On behalf of our client, a key player in the courier, shipping, and logistic industry with more than 30 years of experience, we are seeking to recruit a professional individual for the position of the Accounting Operations Manager, to be based in Nicosia.

• Ensures accurate and timely preparation of financial statements, management accounts and other financial reports and provide suggestions for corrective action where needed.
• Prepares budgets and forecasts and related variance analysis reports.
• Ensures timely tax payments and tax returns preparation in compliance with the local legislation.
• Assists in the costing of products when needed.
• Reviews, establishes, implements, and maintains effective accounting procedures as well as internal controls.
• Ensures compliance with the Company’s policies and procedures, professional standards and applicable laws and regulations.
• Facilitates the implementation for cost efficient practices and provide direction so as to drive the Company’s financial productivity.
• Supervises the day-to-day operations of the accounting department and accounting team and provide guidance and support to ensure maximum performance.
• Reviews invoices issued to clients, suppliers, and associates to ensure accuracy.
• Monitors the reconciliation of creditors and debtors and related bank statements.
• Processes and monitor all accounts payable and accounts receivable and take appropriate action.
• Liaises with various departments as needed, discussing various company plans and activities. 
• Manages relationships with third parties (External advisors, local authorities, banks etc.).

• Attention to detail.
• Follow up skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Multitasking skills.
• People skills (team player).
• Management skills (ability to provide direction to his/her team)
• Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines.
• Communication skills (both verbal and written).

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or any other related field.
• Professional qualification ACA / ACCA / CPA will be considered as an advantage.
• At least 3 to 5 years of related experience, preferably in the Shipping / Logistics sectors.
• Advanced knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Cyprus tax principles.
• Excellent command of the Greek and English languages, both verbal and written.
• Excellent computer literacy, including exposure with computerized accounting software.