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Senior Accountant

Company: INTERAMERICAN HELLENIC LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY S.A.

Job Location: Athens, Central Athens, Greece

Job Type: FULL_TIME - (ON_SITE)

Date Posted: April 29, 2025

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Interamerican, member of Achmea Group (a Dutch insurance company) offers excellent career opportunities providing a challenging, fast growing and agile working environment, where you be able to familiarize yourselves with new ways of working. We are currently seeking to employ a talented and highly motivated “Senior Accountant” to join our Accounting & Tax team.

The main purpose of the role is to undertake all aspects of accounting, consolidation and taxation, including corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting under IFRS, corporate taxes calculation and submission, as well as development of internal control policies and procedures.


Your Key Responsibilities will be to:

  • Manage SAP ERP system (FI, CO, RE-FX, MM) and SAP BPC reporting by following legislative rules and internal procedures. Ensure systems support consolidation and IFRS compliance effectively.
  • Monitor and perform reconciliations under IFRS, including support for group consolidation processes. Provide expertise and consultation to ensure proper application of IFRS across reporting and planning.
  • Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information. Oversee the integrity of consolidated financial statements and reports.
  • Manage and perform calculations and submissions of tax documentation, including participation in audits and transfer pricing reviews.
  • Assist in the monthly and annual financial reporting and consolidated financial statements submission in accordance with IFRS and shareholder instructions.
  • Participate in internal and external audits and lead budget activities including planning for non-insurance entities.
  • Generate reports and perform data analysis using Power BI and advanced Excel functionalities to support decision-making.
  • Strengthen internal controls and recommend accounting policies and processes for better governance and compliance.
  • Contribute to projects by offering subject-matter expertise in IFRS, consolidation, and tax/accounting-related matters.
  • Promote digital transformation and automation across accounting and reporting workflows.
  • Stay updated with IFRS and tax regulations, providing training and knowledge sharing within the team.

Knowledge:

  • BSc in Finance and Accounting
  • Master’s degree is preferable
  • First-grade professional license from the Chamber of Commerce.
  • ACCA Diploma in IFRS is highly desirable.
  • Demonstrated experience in IFRS application, including preparation of consolidated financial statements.
  • Hands-on expertise with SAP R/3 (FI, CO, RE-FX, MM) and SAP BPC.
  • Advanced proficiency in Power BI, Excel, and other analytics tools.
  • Strong track record in financial reporting, closing processes, and tax compliance.
  • Excellent communication skills and fluency in English.
  • 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, ideally in the insurance or financial services sector.

Competencies:

  • Customer Focus: strives to understand and meet internal customer needs, providing excellent service and support.
  • Collaboration: works effectively with others, promoting teamwork and mutual support to achieve common goals.
  • Self-Development: continuously seeks to improve his/her skills and learn new things to stay competitive and informed.
  • Ensures Accountability: takes responsibility for his/her actions and ensures obligations are met consistently and accurately.
  • Financial Acumen: manages financial resources wisely and understands the financial implications of decisions.
  • Plans and Aligns: prioritizes tasks and resources effectively

What We Offer:

  • Competitive compensation, according to qualifications
  • Group Medical & Pension Insurance Plan
  • Professional development plan & specialization in a high-demand market
  • Daily exposure on top-notch practices and methodologies
  • Values based, fun and fast-paced environment
  • Hybrid working model, with the flexibility to customize remote working according to the needs of each team

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