Accountant

Every day, Global Payments makes it possible for millions of people to move money between buyers and sellers using our payments solutions for credit, debit, prepaid and merchant services.  Our worldwide team helps over 3 million companies, more than 1,300 financial institutions and over 600 million cardholders grow with confidence and achieve amazing results.  We are driven by our passion for success and we are proud to deliver best-in-class payment technology and software solutions.  Join our dynamic team and make your mark on the payments technology landscape of tomorrow. 

Every day, Global Payments makes it possible for millions of people to move money between buyers and sellers using our payments solutions for credit, debit, prepaid and merchant services.  Our worldwide team helps over 3 million companies, more than 1,300 financial institutions and over 600 million cardholders grow with confidence and achieve amazing results.  We are proud to deliver best-in-class payment technology and software solutions.

Global Payments is dedicated to providing the most reliable and technologically innovative solutions for any business seeking to develop a comprehensive package of services for accepting transactions with debit, credit, or prepaid cards. In Greece, we conduct business through our company EDPS. EDPS provides customers with innovative electronic payment technologies and support services. Reliability, speed, and service make us the top choice for retailers in the Greek Market.

For EDPS, we are currently seeking a competent and experienced Accountant. If you are interested in joining our team of payment experts, apply today!

About the Role

• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of transactions in the general ledger, in accordance with generally accepted accounting procedures, under Greek GAAP and IFRS and ideally  USGAAP, internal accounting policies, and local legislation

• Prepare tax returns, analyze tax regulations, monitor industry trends, and complete tax reports

• Communicate with tax authorities

• Offer support and guidance during audits

• Use accounting procedures to identify any potential risks for fraud

• Show commitment to the adoption of right first time and continuous improvement practices to improve the function

• Build strong business interaction and communications with internal customers

• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

• Other job duties and responsibilities as assigned

• Perform daily and monthly reporting related tasks

• Participate in the preparation of the financial statements

• Perform diverse and non-routine accounting functions of a complex nature

• Actively seeks opportunities to enhance performance and quality of department and general processes, makes recommendations and implements as directed

About you

• University Degree in Accounting, Finance  or related field. A Master’s degree in Finance/Accounting is desirable

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role. Experience within the Fintech/payments industry would be beneficial

• In-depth knowledge of tax laws and statutory regulations

• Excellent command of the Greek/ English language (both written and verbally)

• Tech Savvy, proficient in MS Office. Knowledge of SAP / Oracle is desired

• Advanced level of proficiency of Greek GAAP and IFRS.

• CIMA/ACCA/IFRS/ACA Certification would be a plus

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to quickly adjust to shifting priorities, multiple demands and change

• Strong problem-solving and skills and hands on approach

• Highly organized, with a strong sense of urgency and the ability to multi task

• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical skills

• Ability to stick to time constraints

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