Assistant Accountant

About the role

As Assistant Accountant at PHĀEA, you are an essential part of our financial team. Your role involves supporting financial operations, ensuring accuracy, and complying with regulations. You handle various financial tasks, including reconciliation, transaction processing, and payment management. Additionally, you assist with tax compliance and administrative duties. In this role, you contribute to financial integrity within the organization, playing a pivotal part in our financial success. The role is based in our HQs in Chersonissos.

About PHĀEA

PHĀEA is a leader in the Greek hospitality industry, bringing an authentic approach to experiential travel and luxury – one that is inspiring yet effortless, elevated yet conscious, highly curated yet understated.

Born in Crete, PHĀEA comprises a collection of properties - Phāea Blue, a member of SLH, Phāea Cretan Malia, a member of Design Hotels, Village Heights Resort and Koutouloufari Village Holiday Club. These properties blend bold design, responsible living, and authentic experiences, immersing visitors in the genuine Greece. PHĀEA is expanding to introduce undiscovered Greek destinations into its portfolio. 

Together, we are on a journey of learning and evolution, where every day is an opportunity to develop new skills, to embrace new experiences, and to take another step forward towards our vision of an altogether kinder hospitality.

Culture Fit 

• Contribute to the curation of extraordinary, guest-centric, luxury and meaningful travel experiences that tell the story of a truer, more timeless Greece.
• Contribute to a culture of collaboration by crafting authentic relationships and encouraging the personal and professional growth.
• Engage with and support the values of PHĀEA – Consciousness – Innovation and Community - through your day-to-day work and your interaction with team members and guests.

Job Fit - Responsibilities

• Reconcile bank accounts.
• Conduct regular reconciliations and address discrepancies promptly.
• Support month-end and year-end financial closing activities.
• Assist in hiring processes, ensure contract compliance, and align financial aspects with HR.
• Process financial transactions.
• Oversee expense and card payments

Must-Have:

• Proven experience as an Assistant Accountant, preferably in hospitality industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field.
• Knowledge of invoicing procedures, tax regulations, social insurance legislation and labor laws.
• High level of integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Nice-to-Have:

• Familiarity with HRM software (Pylon) and accounting software (Softone).
• Familiarity with accounting principles and financial reporting.

What we offer

• Comprehensive hospitality and department-specific training
• Qualification-Linked Compensation Package
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Supportive and welcoming work atmosphere
• Transportation