Accounting Manager

Lyreco Singapore Malaysia; Berchem; Hybride; EUR 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible working hours

Hybrid work up to 2 days/wk

Competitive salary package

Résumé du poste

Lyreco Group in Belgium is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager Benelux to lead accounting across Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg from its Antwerp (Berchem) office and to drive professionalization and transformation of the Finance organization. You will ensure timely financial reporting, statutory compliance and robust internal controls across 5 legal entities.

You will lead and develop the Accounting team at Berchem and Vottem, foster ownership, quality and continuous improvement,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field.
• 7–10 years of relevant Accounting/Finance experience with people management.
• Experience with multi-entity accounting in international environments.
• Strong knowledge of local GAAP and IFRS; VAT and corporate income tax familiarity.
• Fluent in Dutch and English; French is a plus.

Responsabilités

• Oversee monthly, quarterly and year-end closings for Benelux entities and ensure timely financial reporting.
• Lead, coach and develop Accounting teams across Berchem and Vottem.
• Strengthen internal controls, drive process standardization and automation.
• Collaborate with Controlling, Treasury, Group Finance and external auditors.

Connaissances

Leadership

Accounting

Financial reporting

IFRS knowledge

SAP

VAT regulations

Multi-entity accounting

Formation

Master's degree in Finance/Accounting

Outils

SAP ERP

Description du poste

Are you an experienced Accounting Manager with a passion for people leadership, financial expertise and process optimization? We are looking for a driven Accounting Manager Benelux who will lead the accounting activities across our Benelux organization from our office in Antwerp (Berchem) and actively contribute to the further professionalization and transformation of our Finance organization. As Accounting Manager, you will hold a key position within the Benelux Finance organization. You will be responsible for the accounting activities of 5 legal entities across Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg, ensuring accurate, timely and reliable financial reporting and statutory compliance. You will lead and develop the Accounting team across Berchem and Vottem, fostering a culture of collaboration, ownership, quality and continuous improvement. You will also play an important role in strengthening our internal control framework, harmonizing processes and driving further automation within Finance.

Your responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Reporting

Ensure accurate, complete and timely accounting and financial reporting for all Benelux entities. Coordinate and oversee the monthly, quarterly and year-end closing processes in line with Group reporting timelines and requirements. Ensure the preparation, accuracy and timely filing of statutory financial statements, in cooperation with external auditors. Ensure compliance with local GAAP, applicable accounting legislation and Group accounting policies. Oversee statutory reporting, VAT reporting, corporate tax requirements and other local financial compliance obligations. Ensure appropriate financial controls and reconciliations are in place to safeguard the quality and reliability of the financial accounts. Act as the key point of contact for internal and external audits and coordinate the timely follow-up of audit findings.

People Leadership & Team Development

Lead, coach and further develop the Accounting team across Berchem and Vottem, including the AP Accountants based at the Vottem site. Create a culture of collaboration, accountability, quality and continuous improvement. Ensure clear roles, responsibilities, processes and ways of working across the different teams and locations. Support team members in their professional development and actively follow up on individual growth and development plans. Build a strong and engaged Accounting team that combines operational excellence with a continuous improvement mindset.

Process Improvement, Internal Control & Transformation

Drive the standardization, optimization and harmonization of accounting processes across the Benelux entities. Strengthen the internal control framework and ensure effective follow-up of financial compliance requirements. Identify opportunities to simplify processes, reduce manual activities and improve the efficiency and quality of Finance operations. Actively contribute to automation, digitalization and continuous improvement initiatives within Finance. Represent Accounting in transformation and cross-functional projects, including system implementations, integrations (M&A) and organizational changes. Promote consistent use of systems, processes and accounting standards across entities and locations.

Stakeholder Management

Act as a trusted sparring partner to the Directors and local management. Work closely with Controlling, Treasury, Marketing, Supply Chain, Group Finance and other teams. Collaborate effectively with stakeholders throughout the international Group. Represent Accounting in cross-functional projects and ensure that accounting, compliance and internal control requirements are appropriately considered. Translate Group Finance requirements into effective local processes and ensure alignment between local and Group stakeholders.

Who are you?

We are looking for a finance professional who combines strong accounting expertise and accuracy with inspiring people leadership and a genuine drive for process improvement and transformation. You hold a Master's degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field. You bring 7 to 10 years of relevant experience in Accounting or Finance, including proven experience in a people management role. You have demonstrated the ability to lead, coach and develop a team, ideally across multiple locations. Experience with multi-entity accounting in an international or matrix organization is a strong asset. You have a strong understanding of local GAAP and accounting requirements. Knowledge of IFRS is an asset. You have good knowledge of VAT regulations, corporate income tax and statutory reporting requirements. You have experience with process optimization, standardization and change or transformation projects. You are familiar with SAP or a comparable ERP environment, or are able to quickly develop a strong understanding of the system. You are analytical, accurate and process-driven, while maintaining a pragmatic and solution-oriented mindset. You communicate fluently in Dutch and English, both verbally and in writing. French is an asset. You are comfortable working in an international environment with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities. You are willing to travel regularly between Berchem and Vottem.

What we offer

A key leadership role within an international and entrepreneurial organization. The opportunity to actively shape the further professionalization and transformation of the Finance organization. A challenging position that brings together people leadership, accounting expertise, internal control and continuous improvement. A high level of responsibility and autonomy, with the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the organization. The opportunity to lead and further develop an experienced Finance team and contribute to building the Finance organization of the future. Flexible working hours and the possibility to work from home up to two days per week. An attractive salary package complemented by a range of additional benefits.

#BE1 #LI - AV1 The Lyreco Group is the European Leader and the third largest distributor of workplace products and services in the world. A privately-owned company since 1926, Lyreco is now present in 25 countries with 13 partners in 15 additional countries, operating in 40 different countries across the globe. A global workplace solutions company with 10,000 employees, Lyreco’s mission is to delivery sustainably, what any workplace needs, so its people can focus on what matters most. We are pioneers, today and tomorrow, in delivering what any workplace needs, from workplace products, to services, anywhere you work. We are active in the areas of office supplies, print services and consumables, PPE and safety solutions, coffee and catering, hygiene and cleaning, furniture and ergonomics solutions, and wellbeing services. With our core values of Excellence, Passion, Respect and Agility driving every decision, and a perfect blend of people, technology, and our corporate social responsibility strategy, we aim to deliver a great working day for our people and our customers. We strive for perfection in everything we do, and we really care for our customers. We believe in trust, respect and ethical behaviour, and we remain agile with our ability to anticipate, innovate and adapt to change.