FlexCar is growing rapidly and we are looking for a Senior Accounting & Finance Associate to join our premises in Athens.
Who We Are
FlexCar is more than a car leasing company. We redefine the way consumers own a car by offering flexible and accessible terms and an all inclusive premium service. Our aim is to elevate the car leasing field and pave the way for the future of mobility in Greece, Italy, Cyprus, Mexico and across the globe.
People at FlexCar
We are constantly looking for curious and ambitious minds that are eager to be part of an exciting journey and a very strong professional team, so if you are ready to kick off your career at one of the most promising European start-ups, join us!
Position Summary:
We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Senior Accounting & Finance Associate to join our Finance team and lead the Accounts Receivable (AR) function. The role will involve managing a team of approximately 4 members, ensuring accurate and timely reporting, compliance with accounting standards (including IFRS), and optimizing AR processes in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and has strong technical accounting and tax knowledge, combined with excellent leadership and communication skills.
Position Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Accounts Receivables team within the Accounting & Finance department.
- Oversee team activities including AR invoicing, month-end closing tasks, and the development and optimization of AR processes in the ERP system.
- Collaborate and communicate effectively with various departments such as Corporate Finance, FP&A, and Business Operations to address ad hoc issues, implement new procedures, and meet reporting requirements.
- Prepare VIES, Intrastat and other AR related tax filings.
- Oversee and manage MyData compliance.
- Perform accounting duties, including accounting and commercial reconciliations for large data files related to customers, revenue, and bank reconciliation files
- Handle month-end and year-end closing tasks and actively contribute to the annual financial audit as well as ad hoc tax audits.
- Identify and implement process improvements to optimize AR functions and reporting.
- Mentor and provide guidance to AR team members to develop their skills and efficiency.
Requirements
- University degree in Accounting, Business, Economics, or related field from a top-tier university in Greece or abroad.
- Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, preferably with exposure to AR and team management.
- Solid skills in accounting, tax, and due diligence, with strong knowledge of IFRS.
- Strong skills in data analysis, including combining and reconciling multiple Excel spreadsheets.
- Excellent planning, organizational, and time management skills with high attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently, maintain orderliness, and coordinate multiple tasks with diverse stakeholders.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, capable of thriving in a startup/fast-paced environment.
- Experience with ERP systems and process optimization.
- Ideally, an automotive enthusiast.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work in one of the fastest-growing scaleups
- Private Health Insurance
- Free coffee, snacks and beverages
- Car benefits
- Ongoing training and development
- Competitive salary
- Amazing working environment based on Respect, Fairness, and Transparency
All applications will be treated in utmost confidence and will only be seen by members of our recruitment team.