# Assistant Accountant

> Optimal HR · Athens, Greece · — · Posted 2026-11-02

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** KORA

## Description

**Optimal**, on behalf of its client, a fast-growing artisan bakery and pastry group with its own central production facility and retail network, is seeking an **Assistant Accountant** based in **Athens**.

**Scope of Role**

The Assistant Accountant supports the day-to-day accounting operations of the Group, with a primary focus on **recording and monitoring raw-material purchases and warehouse-related transactions**. The role involves the accurate processing of supplier invoices and supporting documents, as well as the accounting monitoring of warehouse activities, ensuring the completeness and accuracy of relevant records.

**Key Responsibilities**

-   Record and verify supplier invoices and supporting documents, with a particular focus on raw-material purchases.
-   Monitor and record warehouse-related transactions, ensuring the accurate and timely entry of relevant accounting documents.
-   Ensure the proper recording and documentation of purchases and inventory movements in the accounting system.
-   Review relevant entries and supporting documents, identifying discrepancies and following up on any required corrections.
-   Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records in accordance with the applicable accounting procedures.
-   Collaborate with colleagues in the Finance, Purchasing and Warehouse teams to ensure the smooth flow and accuracy of accounting information.
-   Provide support with day-to-day accounting activities and other related tasks, as required.

**Requirements**

-   Degree in Accounting.
-   Approximately 5 years of experience in an accounting position, within the food manufacturing or retail sector.
-   Hands-on experience in recording supplier invoices and purchase documents, ideally involving raw materials.
-   Familiarity with warehouse-related accounting procedures and inventory movements.
-   Good knowledge of the Greek accounting framework and experience with double-entry bookkeeping (Category C books).
-   Good command of Excel.
-   Familiarity with ERP and accounting software, preferably Pylon (EpsilonNet).
-   Strong attention to detail, accuracy and organizational skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues across different departments.

**What the company offers**

-   A competitive compensation and benefits package.
-   The opportunity to join the Finance & Accounting team of a fast-growing artisan bakery and pastry group.
-   Long-term career and personal growth prospects within a modern and evolving organization.

**About Optimal**

Since 2005, Optimal has provided unparalleled, bespoke HR services to large organizations and SMEs operating in the EMEA region. We pride ourselves on delivering a 360° business support platform to our clients through 6 service divisions:

-   Talent Acquisition
-   HR Strategy & Talent Development
-   Learning & Development
-   Workforce Management
-   Recruiting
-   Outplacement

## Apply

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