Assistant Finance Manager

Sandblu Resort is currently in search of:

Assistant Finance Manager

Crafting the Future of Luxury Hospitality in Santorini, we are the team behind one of Greece's most exciting and rapidly growing luxury hospitality group. Our expanding collection includes the award-winning Sandblu Resort, the first LXR Hotels & Resorts property by Hilton in Greece, Blu Syllogi, a carefully curated handpicked fashion collection, the iconic Blu Restaurant overlooking Santorini's breathtaking Caldera, Inspire Luxury Villas, and the upcoming luxury developments Heliotopos Luxury Caldera Suites & Restaurant, and a new beachfront destination.

At Sandblu, we are redefining ultra-luxury hospitality through excellence, innovation, and genuine Greek hospitality. As one of the few LXR Hotels & Resorts in Europe, we are proud to introduce a new benchmark of luxury to Greece while creating exceptional destinations where unforgettable guest experiences begin with outstanding people.

Discover more: Sandblu Restaurant Gallery, Nectar Restaurant Gallery and Blu Restaurant Gallery or find us on social media at Sandblu, Nectar Restaurant and Blu Restaurant.

Job responsibilities:

• Accounting & ReportingOversee the day-to-day bookkeeping in accordance with Greek Accounting Standards (ΕΛΠ, Law 4308/2014) and group reporting requirements, ensuring accurate and timely recording of all transactions.
• Review general ledger entries, sub-ledgers, and accruals; perform bank, supplier, customer, and intercompany reconciliations across group entities.
• Prepare month-end and year-end closing entries, including accruals, prepayments, provisions, depreciation, and inventory adjustments.
• Maintain the fixed asset register and calculate depreciation in line with Greek accounting and tax rules.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.
• Support the preparation of the annual financial statements and statutory publications (ΓΕΜΗ), coordinating with external auditors and accountants.
• Ensure the correct issuance, recording, and myDATA transmission of all revenue and expense documents, including income and expense classifications (χαρακτηρισμοί), and reconcile myDATA with the accounting books.

Greek Tax Compliance

• Prepare and submit periodic VAT returns (Φ2), supported by full VAT reconciliations to the general ledger.
• Prepare and submit recapitulative statements of intra-Community transactions (Ανακεφαλαιωτικός Πίνακας Ενδοκοινοτικών Συναλλαγών – VIES)
• Prepare and submit Intrastat declarations for intra-Community arrivals and dispatches of goods.
• Prepare and submit monthly withholding tax returns (Δήλωση Παρακράτησης Φόρου Εισοδήματος) for salaries, professional fees, rents, dividends, and other payments subject to withholding, as well as the related annual withholding statements and certificates.
• Prepare and submit the monthly Climate Crisis Resilience Fee declaration (Τέλος Ανθεκτικότητας στην Κλιματική Κρίση), stamp duty (χαρτόσημο) declarations, and lease declarations (Δηλώσεις Πληροφοριακών Στοιχείων Μίσθωσης), where applicable.
• Support the preparation of the annual corporate income tax return (Ν) and Ε3 form, as well as the transfer pricing summary information table (Συνοπτικός Πίνακας Πληροφοριών Ενδοομιλικών Συναλλαγών) for intragroup transactions.
• Maintain a tax compliance calendar and ensure all filings and payments are completed on time through myAADE / Taxisnet, avoiding penalties and surcharges.
• Obtain tax and social security clearance certificates (φορολογική / ασφαλιστική ενημερότητα) as required, and respond to requests from the tax authorities (ΑΑΔΕ) and during tax audits, in cooperation with external tax advisors.
• Monitor changes in Greek tax legislation and assess their impact on the company’s accounting and compliance procedures.

General

• Support payroll accounting by reviewing payroll postings, employer contributions (e-ΕΦΚΑ), and withholdings with external payroll providers.
• Assist in monitoring accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash flow.
• Support cost control, procurement, and inventory control procedures.
• Monitor the implementation of internal controls and identify opportunities to improve accounting and tax compliance procedures.
• Provide guidance and day-to-day support to the accounting team, ensuring consistency and accuracy across accounting activities.
• Prepare reconciliations, tax analyses, and ad hoc reports as requested by the Finance Manager or Finance Director.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding financial information, company performance, guests, employees, and business operations.

Απαραίτητα Προσόντα:

Job requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on accounting and tax experience, preferably within hotels, resorts, or luxury hospitality, or within an accounting or audit firm.
• Accountant–Tax Practitioner licence (Άδεια Λογιστή-Φοροτεχνικού, Α΄ τάξης or higher) is considered a strong advantage.
• In-depth knowledge of Greek Accounting Standards (ΕΛΠ) and Greek tax legislation, including the Income Tax Code (ΚΦΕ), VAT Code (Κώδικας ΦΠΑ), and Tax Procedure Code (ΚΦΔ).
• Proven experience preparing and submitting Greek tax returns and declarations through myAADE / Taxisnet, including Φ2, withholding tax returns, VIES, Intrastat, and myDATA.
• Previous experience in a supervisory or senior accounting position is considered an advantage.
• Experience with Greek ERP and accounting software (e.g., PYLON, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central) and hospitality systems (e.g., Opera PMS).
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience working with external auditors, tax advisors, payroll providers, and tax authorities is considered an advantage.
• Fluent Greek and English. Additional languages are considered an advantage.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and statutory deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• High level of accuracy, integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Παροχές:

• Τailored Compensation | Salary package customized to fairly reflect your profile and expertise.
• Laptop & Mobile | Company-issued equipment to support your role.
• Staff Residences while in Santorini | Accommodation with comfort amenities, ensuring a seamless home-away-from-home experience in Santorini.
• All-day Meal Plan while in Santorini | Balanced and freshly prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner), served in welcoming staff dining setting.
• Exclusive Staff Privileges | Access to special staff discounts across our network of partners and Friends & Family rates for your loved ones.
• Pathway to Growth & Development | Ongoing professional development in line with global hospitality standards and a clear trajectory for career advancement within a fast-growing, award-winning resort.
• Recognition & Rewards | Access to performance-based bonus schemes and recognition initiatives that celebrate talent, achievement, and contribution to the Sandblu vision, along with CSR and engagement activities that foster connection and purpose.

Our success is built on our people. Guided by our core values of kindness, integrity, teamwork, and authentic hospitality, we foster a supportive and inspiring work environment where every team member has the opportunity to learn, grow, and build a rewarding long-term career. We invest in our people by providing quality accommodation, three daily meals, inclusive work environment, continuous training and development, and exciting career opportunities across our expanding portfolio of luxury hospitality brands.

If you are passionate about delivering exceptional service and aspire to be part of an ambitious team shaping the next chapter of luxury hospitality in Santorini, we would love to hear from you.

RMKA PC and RSTQ PC are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.