Deputy CFO / Finance Manager

Human Factor is seeking a Deputy CFO / Finance Manager for a leading company in the retail and food ingredients industry, offering a clear and structured succession path to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) position. About the Role The successful candidate will join the company as Deputy CFO / Finance Manager, working closely with the current CFO and taking responsibility for the day-to-day management and oversight of the Finance and Administration functions. This is a strategic succession role. The successful candidate will work alongside with current CFO for approximately one year, allowing for a structured transfer of knowledge, responsibilities, business understanding, and key internal and external relationships. The role combines hands-on financial management with leadership responsibility across accounting, tax compliance, payroll, treasury, reporting, and financial controls. The successful candidate will also work closely with the company's international Group, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting within strict deadlines. Key Responsibilities Oversee and lead the Finance and Administration function, managing a team of approximately 9 employees across Accounting, Payroll, and Administration Ensure the accuracy and integrity of accounting records and financial statements Ensure full compliance with Greek tax and employment legislation, including VAT and myDATA requirements Oversee the preparation of financial statements in accordance with International Accounting Standards Coordinate with external auditors and support statutory, internal, and external audits Supervise the payroll process for approximately 80 employees, ensuring accuracy, timely payment, and compliance Support HR-related activities, including recruitment, employment contracts, leave management, and employee evaluations, in collaboration with Management Manage treasury activities, cash flow, banking relationships, and financial approvals within the company's established framework Monitor budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections and provide financial reporting and insights to Management Prepare regular and time-critical financial reporting for the international Group Present financial results, forecasts, and business outlook to senior Management Contribute to business planning, investment projects, and key financial decisions Oversee the financial aspects of the company's cooperation with external business partners Provide oversight of the company's IT and financial systems in cooperation with external technology partners Support the effective use and further development of ERP, Payroll, and Business Intelligence tools Drive continuous improvement of financial processes, systems, controls, and reporting Ensure adherence to internal policies, procedures, and control frameworks Build strong working relationships with auditors, tax and legal advisors, banks, technology providers, and other external stakeholders Work closely with the current CFO throughout the transition period, progressively assuming additional responsibilities Successfully transition into the CFO position following the planned approximately one-year succession period Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field Professional accounting qualification and/or advanced academic qualification will be considered an advantage Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance positions of increasing responsibility Strong experience in accounting and financial management, ideally within a commercial or retail environment Proven experience managing and developing finance teams Excellent knowledge of Greek tax and employment legislation and International Accounting Standards Strong understanding of treasury, cash flow management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting Experience with reporting to an international Group or multinational organization will be considered a strong advantage Very good knowledge of ERP systems and advanced MS Excel skills Familiarity with Softone Payroll, myDATA, and Business Intelligence tools will be considered an advantage Excellent command of the English language Professional experience in a family-owned, entrepreneurial, or flexible organizational environment will be considered a plus Strong understanding of financial controls, audit processes, and compliance requirements Hands-on approach with the ability to combine strategic thinking with operational involvement Key Competencies Strong leadership and people management skills Hands-on, pragmatic, and solution-oriented mindset Strategic thinking and clear ambition to progress into a CFO role Ability to operate effectively in an international and multicultural environment Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities Ability to work under pressure and consistently meet strict reporting deadlines Integrity, discretion, reliability, and sound professional judgment Ability to build trust and transfer knowledge across teams Collaborative leadership style with a focus on developing people and finding practical solutions What Company Offers Competitive annual gross salary of €70,000–€80,000, depending on qualifications and experience Private medical insurance, Tickets, Company mobile phone A clear and structured succession plan to the CFO position Following the successful transition to the CFO role: company car and salary upgrade The opportunity to join a well-established organization with a strong international Group presence and take on a key leadership position A hands-on, collaborative, and non-bureaucratic working environment A long-term career opportunity with significant responsibility and direct impact on the company's financial management and future growth