participate in the implementation and optimization of the ERP system (Odoo), ensuring integration across accounting, sales, production, and logistics.
- Manage and improve processes related to imports, exports, and inventory costing
- Support the Finance team in handling research programs and grant-funded projects, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements
- Coordinate with external auditors, banks, and tax authorities to maintain compliance and strong financial governance.
- Provide the CEO and management with financial analyses and forward-looking insights that support business growth and risk management
- Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of all statutory and management reporting.
Requirements:
- Professional qualification: ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent.
- Minimum 7–10 years’ experience in accounting/finance, with at least 3 years in a managerial role
- Proven hands-on ability in preparing and reviewing management accounts, budgets, and forecasts. Experience with imports, exports, manufacturing operations, and inventory accounting
- Strong knowledge of ERP systems (Odoo experience highly desirable)
- Experience with R&D or EU-funded project reporting is an advantage
- Excellent knowledge of IFRS and Cypriot tax and statutory compliance
- Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills
- Highly organized, persistent, and detail-oriented, with the ability to both delegate and personally validate critical work
- Proactive mindset: able to take initiative, solve problems, and propose improvements
- Excellent English and Greek skills
Working hours:
- The working hours are 08:00-17:00 or 08:30-17:30 Monday to Thursday. On Friday 08:00-15:00 or 08:30-15:30 (onsite role)
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 & Finance (Qualified) with reference number 3819.
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