The Junior Accountant manages daily accounting operations for a portfolio of local and international clients within the accounting department. Responsibilities include processing accounting entries, preparing bank and ledger reconciliations, handling payroll, and completing VAT and VIES returns. Qualifications include an LCCI Higher or Intermediate certificate or a CAT qualification, alongside a relevant bachelor's degree in accounting and finance.
Junior Accountant
Location: Paphos, Cyprus
Employment Type: Full-time
Work Arrangement: On-site
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Contract Type: Permanent
Annul Gross Salary: €17,000–€21,000
Job Description
Philippou Law Firm is seeking to recruit a Junior Accountant to join our growing Accounting Department in Paphos.The successful candidates will be responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting requirements of a portfolio of local and international clients, ensuring accuracy, regulatory compliance and the timely completion of all assigned work.
The Role:
- Manage a portfolio of clients
- Daily correspondence with the clients regarding collection of information
- Respond to client requests timely and effectively
- Prepare and process accounting entries in the accounting system on behalf of clients
- Document and file accounting transactions in an organized manner
- Prepare monthly bank reconciliations
- Prepare monthly debtor and creditor reconciliations
- Handling accruals and pre-payments on invoices issued and received
- Preparation of fixed asset register
- Preparing management accounts and cashflow statements
- End to end processing of company’s payroll
- Prepare and process VIES and VAT returns as required, and ensure payments are paid on time
- Ensure that all supporting documentation is properly prepared and archived
- Cooperate with the other department in completion of client needs in financial reporting and tax assignments
- Liaise with auditors and client during the audit process, and ensure all information is provided on a timely and accurate basis
- Provide timely and accurate estimates for provisional tax returns, and review all clients on a periodic basis for changes in their tax position
- Other relevant duties as assigned by team leaders and management
What we are looking for: - LCCI Higher or Intermediate Certificate in Accounting OR Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) qualification holder
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance
- Ability to meet work related deadlines
- Strong attention to detail
- Good personality with strong organizational skills and ability to work in a team
- Strong numerical skills
- Excellent computer literacy
- Excellent command of the Greek and English languages, both verbal and written
- Eager to constantly learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
What We Offer
- Annual gross salary of €17,000–€21,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Performance bonus twice per year
- 22 Annual Leave days increasing by years of service
- A professional, supportive, and collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Exposure to a diverse portfolio of local and international clients.
- Continuous training and support.
- Friendly working environment
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV tocareers@philippoulaw.com, quoting “Junior Accountant” in the subject line.All applications will be treated in strict confidence.
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