Financial Reporting and Compliance Manager

On behalf of our client, a well-established company in the shipping industry, with over 40 years of history, we are looking for a Financial Reporting & Compliance Manager.

Reporting to the Group CFO, you will lead group financial reporting, statutory and regulatory compliance, accounting governance and oversight of financial reporting across the local Cyprus and overseas management companies' operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting for the management company and its entities.
• Review offices management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, P&L analysis and cash flow reporting.
• Ensure timely and accurate actual vs. budget/forecast reporting and variance analysis.
• Provide accounting and reporting guidance to overseas offices and local finance teams/outsourced service providers.
• Establish and maintain consistent Group accounting policies, procedures and reporting requirements.
• Own and maintain the Management Company's accounts, regulatory and statutory reporting calendar, ensuring that all submissions and reporting obligations are identified, assigned and completed within applicable deadlines.
• Coordinate recurring reporting to senior management and the Board of Directors.
• Coordinate the periodic review of Management Company policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, ACA, CPA or equivalent) and a degree in Accounting, Finance, Shipping or a related field
• At least 8 years' experience in financial reporting, including a senior or managerial role
• Shipping industry experience, either directly or through an audit firm, preferably a Big Four firm. Candidates with direct or indirect shipping experience in financial reporting will be prioritised in the process
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and group or consolidated financial reporting
• Experience in statutory and regulatory reporting and compliance
• Experience overseeing finance teams or service providers across several jurisdictions
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to present financial information to senior management and the Board
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP or accounting systems
• Fluency in English and Greek
• No need for work permit as the company does not provide working visas

What's on offer

• Salary up to €100,000 gross per year
• Annual bonus
• Provident fund
• Medical insurance for you and your family
• Other incentives added every year
• Flexible working mode /hybrid after probation