The Role of the Accounting Supervisor as a Technology Implementation Consultant

The digitalization of accounting and tax processes in Greece is no longer just a future prospect, but an immediate reality that affects every business. Four years ago, the myDATA platform made its appearance, which initially few fully understood or utilized as a tool. Since then, many businesses have been frantically trying to harmonize with the new requirements, while the real power of myDATA lies in its functioning as a valuable automation and computerization tool, not as an obstacle.

From Theory to Practice: Electronic Invoicing and the Digital Shipping Note

As of early April, the digital shipping note is expected to be operational, another step in digitalization. Electronic invoicing between businesses will follow immediately, another step towards total digital transformation. However, if businesses do not properly integrate these changes into their workflow, the new framework may become a significant barrier instead of a competitive advantage.

In fact, businesses need not fear. With the right organization and guidance, they can turn myDATA and its accompanying tools into powerful allies in their daily operations.

myDATA as a Real-Time Tool

Imagine that as an entrepreneur you want to see your company’s gross profit immediately. Through proper computerization and a good commercial program, you can simply press a few buttons and get a clear picture of your expenses and income. Although this information is budgeted, it is close enough to reality to allow you to make quick and informed decisions.

At the same time, your accountant is no longer a simple “recorder” of data, but a controller who confirms the correctness of the data in myDATA. When you want to refer to an electronic purchase invoice, you do not need to search for papers and boxes. With one click, you have access to the entire document, saving time and space.

Special Case Management: Imports and Customs

In many businesses, there are more complex procedures, such as imports from third countries. There, proper computerization becomes even more necessary, so that the relevant expenses and customs VAT are recorded accurately. The aim is to avoid errors and omissions that could result in taxes or fines.

The Role of the Accountant: From Recording to Auditing

The accountant today is not limited to simple bookkeeping. He is the link between business and technology, helping to translate the needs of the business into computerization requirements. Thus, what is considered complex or time-consuming becomes routine through automation and proper organization.

Ambitions and Pathogens in the Modern Greek Reality

Despite the ambitious framework of myDATA and the digital consignment note, the state requires a wealth of information for each transaction, which requires in-depth knowledge of legislation and reliable commercial programs. Many Greek businesses still use old software versions that cannot effectively manage the new reality.

At the same time, the digital consignment note also requires the maintenance of a digital inventory book. Here again, the decisive contribution of the accountant comes to the fore, so that the business can exploit the tools instead of depending on them.

Banking Connection and Automation

An important step that many businesses ignore is connecting their bank accounts to their business programs. The automation of data acquisition from banks, the classification of transactions by category, and the ability to control receipts and expenses in real time, save resources and upgrade the business operation. Here, too, the accountant’s role is to monitor and control the data, freeing up time for more strategic responsibilities.

Epilogue

The successful integration of myDATA, the digital delivery note and computerization in general in a business is not just a matter of technology, but a matter of strategic approach. The accountant is called upon to play the role of technology implementation consultant, translating the needs of the business into implementable solutions. When businesses understand that these tools can function as a growth lever—instead of a burden—then digital transformation will no longer be a threat, but an opportunity to move forward in a modern business environment based on data and effective management.