Accounting Manager

Fine Biscuits Company (FBC) Group; Brussel Hoofdstad; Sur place; EUR 85 000 - 115 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Brussels-based Fine Biscuits Company Group (FBC Group) is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to own key accounting operations, ensure governance and lead the subledger accounting team.

You will oversee monthly closings, VAT and corporate tax, and drive process improvements with SAP S/4HANA, while coordinating with senior stakeholders and driving automation initiatives across the finance function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or equivalent.
• At least 10 years of progressive accounting experience with senior leadership.
• Strong knowledge of Belgian GAAP, IFRS, statutory reporting, internal controls and audit coordination.
• Familiar with Belgian VAT, corporate tax compliance and related regulatory requirements.
• Solid experience with SAP S/4HANA and advanced Excel; Power BI is a plus.
• Clear communication with senior stakeholders and ability to challenge constructively.
• Fluent in English; French and/or Dutch are an asset.

Responsabilités

• Lead monthly, quarterly and annual closing activities across general ledger and subledger processes.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, inventory, intercompany and bank accounting.
• Ensure accurate reconciliations, strong documentation and consistent accounting practices.
• Coordinate statutory accounting, external audits, VAT and corporate tax compliance activities.
• Support treasury activities, including cash position monitoring, cash flow forecasting and banking operations.
• Act as accounting key user for SAP S/4HANA and contribute to process improvement, automation and standardisation initiatives.
• Lead, coach and develop the subledger accounting team, fostering collaboration, ownership and continuous improvement.

Connaissances

Stakeholder communication

Leadership

Advanced Excel

Formation

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or equivalent

Outils

SAP S/4HANA

Power BI

Description du poste

Job Location: Brussels

About The Role

To support our Finance organisation in Brussels, we are looking for a hands-on and experienced Accounting Manager. In this role, you will take ownership of key accounting operations, ensure strong compliance and governance, and lead a team responsible for the accuracy and reliability of our subledger accounting activities.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly and annual closing activities across general ledger and subledger processes.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, inventory, intercompany and bank accounting.
• Ensure accurate reconciliations, strong documentation and consistent accounting practices.
• Coordinate statutory accounting, external audits, VAT and corporate tax compliance activities.
• Support treasury activities, including cash position monitoring, cash flow forecasting and banking operations.
• Act as accounting key user for SAP S/4HANA and contribute to process improvement, automation and standardisation initiatives.
• Lead, coach and develop the subledger accounting team, fostering collaboration, ownership and continuous improvement.

Who we are looking for

• You hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or equivalent.
• You bring at least 10 years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a senior accounting or team leadership role.
• You have strong knowledge of Belgian GAAP, IFRS, statutory reporting, internal controls and audit coordination.
• You are familiar with Belgian VAT, corporate tax compliance and related regulatory requirements.
• You have solid experience with SAP S/4HANA and advanced Excel; knowledge of Power BI is a plus.
• You communicate clearly with senior stakeholders and know how to challenge constructively.
• You are fluent in English; knowledge of French and/or Dutch is an asset.

Created in 2020, the Fine Biscuits Company Group (FBC Group) is composed of three complementary companies:

• Biscuits Delacre
• The Fine Lab

Company Description

Created in 2020, the Fine Biscuits Company Group (FBC Group) is composed of three complementary companies:

• Kelsen Group
• Biscuits Delacre
• The Fine Lab

Together, one of the leaders in premium biscuit assortment market.

We produce some of Europe’s most iconic biscuit brands including Delacre, Delichoc, Kjeldsens and Royal Dansk. Our products leverage two unique archetypes of European excellence: the butter cookie from Denmark and the chocolate-coated biscuit from Belgium.

Both Delacre and Kelsen have a long‑lasting history, deeply rooted in their countries of origin, and proud holders of the Royal Warranty from respectively the Queen of Denmark and the “Court” of Belgium.

Our brands are supported by The Fine Lab, where we innovate to create new products with a passion for quality and the will to continue to delight consumers around the world.

Our Group is composed of more than 800 employees around the world who share our values of Loyalty and Trust, Respect & Responsibility, Integrity & Moderation, Passion for Quality, Research & Innovation.

With a presence in 7 different countries, and part of the Ferrero Ecosystem, we offer rewarding career opportunities.