# Junior Trainee Accountant

**Company:** [Steamship Insurance Management Services Ltd](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/8SxzB5xJV1s62QVC4mxC6P.md)
**Location:** Limassol, Cyprus
**Workplace:** hybrid
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Finance

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## Description

**About the company**

Steamship Mutual is a P&I insurance company, with 250 employees worldwide. The Steamship Cyprus office is located at the Vashiotis Ikos Centre in Limassol.

 **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:**

-   A bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance is preferred; however, candidates with other relevant degrees will also be considered.

-   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.

**Company Values**

**Mutuality** ensuring fairness amongst Club Members

**Integrity** upholding high ethical, legal, and regulatory standards

**Safety and Sustainability** contributing to safety of life at sea and the preservation of the environment

**Transparency** building strong relationships based on trust and open communication

**Excellence** enabling our people to realise their full potential as team members, industry experts, leaders, and managers

**Collaborative** embracing flexibility, diversity, and inclusivity

\*\*Steamship Insurance Management Services Ltd is committed to providing a great service to all our members. We pride ourselves on offering a people-centred culture that provides mutual respect and support for all our staff and we welcome and encourage you to apply\*\*