Head of Accounting

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Mission

The Head of Accounting is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the full spectrum of accounting operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, financial integrity, and strategic alignment with the company’s goals and ownership directives. Acting as a bridge between the operational accounting team and the Financial Manager, the Head of Accounting plays a pivotal role in financial reporting, tax compliance, legal obligations, and coordination with the owning company. This position is critical in supporting executive financial decision-making, risk management, and corporate governance.

What you will have to do:

• Provide strategic direction and oversight for all accounting activities including General Ledger, Accounts Payable/Receivable, Payroll, and Financial Reporting.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate the Accounting Supervisor and team to ensure operational efficiency, accuracy, and policy adherence.
• Ensure compliance with Greek accounting standards, tax legislation (VAT, corporate tax, withholding taxes, etc.), and legal frameworks affecting hotel operations.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, and legal advisors to manage audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews.
• Monitor evolving tax laws and accounting regulations, assess implications, and implement necessary adjustments in collaboration with the Financial Manager.
• Coordinate all financial reporting required by the owning company, including monthly P&L summaries, CAPEX monitoring, and investment reporting.
• Maintain a comprehensive internal control framework to mitigate financial risks and ensure data integrity.
• Oversee the preparation and timely submission of statutory financial statements, tax declarations, and compliance reports.
• Contribute to budget development, financial forecasting, variance analysis, and cash flow management.
• Represent the Finance Department in cross-functional meetings and liaise with ownership representatives on financial matters.
• Drive standardization and improvement of accounting systems, reporting tools, and internal processes.
• Ensure all accounting practices align with the broader objectives of the Financial Manager and Group Finance policies, where applicable.
  

Who we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics; Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CIMA) preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role; hospitality industry experience is a strong asset.
• Expert knowledge of Greek accounting and tax legislation; familiarity with EU accounting directives and hotel-specific compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to manage audits, liaise with tax authorities, and interpret financial law.
• Experience preparing reports for company boards, owners, or stakeholders.
• Proficient in financial software (Soft1, Epsilon Net, Opera PMS, Micros) and advanced Excel modeling.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills with a strategic mindset.
• High attention to detail, ethical standards, and ability to work under pressure.
  
  

What we offer:

• Competitive salary
• Career progression in an international environment
• Excellent working conditions in a diverse and inclusive workplace environment
• Ongoing training and development opportunities and certifications

At Meliá we are all VIP 🌟

Great professionals who make everyday life easier and exceptional. From the junior to the most senior, all of them have unique and important qualities that make working at Meliá an opportunity for constant growth and a passport to create your future wherever you want.  

Our warmth, proximity and passion for what we do make working at Meliá an unforgettable experience, full of emotional moments and always with the feeling that you belong to a big family where we have people like you, VIP People. 

At Meliá Hotels International, we are committed to equal opportunities between women and men in the workplace, with the commitment of management and the principles contained in Human Resources policies. We also prioritize disseminating throughout the entire staff a corporate culture committed to effective equality, and raising awareness about the need to act jointly and globally.

We promote our commitment to equality and diversity, avoiding any kind of dicrimination, especially related to reasons of disability, race, religion, gender, or age. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees are essential for our success as a global company.

Additionally, we support the sustainable growth of our industry through a socially responsible team. In this sense, our motto is "Towards a sustainable future, from a responsible present". Thanks to al our collaborators, we make it possible.

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