An Accountant manages financial records, prepares reports, and ensures compliance with tax regulations to support business decision-making. They play a vital role in maintaining accurate books, analyzing financial data, and facilitating budgeting processes. Opportunities for accountants abound in various industries, especially within the finance sector, offering career growth in Greece's dynamic market.
Essential skills needed for Accountant positions
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook for office productivity.
The process of ensuring that two sets of financial records are accurate and correspond to each other.
The ability to thoroughly and accurately complete tasks by noticing and correcting errors or inconsistencies.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel spreadsheet software for data analysis and reporting.
Understanding the fundamental principles and practices of accounting to record and analyze financial transactions.
Knowledge of the rules and standards governing financial accounting and reporting.
Nice-to-have skills and soft skills that can help you stand out
An advanced academic degree awarded after completing graduate-level coursework in a specific field.
Experience using Soft1 software suite for enterprise resource planning and business management.
Ability to convey information clearly and effectively in verbal and written form.
Ability to efficiently plan, prioritize, and manage tasks and resources to achieve objectives.
Recommended education and qualifications for Accountant positions
Accounting
Study of financial record keeping, reporting, and auditing principles.
Finance
Study of managing money, investments, and financial systems.
Economics
Study of production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services and the analysis of economic systems.
Economics and Accounting
Study of economic theories, financial systems, and accounting practices for business management.
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