Senior Accountant
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Senior Accountant
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] combines unparalleled analytical expertise with the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly. We are a team of economists, social researchers, data scientists, developers and creatives working together on critical issues facing our society today. This is not just another accounting role. You will have the opportunity to be part of a dedicated corporate services team, helping us improve and advance our financial and operational infrastructure.
What you will do
You will be responsible for foundational accounting functions, ensuring core processes are accurate and systematic. Additionally, you will act as the line manager for our talented accounting team, providing leadership, guidance, and mentorship to ensure high performance. You will also lead efforts to enhance our approach to accounting, including advanced financial reporting and compliance. The role will offer additional variety and challenge. You will work across multiple jurisdictions, accounting standards, and legal systems in the UK, US, and Greece. You will go beyond traditional accounting to help us improve our resource planning, revolutionise our ERP systems, and lead on critical initiatives such as our approach to intellectual property management. You will do this whilst supporting our wider research, communication and technology teams to help deliver meaningful and important work for our clients.
Example Responsibilities:
- Responsible for all accounting related functions e.g. bookkeeping, payroll, annual reports
- Advanced financial reporting e.g. detailed analysis of company expenses, revenues, KPI's
- Resource planning and cost accounting
- Intellectual property and compliance management
- Research into global legal and tax matters, ahead of real-world implementation
- Other tasks as required to ensure the smooth running of the Finance Department
Requirements
Consider applying if you also have the following requirements:
- Accounting degree (TEI/AEI)
- Substantial experience in accounting and financial reporting
- MS Office Suite skills
- Working English level
- Good knowledge of international accounting standards
- Good knowledge of Greek employment law
Desirable skills:
- Experience using Pylon accounting software
- Experience using EPSILON NET business Payroll
Working arrangements
This is an on-site position. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a friendly and informal place, and our offices are designed for both work and play. We enjoy working from the office as we foster a strong culture within modern and fun spaces, allowing for casual catch ups, mentoring, brainstorming and teambuilding. Our offices can accommodate disabled access, and we are committed to providing all necessary support to colleagues that require it, but we are also happy to consider remote working arrangements for applicants with disabilities or health conditions that prevent them from working on-site. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and ensure that no one receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, gender, sexual orientation, disability or physical condition, marital status, race, or religion.
Application
Fill in the form with your details, including CV, cover letter, and supplementary material. Select your office location (London, Athens, Cardiff) and indicate your eligibility to work in the UK. If you experience any issues, contact us at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].