Senior Accountant

We wish to appoint a Senior Accountant, in our Outsourcing Service Line, in Athens.

The role offers the opportunity to work with clients in various sectors.

For the right candidate, the position offers excellent advancement opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Work in the areas of accounting, understanding the accounting work and logic behind figures
• Be part of a team of expert advisors who build bespoke solutions according to clients' needs, from simply preparing annual statutory accounts to a more comprehensive management reporting solution
• Perform a wide variety of tasks to support the financial analysis process, including compiling data from various data sources using a broad range of tools (MS Excel, Power BI) and building advanced reports
• Transform your role as controller by translating business needs into business and functional requirements for technology solutions implementation
• Ensure that month/year-end processes have been successfully completed
• Collaborate in a team-oriented environment, develop innovative approaches to solve technical challenges
• Report in a timely and accurate manner to client queries
• Keep managers informed of any issues arising
• Liaise with other departments for specialist advice
• Build relationships with clients
• Supervise and train junior staff
• Raise the profile of the firm by ensuring clients are fully satisfied by the service and support they receive

Requirements

• BSc in Accounting, Economics or Business Administration (MSc will be considered as a plus)
• Five (5) years of professional experience in a relevant role, ideally in a professional service firm
• CIMA, ACCA or ACA qualifications (completed or in progress) will be considered as a plus
• Working knowledge of Power Query and Power BI will be considered as a plus
• Excellent knowledge of fundamental accounting principles, finance, tax, investment principles and good knowledge of IFRS
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word
• Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
• Willingness for continuous learning and development.
• Ability to express ideas verbally and in writing, in a clear, concise, and professional manner (both in English & in Greek).
• Critical thinking and troubleshooting skills
• Positive, confident attitude and communication with people at all organizational levels of the firm and/or client
• Committed to providing excellent quality work and building client relationships with a focus on details

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package
• Private insurance
• Flexible working scheme
• Continuous training and career development opportunities

About Forvis Mazars

Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network. The network operates under a single brand worldwide, with just two members: Forvis Mazars LLP in the United States and Forvis Mazars Group SC, an internationally integrated partnership operating in over 100 countries and territories. Both member firms share a commitment to providing an unmatched client experience, delivering audit & assurance, tax and advisory services around the world. Together, our strategic vision strives to move our clients, people, industry and communities forward.

All applications will be treated with confidentiality and only short-listed candidates will be contacted.