Accounts Assistant - Βοηθός Λογιστή

• Competitive Salary: From EUR 21.000 per annum
• Opportunity to achieve further accounting qualifications via company sponsorship
• Opportunity for career growth in a fast-paced and exciting industry

Applications in English please.

Maltby & Greek is a leading importer and distributor of the finest Greek food and wine to the UK and is looking for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their dynamic team working fully remotely in Greece.

We are looking for a diligent and capable Accounts Assistant with previous experience within the finance function of an SME, preferably in the Food, Retail or FMCG industry.

Founded in 2012, the company has seen consistent year-on-year growth and is now looking to expand further into the UK and overseas.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to progress their career within finance for an organisation with exciting growth plans.

We are on a mission to bring the finest Greek food and wine to the UK.

Our success is built on five core values:

• Producers – the foundation of everything we do
• Excellence – In our products and services
• Respect – Fair treatment of producers, customers and the team
• Creativity – Encourage new ideas and fun
• Sustainability – Taking responsible for our impact on the planet

Fantastic company benefits include:

• Competitive Salary: From EUR 21.000 per annum
• Opportunity to achieve further accounting qualifications via company sponsorship
• Opportunity for career growth in a fast-paced and exciting industry

About the role:

The Accounts Assistant will play a key role in the day-to-day financial operations of the company. Acting as a first point of contact, the successful candidate will ensure accurate, timely, and professional communication with suppliers, customers and colleagues. Performing core accounting tasks and supporting the financial operations of the group in our London and Greece offices.

Key responsibilities:

• Maintain and update sales and purchase ledgers
• Process invoices, payments and credit card transactions
• Prepare payment lists and assist with payment runs
• Reconcile bank statements, credit cards, direct debit collections and cash
• Reconciliations of supplier statements
• Assist with month-end reporting and journal entries
• Support VAT return preparation and submission
• Managing the accounts inbox and liaising with suppliers and customers to resolve queries
• Co-ordinate with the procurement team in Greece to ensure Producers invoices and payments are managed in a timely and accurate manner
• Provide general administrative support to the finance department
• Credit control, chasing aged debt via phone & email ensuring strict credit terms and limits are applied to customers
• Ensure compliance with internal financial procedures

The successful candidate will have at least 3 years’ experience in a similar role within a SME in the UK/Greece, preferably in the Food & Beverage or FMCG industry with a background in Accounting or a related field (or equivalent experience).

You will be highly proficient in the use of Excel and competent in other Office applications

You will be self-motivated, energetic, and well organised. 

Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a must.

Experience of any of the following will be useful, but not essential:

• Quickbooks, Dear
• Stripe, Magento, Expend
• Food, Drinks, or FMCG sector
• Working in/with Greece
• Multicurrency

Location and Hours

• Remotely from Greece
• Monday – Friday, full time, permanent position

If you're ready to contribute to an exciting business and share their passion for Greek cuisine, apply now in English!