Accountant

Elia Group; Brussel Hoofdstad; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

Group insurance

Vacation days

Social fund

Work devices (iPhone, laptop)

Gas/electricity discount

Public transport subsidy

Employee share plan

Job summary

Elia Group is seeking a G/L Accountant to strengthen the Finance team in Belgium. You will independently manage month-end and year-end closings for BEGAAP/GEGAAP and IFRS, working closely with the Accounting Manager to ensure accurate financial reporting in an SAP environment.

The role requires 3+ years of accounting experience, BEGAAP/GEGAAP/IFRS knowledge, and strong Excel and SAP skills. Hybrid work arrangement from Brussels with potential Berlin travel is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent experience (CA/CPA preferred).
• 3+ years of experience in a similar G/L/accounting role.
• Strong BEGAAP/GEGAAP/IFRS knowledge and SAP proficiency.
• Excellent analytical skills and teamwork ability.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end and year-end close for BEGAAP/GEGAAP and IFRS in SAP.
• Lead IFRS adjustments and perform account reconciliations with quality checks.
• Prepare monthly/periodic reports under supervision of the Management team.
• Support ICO reconciliation and assist auditors as needed.
• Participate in process improvements and cross-group IT projects.
• Coordinate and review reports for internal/external bodies.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Team collaboration

Autonomous worker

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Excited to work for a key Belgian player in the energy landscape?

The Belgian and European energy landscape is in full swing. Did you know that Elia Belgium plays a crucial role in this? As part of Elia Group, a European transmission system operator, Elia Belgium ensures the reliability and sustainability of the electricity supply in our country.

Side-by-side with your talented colleagues, you will play a part in building a sustainable, green and reliable energy infrastructure that stimulates economic growth and reduces our ecological footprint.

Only together can we make the biggest impact possible! We believe in the power of diversity: we are convinced that an inclusive and diverse work environment leads to more innovation, creativity and better results.

Accountant

Requisition ID: 11312

Posting Start Date: 12/08/2026

Function

At Elia Group, we are committed to facilitating the energy transition and developing sustainable energy solutions. Our Finance team plays a crucial role in ensuring strong financial performance and governance. We are responsible for managing relationships with our suppliers, investors, shareholders, financial institutions, and regulatory authorities.

To strengthen our accounting team, we are looking for a G/L Accountant. In this role, you will work closely with our Accounting Manager to contribute to the accuracy and reliability of our financial reporting and accounting processes.

Function:

As G/L Accountant, you will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Independently manage and perform month-end and year-end closing activities (G/L accounting, payroll accounting, tax accounting, complex accounting) for centrally managed Belgian companies in close collaboration with the Accounting Manager (BEGAAP/GEGAAP and IFRS in an SAP and international environment)
• Lead the accurate and timely monthly calculation and documentation of some IFRS adjustments
• Reconcile accounts and perform quality checks to ensure accuracy of figures, including documentation of more complex accounting transactions.
• Support to the ICO reconciliation process
• Preparation of monthly/periodic reporting packages (BEGAAP/GEGAAP and IFRS) under the supervision of the Management team
• Perform analytical review of the monthly figures to deliver insight to local teams and controllers
• Identify opportunities for process and internal control improvements and lead and/or control implementations of solutions
• Participate in and/or lead digital/IT projects across the Group (enhanced collaboration BE/GE)
• Collaboration with auditors
• Assist in the development and implementation of accounting policies (accounting manual, accounting memo) and procedures
• Preparation (A to Z), coordination and/or review of reports for various internal/external bodies such as the EGI, Analysts, Tax authorities etc.
• Ability to represent the department in multidisciplinary discussions and report to the Accounting Manager
• Backup role to transversally support the Accounting & Tax team

Your Profile

• You hold a bachelor’s degree in accounting or have equivalent experience (CA, CPA or equivalent preferred).
• You have 3+ years of experience in a similar role.
• You have a good knowledge of German and English (Dutch and French an advantage).
• You have practical knowledge of BEGAAP/GEGAAP/IFRS.
• You work proficiently with the accounting software SAP (SAP Public Cloud is an advantage).
• You also work proficiently with MS Office and are an expert in Excel.
• You possess excellent analytical skills and a problem-solving mindset, proactive and are adaptable to change.
• You can work autonomously, but you also function well in a team.

Offer

• Salary: a competitive salary package, year-end bonus, double vacation pay, meal vouchers (€10 per working day) and a bonus based on group results.
• Insurance: group insurance, hospitalisation insurance and ambulant care for the whole family.
• Vacation: you will be entitled to 20 vacation days and 13 additional vacation days.
• Social fund: Year-end vouchers, birth and marriage allowances. We will also cover part of the cost of glasses, a dental prosthesis or other medical needs.
• Communication: you will be given an iPhone, a phone subscription (for work and private use) and a laptop.
• Discounts: you will enjoy a 30% discount on your gas and electricity bill.
• Mobility: you will be given a season ticket for public transport or a contribution to the cost of commuting to and from work as concessionary travel (66% of the cost of a second-class monthly train season ticket).
• Elia shares: Elia will give you the opportunity to subscribe to shares with a discount of 16.66% on the average share price.

Location

Boulevard de l‘Empereur, 20 in Brussels (with possible frequent travel to Berlin office) or option to be based in Berlin office for the right candidate. We offer a hybrid way of working with flexible working hours.

There’s something electric in the air with this job offer!

In exchange for your work and dedication, you enjoy the following benefits:

• A job full of variety with a top employer: Elia encourages innovation and collaboration.Within our company you will be at the forefront of the energy transition, and you will have the chance to contribute to ground-breaking technologies designed to accelerate this transition. It is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to further develop your knowledge and skills.
• Focus on personal growth and well-being at work:Discover a wide range of professional training and coaching opportunities that are guaranteed to give your personal growth a solid boost. At the same time, as a top employer, we put maximum effort into a positive work culture in which your well-being is central.
• Development opportunities for a challenging career:At Elia, we encourage you to seek out and seize new professional opportunities. You will enjoy complete freedom to shape your career on your own terms.
• A diverse team of passionate colleagues:Elia puts a high value on diversity and inclusion. You will join a diverse and passionate team that enjoys sharing knowledge and leading the way towards a more sustainable future together.

These are just a few of the benefits that distinguish Elia as a Top Employer. We are convinced that your contribution to our team will be invaluable and look forward to welcoming you soon!