Job Description
We are currently looking for a Finance Analyst to join our fantastic team!
*** Hybrid Mode (Permanent residency in Athens is a prerequisite for this position)
About the Role:
We are looking for a dynamic Finance Analyst who will support business decision-making through financial analysis, reporting, and insights. The role focuses on ownership of P&L analysis, preparation of clear and insightful financial commentary, support of accruals and close processes, and ensuring accurate and timely financial and non-financial reporting.
The Finance Analyst acts as the key link between business performance and financial data, working closely with the Shared Service Center (SSC) and Country Chief Accountant to ensure consistency between operational reality and financial results.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze monthly P&L results, including variances versus budget, forecast, prior periods, and key business drivers
- Prepare clear, accurate, and business-relevant commentary on financial performance
- Identify trends, risks, unusual movements, and emerging issues proactively, not only when requested
- Perform root cause analysis on key variances and propose explanations and follow-up actions
- Prepare, review or calculate accruals and provisions based on business input
- Work closely with SSC to ensure accruals and adjustments are captured accurately and on time
- Act as a key support to the Country Finance Manager on day-to-day financial topics
- Work with local stakeholders to understand operational drivers behind financial performance
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and ad hoc financial analysis
- Provide active support to commercial finance analysis, including direct interaction with the country management team on forecast, trend, and performance topics
- Support preparation and submission of statistical, regulatory, and environmental reports
- Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation, explanations, and reconciliations
- Ensure compliance with internal control requirements and support control execution and monitoring
- Identify control gaps or inconsistencies and escalate where needed
We are looking for a professional who possesses:
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
- Minimum 4-5 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, or controlling
- Experience in financial analysis, reporting, or audit is preferred
- Experience in working in an international or multi-entity environment is an advantage
- Retail experience is a strong asset, particularly experience with store-level performance analysis and retail finance processes
Technical Competencies
- Strong understanding of financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)
- Strong experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
- Good understanding of accounting principles
- Experience working with ERP systems and reporting tools
- Advanced Excel skills are required, including the ability to build and maintain reporting models independently
- Practical knowledge of Power Pivot and Power BI is required or strongly preferred
- Strong data analysis capability, with the ability to turn data into clear business insight
Leadership Competencies
- Ability to take ownership of assigned tasks and deliver high-quality outputs
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
Communication & Behavioural Competencies
- Strong communication skills and ability to work with different stakeholders across finance and the business
- Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail
- Professional working proficiency in English (minimum B2 level), both written and spoken
We offer:
- A dynamic and collaborative work environment that supports professional growth
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Opportunities for continuous learning and career development
- Exposure to strategic projects and cross-functional collaboration
- A culture that values inclusion, innovation, and performance
Join us!
