Accounting Manager - Brussels - Renewable Energy

Michael Page (Belgium); Brussel; On-site; EUR 61,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to €6,000 gross/month

13th month

Net allowances €265 /month

2 days home office per week

Flexible working scheme

Performance bonus

Extensive insurance package

Meal vouchers 10 EUR / day

Public transport 100% reimbursed

iPhone/laptop

32 vacation days + holidays + 4 extra

Job summary

Michael Page International Belgium is seeking a Head of Accounting to lead the end-to-end accounting function and manage a three-person team. You will report to the head of finance and own month-end and year-end close while ensuring compliant financial reporting.

The role requires 7+ years in accounting, fluency in English and either French or Dutch, and strong VAT experience across Belgium and Europe. Dynamics 365 experience is a plus, with a focus on process improvement and AI automation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in accounting.
• Fluent in French or Dutch and English.
• Strong VAT compliance and multi-country VAT registrations.
• Experience with Dynamics 365 is a plus.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the accounting function and ensure compliant financial reporting.
• Own the month-end and year-end close process.
• Manage, coach, and develop the accounting team (3 reports).
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of the General Ledger.
• Lead external audits and coordinate with auditors.
• Oversee Belgian and European VAT compliance.
• Advise on accounting policies and complex transactions.
• Review reconciliations, accruals, provisions, and key journal entries.
• Improve processes, controls, and accounting procedures.
• Drive finance systems, automation, and AI initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

7+ years accounting experience

Languages (English, French or Dutch)

VAT compliance

Dynamics 365

Multi-country VAT

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Dynamics 365

Job description

• Lead the end-to-end accounting and manage a team of 3
• Join an organization that plays a key role in renewable energy

About Our Client

Our client plays a key role in establishing the future of renewable energy in Belgium and Europe. Join a vibrant and an international environment with a great work-life balance.

Job Description

In this role you will report to the head of finance and will be carrying out the following tasks:

• Lead the accounting function and ensure compliant financial reporting.
• Own the month-end and year-end close process.
• Manage, coach, and develop the accounting team (2 direct reports).
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of the General Ledger.
• Lead external audits and coordinate with auditors.
• Oversee Belgian and European VAT compliance.
• Advise on accounting policies and complex transactions.
• Review reconciliations, accruals, provisions, and key journal entries.
• Improve processes, controls, and accounting procedures.
• Drive finance systems, automation, and AI initiatives.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate matches the following criteria:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent
• Minimum 7 years of experience in accounting
• Fluent in French or Dutch and English
• Strong experience in VAT compliance and tax declarations.
• Experience with multi-country VAT registrations and compliance is a strong asset.
• Experience with Dynamics 365 is a plus
• Strong communication skills

What's on Offer

Our client offers an unique package with a great work-life balance and flexibility scheme:

• Salary based on experience up to € 6.000 gross/month
• 13th month
• Net allowances € 265 /month
• 15 days / year work from abroad
• 2 days home office per week
• flexible working scheme
• Performance bonus
• Extensive insurance package: outpatient, dental, disability, life insurance and travel insurance
• Group Insurance at 7%
• Mealvouchers of 10 EUR / day
• Ecovouchers of 250 EUR / year
• public transport 100 % reimbursed
• iPhone/laptop
• 32 Vacation days + public holidays + 4 extra days