Finance Manager Group Accounting (Temporary Assignment)

imec; Vlaams-Brabant; Hybride; EUR 100 000 - 145 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

7 months contract

Résumé du poste

Imec is seeking a Finance Manager Group Accounting (ad interim) to lead a team of 9 accounting professionals and drive key finance transformation initiatives. You will oversee monthly and year-end closes, ensure accurate reporting, and coordinate audits while upholding policies and controls.

The role combines strong people leadership with hands-on accounting and cross-functional collaboration across Finance and the business. A relevant degree and 8+ years' experience are required.

Qualifications

• You have a Master's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Having at least 8 years relevant experience is mandatory.
• You have proven accounting leadership experience within a complex organisation.
• You possess strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting and closing processes.
• You have experience in leading and developing teams.
• Strong coaching, communication and stakeholder management skills are mandatory.
• You have led change and continuous improvement initiatives.
• You are hands-on and ready to tackle operational challenges
• You have strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsabilités

• Lead, coach & motivate a team of 9 finance professionals.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly and annual closing processes.
• Coordinate internal and external audit activities as required.
• Drive key finance transformation and improvement projects.
• Ensure adherence to accounting policies, controls and compliance.
• Partner with stakeholders to identify efficiencies and strengthen collaboration.

Connaissances

People leadership

Coaching

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Change management

Hands-on mentality

Team development

Communication

Formation

Accounting/Finance degree

Outils

SAP

Description du poste

To support our Finance organization, we are looking for an experienced Finance Manager Group Accounting (ad interim). In this role, you will combine strong people leadership with solid accounting expertise, leading a team of accounting professionals while driving key finance transformation and improvement projects. You will be responsible for the overall coordination of the accounting function, ensuring high-quality financial reporting and the successful execution of monthly and year-end closing activities. You will lead and coach a team of 9 direct reports across Project Accounting, Accounts Payable, and General Accounting, fostering collaboration, ownership, and continuous improvement.

The assignment

• Lead, coach & motivate a team of 9 finance professionals.
• Create a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Drive engagement and foster a culture of cooperation, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes.
• Lead the year-end closing cycle and ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Monitor compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and statutory requirements.
• Review key balance sheet reconciliations and closing controls.
• Coordinate internal and external audit activities where required.

3) Project & Change Management

• Lead and contribute to challenging finance and transformation projects.
• Support change management activities and help teams adapt to new ways of working.
• Partner closely with stakeholders across Finance and the business to identify efficiencies and strengthen collaboration.

Required knowledge and skills

• You have a Master's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Having at least 8 years relevant experience is mandatory.
• You have a proven experience in accounting leadership within a complex organization.
• You have a strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and closing processes.
• You have a relevant experience managing and developing teams.
• Strong coaching, communication, and stakeholder management skills are mandatory.
• You already led change and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Hands-on mentality with a willingness to dive into operational challenges when required
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience with SAP is a strong asset.
• Able to work effectively in a dynamic and deadline-driven environment.

What we offer

We offer you an exciting temporary assignment in which you will be part of a community that makes the impossible possible. Together, we shape the technology that will define the society of tomorrow.

• Duration of the assignment, with extension if applicable : 7 months
• Desired start date : 01/10/2026 (or earlier if possible)
• Work regime : full time

Location

We provide the flexibility to work both from our office premises and remotely from home. This to maintain a healthy work-life balance while being an integral part of our team. An onsite presence of 3 days a week is required. It's not possible to work 100% remote.