Accountant

Who we are

Albourne is a global financial services group of companies with 600+ employees worldwide. Our objective is to advise our clients to be the best investors they can be. The company's primary areas of focus are fund research, portfolio, and risk advice, FinTech and implementation solutions. Albourne's office in Nicosia opened in 1998 and provides back office and IT services to the regulated companies of the Albourne group; it currently has over 320 dynamic employees and we are looking to have more to join our teams across various functions in 2025.

Role in Brief

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accountant with strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills to join our Finance Team. The accountant will be assisting the Senior Finance Manager with the day-to-day management of the finance function and ensuring the accuracy, completeness and timeliness of financial reporting and maintaining the appropriate systems of internal control.

Additionally, the accountant will be liaising with the external audit, tax and other financial advisors as appropriate in preparation of statutory financial statements, regulatory reporting and tax filings.

Insights to the Role

• Creation of client sales invoices, preparation and reconciliation of billing schedules.
• Performs month end close including bank reconciliations, journal postings, depreciation, function cost allocations, monthly variance report and trial balance review.
• Ensures accuracy of the accounting transactions in the accounting system and maintaining appropriate validation for all Balance Sheet items and their schedules.
• Carries out payroll reconciliations, preparation of payroll accruals and of the relevant monthly journals and ensure their payments.
• Prepares Financial projections and assist with Cashflow management.
• Provides support with year end audit planning, liaison and completion of the statutory audit.
• Prepares financial information for the CySEC Regulatory reporting and maintain up to date knowledge on regulatory obligations and submissions.
• Participates in supplier contract review and ISO audit as appropriate.
• Completes and submits various finance related documentation such as Central Bank Quarterly surveys, CyStat surveys etc.
• Supports the group finance team during leaves of absence and handle any group finance ad hoc requests.

Who You Are

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field, with a minimum of 3 years in a relevant role.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage large volumes of data accurately.
• Proficient in financial software and systems and advanced knowledge of excel.
• Analytical thinking to identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and enhance processes.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
• Time management and organizational skills to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities.
• Strong grasp of financial reporting standards, taxation, and compliance.
• Eligible to work in Cyprus
• Attend Company and Function events upon request.
• Travel upon request
• Comply with terms of Albourne's Compliance Manuals

What We Offer

• Support for professional qualifications (such as CFA and CAIA)
• Career growth and tools for ongoing learning and development
• Medical insurance for you and your dependents
• Provident fund
• Yearly bonus dependent upon performance and company growth
• Opportunity for international travel (i.e., short periods of secondment to other Albourne offices)
• 5 additional service recognition holidays in surplus to standard annual leave
• Albourne Training Days (minimum of 40 hours per year)
• Free office parking

What You'll Enjoy

• A supportive, diverse, and multi-cultural work environment.
• The freedom to work independently, solve problems, and creatively complete tasks within deadlines.
• Opportunities for career progression, both horizontally and vertically, once you've mastered your current role.
• An open-plan office with kitchen facilities and a communal entertainment area.
• Fun social activities to foster team bonding.
• Charity Day—an annual opportunity to work on a cause you're passionate about.
• Company-wide support for fitness, mental health, and wellness, with sessions available for employees to engage in these activities.

Albourne embraces diversity and equal opportunity for all its employees.

We are committed to building teams that represent a variety of cultural backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

Successful candidates would be required to comply with the terms of Albourne's compliance manuals and procedures.

We thank all applicants for their interest,

however only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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