Finance & Operations Controller – Brussels (Hybrid)

WestonBrook Associates; Brussel Hoofdstad; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

36 days leave

Private healthcare

Pension plan

International environment

Job summary

WestonBrook Associates in Brussels is seeking a Finance & Operations Controller to own the Belgian finance function, oversee financial control, accounting operations and office leadership in a hybrid Brussels office.

Reporting to the Finance Director, you will partner with finance, operations and senior leadership, manage month-end close, VAT, budgeting and forecasting, and drive process improvements across the Brussels operation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Finance Controller or similar leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of Belgian VAT and month-end procedures.
• Experience supporting audits with external accountants.
• Experience with facilities/office operations is a plus.
• Excellent organizational and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent English; French and/or Dutch is advantageous.
• Accounting qualification or equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end close activities with accurate management information.
• Prepare Belgian VAT returns and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain robust financial controls and reporting standards.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning.
• Liaise with external accountants, auditors and tax advisers.
• Oversee day-to-day accounting, payroll related processes and cash flow.
• Manage Brussels office operations and facilities relationships.
• Collaborate with finance, operations and leadership on process improvements.

Skills

Financial control

Month-end close

VAT compliance

Budgeting & forecasting

Financial reporting

Stakeholder management

Operational finance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Accounting qualification or equivalent

Job description

WestonBrook Associates in Brussels is seeking a Finance & Operations Controller to own the Belgian finance function, oversee financial control, accounting operations and office leadership in a hybrid Brussels office.

Reporting to the Finance Director, you will partner with finance, operations and senior leadership, manage month-end close, VAT, budgeting and forecasting, and drive process improvements across the Brussels operation.