Assistant Chief Financial Officer

The Client

Our client is a leading Cypriot investment holding company listed on the Cyprus Stock Exchange, with a diversified portfolio spanning real estate, and other private equity investments.

Job Overview

We are looking to recruit an experienced Assistant Chief Finance Officer to undertake all aspects of financial management. The Assistant CFO will be responsible for corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget and forecasts preparation, development of internal control policies and procedures, and financial risk management.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Managing all accounting operations, including Billing, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting and Revenue Recognition.
• Coordinating and directing the preparation of the budget, financial forecasts, and reporting variances.
• Preparing and publishing timely monthly management accounts with relevant analyses.
• Coordinating the preparation of regulatory reporting.
• Supporting the month-end and year-end close process.
• Ensuring quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting.
• Managing Tax and VAT filings.
• Developing and documenting business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Developing internal control guidelines, policies and procedures for budget accounting, cash and credit management, administration and other activities.
• Ensuring compliance with local regulatory requirements and professional standards.
• Preparing and presenting financial reports and risk analysis reports.
• Liaising with external auditors, banks, vendors, and service providers.
• Reviewing of Monthly Payroll.
• Participating in Procurement activities.
• Preparation of ad-hoc reports.
• Prepare the company for the digital age and move into a paperless and Excel-less environment.
• Supporting the Board of Directors with all financial information and reports required.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field.
• Professional qualification preferably in CPA or in other relevant professional titles such as ACA, ACCA, CMA.
• 8+ years of direct experience in the field.
• Team player with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of Navision or other relevant ERP software programs will be considered an advantage.
• Familiarity with financial programs and software.
• Management experience and skills.
• Leadership skills, including motivation and organisation of Teams.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence organisational financial decisions.
• Advance communication skills.
• Technical skills in financial controlling.
• Time management.
• Excellent knowledge of the English language.

Location: 

The position is for the offices of the Company in Nicosia.

Remuneration:

An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate based on qualifications and experience.