Junior Accountant

Role Overview

**Overall **Job Purpose: **

The Junior Trainee Accountant (ACA Trainee) will play a key role in supporting the Finance function of one of Cyprus’s largest insurers and a leading Global Protection & Indemnity Club committed to being the shipping industry’s most trusted and valued P&I insurer. The role is designed for a high‑calibre graduate who is eager to develop strong technical accounting foundations while progressing toward the ICAEW ACA qualification.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate accounting records and process payments and expenses.
• Perform bank reconciliations.
• Complete month end activities and prepare management accounts.
• Prepare year‑end financial statements and coordinate with auditors.
• Assist with VAT returns and regulatory reporting to relevant authorities.
• Conduct due diligence checks for new payees.
• Prepare journal entries and supporting documentation.
• Support the CFO and Finance Team with group reporting and cross border initiatives.
• Carry out additional duties as required.

Person Specification:

• Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance with a minimum of:

o University of Cyprus: 7.2/10

o UK Universities: 2:1 classification (60–69%)

• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, with confidence in engaging with colleagues and clients.
• Basic proficiency in Excel and familiarity with the wider Microsoft Office environment.
• Solid understanding of core accounting principles, such as the accruals concept.
• Demonstrates curiosity, a proactive mindset, and a willingness to learn and develop.
• Excellent written and spoken English and Greek (required for effective communication within the role).

Benefits

Join Us at Steamship Mutual

• Become part of our collaborative, supportive, and friendly working environment, where you can enjoy a rewarding career with opportunities to enhance your existing skills and knowledge. We prioritise a healthy work-life balance and offer a competitive hybrid working policy.
• Our clear and transparent career pathways provide continuous support for skill enhancement and create opportunities for professional development. Additionally, we offer access to the Protection & Indemnity Qualification, created by the International Group of P&I Clubs.
• Our attractive benefits package includes private healthcare and a competitive wellbeing subsidy.