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Georgios Nikolaos Perdikaris

Inverness, United Kingdom

Summary

Accounting professional with a BSc in Accounting and Finance (ACCA accredited) and an MSc in Risk Management from Glasgow Caledonian University. Experienced in financial accounting, reporting, tax, and regulatory compliance across practice and industry settings. Strong analytical skills with a focus on accuracy, problem-solving, and supporting reliable financial reporting and decision-making.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Management Accounting Assistant

NHS Highland, Clinical Support Directorate
Inverness, UK
01.2026 - Current
  • Maintain and update budgets, including in-year changes, ensuring reconciliation to financial plans, and support month-end processes through the preparation of draft forecasts and reports using financial management systems such as BOXI, e-Financials, and e-Analyser.
  • Prepare and maintain detailed pay analysis, reconciling to the finance system, and contribute to the development of annual bottom-up pay budgets.
  • Monitor financial activity across the directorate, investigating variances, providing explanations, and communicating emerging pressures to accountants and budget holders.
  • Process and review financial transactions including accruals, prepayments, invoice requests and cost service changes, ensuring data accuracy and cooperating with colleagues to resolve discrepancies and improve data quality.

Trading assistant

Sainsbury's
Glasgow, UK
02.2025 - 12.2025
  • Maintained stock levels through replenishment, supported deliveries, and ensured shelves were clean, organised, and compliant with date checks on fresh and grocery products.
  • Ensured accuracy of stock and pricing information, demonstrating strong attention to detail and the ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Delivered consistent customer service, recognised with the “Improve the Quality of Your Customer” award on six occasions.
  • Developed strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work efficiently under pressure while contributing to overall team performance.

Junior Accountant

Dion Tours
Thessaloniki, Greece
10.2023 - 08.2024
  • Managed bank statements and performed account reconciliations, including foreign currency transactions, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
  • Supported the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports, including profit and loss, balance sheet and cash flow statements.
  • Maintained accurate financial records within the financial system, ensuring timely preparation and submission of VAT returns.
  • Monitored Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes, liaising with the Operations team and external vendors to ensure accuracy and timely processing.

Private

Hellenic Army
Greece
09.2022 - 09.2023

Completed mandatory national service in the Hellenic Army.

Accounting Intern

Gnosi Tax & Accounting Experts
Thessaloniki, Greece
01.2022 - 06.2022
  • Maintained financial records for a range of client companies, ensuring accuracy through detailed data entry and record-keeping.
  • Posted journal entries supported by appropriate documentation, in accordance with Greek Accounting Standards (GAS) and IFRS.
  • Assisted with payroll preparation for small and medium-sized enterprises.
  • Supported the preparation and submission of tax documentation for individuals and legal entities to the Greek Tax Authorities under supervision and regular feedback from the placement educator.

Education

Master of Science - Risk Management

Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow, UK
09.2024 - 09.2025

Bachelor of Science - Accounting and Finance

University of Macedonia
Thessaloniki, Greece
09.2018 - 08.2022

Skills

  • Inclusive Leadership - Common Purpose (03/2025)
    Skills: Inclusive communication, team leadership, DEI awareness
  • AI 360 School - The Regeneration Initiative (04/2024) Skills: Microsoft Azure, foundational AI concepts, cloud tools
  • Android Applications Development Using Kotlin – Vellum Global Educational Services (08/2023) Skills: Kotlin, Android Studio, Android SDK
  • Mastering Excel for Business – Vellum Global Educational Services (08/2021) Skills: Microsoft Excel (advanced functions, business applications)
  • Introduction to Programming Using Python – Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (05/2020) Skills: Python fundamentals, data structures, programming logic
  • Microsoft Office Suite Certification – GlobalCert (01/2019) Skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access (intermediate proficiency)

Organisations

  • Institute of Risk Management (IRM) - Graduate Member (02/2026 – present)
  • Economic Chamber of Greece - Member (10/2023 – present)

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)
Greek
Native

Timeline

Management Accounting Assistant

NHS Highland, Clinical Support Directorate
01.2026 - Current

Trading assistant

Sainsbury's
02.2025 - 12.2025

Master of Science - Risk Management

Glasgow Caledonian University
09.2024 - 09.2025

Junior Accountant

Dion Tours
10.2023 - 08.2024

Private

Hellenic Army
09.2022 - 09.2023

Accounting Intern

Gnosi Tax & Accounting Experts
01.2022 - 06.2022

Bachelor of Science - Accounting and Finance

University of Macedonia
09.2018 - 08.2022
Georgios Nikolaos Perdikaris