Accounting Officer

If you are looking for the next step in your career as an Accounting Officer, this may be your chance to join Pinewood American International School.

Pinewood American International School is a diverse, student-centered international school offering an American high school diploma through implementation of AERO standards, the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Rooted in American educational traditions and enriched by international perspectives, Pinewood is a diverse international community of students and educators from more than 50 countries, united by a shared commitment to creativity, empathy, and intellectual curiosity.

Overview of the Position

The Accounting Officer is responsible for journal entries in the accounting system, for tracking the collections, and for assisting the Accountant.

Scope of the Position

The Accounting Officer reports directly to the Head of accounting, PW. The Accounting Officer hours are 8:30 – 14:30 throughout the fiscal year.

Accounting Assistant responsibilities

• Responsible for coding, recording, and updating journal entries in the accounting system (credit cards, banks, etc..)

• Issue pro forma invoices for all families

• Collection and tracking of tuition fees and other payments. Send reminders to families about late payments and follow up with phone calls when needed

• Bank and credit card reconciliations

• Process orders

• Assist the accountant

• All other tasks assigned on an as need basis

Educational Background

Bachelor Degree in Accounting

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in Greek and English

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, Google Drive, general Computer proficiency

• Ability to work in a diverse multinational work environment

• Excellent organizational and time management skills

• Ability to multi-task and to work with detail, precision, speed and accuracy
• Flexible and adaptable, open to new ideas, takes on new responsibilities, handles pressure, and adjusts plans to meet changing needs
• A team player with a proactive can-do attitude who meets all team deadlines and responsibilities, helps team leader to meet goals

Experience

A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in an audit firm, multinational company or institution

Working experience in a school or education field will be considered an asset

Method of Application

We invite experienced, qualified candidates to send a cover letter and detailed resume in English until the 27th of February or until the position is filled.

Application Review & Selection Process

All applicants will receive notification regarding the outcome of their application, even if they are not selected to proceed to the next stage of the process.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by the Human Resources Office to schedule the 1st interview appointment. Candidates who progress further in the selection process should expect to participate in more than one interview and assessment appointment, as part of a structured and staged evaluation process.

Disclaimer

Pinewood – The American International School of Thessaloniki is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity in our workplace that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability or sexual orientation.