Senior Accountant

Location:

GR

Date: 3 Jan 2025

Application closing date:

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of over 100 premium private schools spanning six continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 80,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13. In addition, we are delighted to be recognised in the top 10 highest value private companies in the UK by Beauhurst.

In over 24 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 12,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

ROLE SUMMARY:

Inspired is a rapidly growing global education group with 2 schools in Greece (Moraitis School and CGS School). Committed to academic excellence, we are shaping the future of education on a global scale.

We are looking for a Senior Accountant to support our operations in Greece and other entities. This role focuses on ensuring accurate financial processes, compliance with regulations, and contributing to strategic decision-making through detailed financial analysis and reporting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Monthly Closing: Ensure timely and accurate monthly financial closings and review of financial statements.
General Accounting: Manage accounting tasks, including accruals and detailed financial analysis.
Salaries and Staff Costs: Oversee salary allocations, staff cost accounting, and HR tax reporting compliance.
Accounts Payable: Ensure accurate and timely registration of AP invoices with proper documentation.
Capex Accounting: Maintain Capex records and control processes to monitor budgets and allocations.
Fiscal and Tax Reporting: Prepare and submit corporate fiscal and tax reports, ensuring full compliance.
Year-End Processes: Coordinate year-end accounts, manage audits, and ensure smooth financial reporting.
Chart of Accounts Maintenance: Maintain and update the chart of accounts, ensuring proper mapping for International Entities (IE).
Accounting Policies: Develop and implement policies in line with IFRS and local GAAP requirements.
Balance Sheet Reconciliation: Perform and review reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Group Queries Support: Address queries from Group Finance and other stakeholders effectively.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

Proven experience in accounting, with expertise in fiscal reporting, Capex, and year-end processes.
Strong knowledge of IFRS and local GAAP.
Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to manage tight deadlines and multitask effectively.
Prior experience in a multinational company or audit firm, 6-8 years.
Prior experience in JDE financial system is a plus
Prior experience in tax reporting and staff cost accounting.
Familiarity with maintaining and updating complex charts of accounts.
Experience in supporting group finance functions and managing audits.

Visit our careers site for more information; https://jobs.inspirededu.com

#LINK