GL Accountant

Elia Group; Brussel; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package with bonuses

Group insurance & hospitalisation

Meal vouchers (€10/day)

Vacation days: 20 + 13 extra

Phone and laptop provided

Gas/electricity discounts

Mobility/commute allowance

Employee share purchase discount

Job summary

Elia Group is hiring a Senior GL Accountant to join the Belgian accounting team. You will ensure accurate general ledger records for Belgian entities, lead month-end and year-end closings, and collaborate with auditors and business partners to maintain compliance and high-quality financial reporting.

Be part of a dynamic energy leader, contributing to continuous process improvements, intercompany reconciliations, and robust internal controls while working in a multilingual environment with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent.
• 5–8 years of GL accounting experience, preferably internationally.
• Strong knowledge of Belgian GAAP; IFRS is a plus.
• Experience with month-end and year-end closing.
• Intercompany accounting and financial controls experience.
• Audits and financial reporting experience.
• Payroll, treasury and operational accounting understanding.
• Advanced knowledge of SAP or another ERP system.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail with broad financial perspective.
• Autonomous work style with prioritisation and deadlines.
• Continuous improvement mindset and stakeholder communication.
• Fluent in French or Dutch with good English.

Responsibilities

• Perform GL accounting activities for Belgian regulated entities with accuracy and compliance.
• Own monthly, quarterly and year-end closing deliverables.
• Prepare, review and validate journal entries, accruals and adjustments.
• Conduct balance sheet reconciliations and resolve outstanding items.
• Coordinate intercompany activities and dispute resolution with stakeholders.
• Support statutory reporting and financial disclosures.
• Assist internal and external audits with required documentation.
• Monitor controls and address risks with corrective actions.
• Support finance, controlling, tax, treasury and business stakeholders.
• Participate in standardisation, automation and digitalisation of accounting processes.
• Ensure timely posting of supplier invoices per procedures.
• Provide payroll back-up when required and maintain process narratives.

Skills

GL Accounting

Belgian GAAP

IFRS exposure

Month-end close

Intercompany

Audits

Payroll knowledge

SAP

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Autonomy

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's degree in Finance

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Excited to work for a key Belgian player in the energy landscape?

The Belgian and European energy landscape is in full swing. Did you know that Elia Belgium plays a crucial role in this? As part of Elia Group, a European transmission system operator, Elia Belgium ensures the reliability and sustainability of the electricity supply in our country.

Side-by-side with your talented colleagues, you will play a part in building a sustainable, green and reliable energy infrastructure that stimulates economic growth and reduces our ecological footprint.

Only together can we make the biggest impact possible! We believe in the power of diversity: we are convinced that an inclusive and diverse work environment leads to more innovation, creativity and better results.

GL Accountant

Requisition ID: 11550

Posting Start Date: 21/10/2026

Function

As Senior GL Accountant, you will play a key role within the General Ledger Accounting team, ensuring the accuracy, completeness and integrity of the accounting records for the Belgian entities.

You will be responsible for General Ledger accounting activities, supporting month-end and year-end closing processes, performing balance sheet reconciliations, and contributing to financial reporting. You will work closely with the finance team to ensure accurate accounting records and timely reporting. In addition, you will support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of finance processes.

You will work closely with internal stakeholders, auditors, treasury, controlling and business teams to ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls and company policies.

Key responsibilities

• Perform and support GL accounting activities for Belgian regulated entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Take ownershipof assigned monthly, quarterly and year-end closing activities, ensuring timely and accurate completion of all accounting deliverables.
• Prepare, review and validate journal entries, accruals, provisions and other accounting adjustments.
• Perform and review balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring timely investigation and resolution of outstanding items.
• Coordinate and monitor intercompany accounting activities, reconciliations and dispute resolution with relevant stakeholders.
• Support statutory reporting requirements and contribute to the preparation of financial statements and disclosures.
• Actively participate in internal and external audits and coordinate the provision of required documentation and explanations.
• Monitor accounting controls, identify risks and implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Support Finance, Controlling, Tax, Treasury and business stakeholders in addressing accounting matters.
• Participate in standardisation, automation and digitalisation initiatives within accounting processes.
• Ensure the review, approval and accurate posting of supplier invoices in accordance with internal procedures and accounting policies.
• Provide back-up support for Payroll activities when required.
• Ensure accounting procedures, documentation and process narratives remain accurate and up to date.

Your Profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 to 8 years of relevant experience in General Ledger Accounting, preferably within an international environment.
• Strong knowledge of Belgian GAAP; exposure to IFRS is considered an advantage.
• Solid experience with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Proven experience in balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany accounting and financial controls.
• Experience supporting audits and financial reporting processes.
• Strong understanding of Payroll accounting, Treasury and operational accounting processes.
• Advanced knowledge of SAP or another ERP system.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail combined with the ability to maintain a broader financial perspective.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage priorities and meet challenging deadlines.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a proactive approach to identifying efficiencies.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in French or Dutch with a good working knowledge of English.

Offer

• Salary: a competitive salary package, year-end bonus, double vacation pay, meal vouchers (€10 per working day) and a bonus based on group results.
• Insurance: group insurance, hospitalisation insurance and ambulant care for the whole family.
• Vacation: you will be entitled to 20 vacation days and 13 additional vacation days.
• Social fund: Year-end vouchers, birth and marriage allowances. We will also cover part of the cost of glasses, a dental prosthesis or other medical needs.
• Communication: you will be given an iPhone, a phone subscription (for work and private use) and a laptop.
• Discounts: you will enjoy a 30% discount on your gas and electricity bill.
• Mobility: you will be given a season ticket for public transport or a contribution to the cost of commuting to and from work as concessionary travel (66% of the cost of a second-class monthly train season ticket).
• Elia shares: Elia will give you the opportunity to subscribe to shares with a discount of 16.66% on the average share price.

There’s something electric in the air with this job offer!

In exchange for your work and dedication, you enjoy the following benefits:

• A job full of variety with a top employer: Elia encourages innovation and collaboration.Within our company you will be at the forefront of the energy transition, and you will have the chance to contribute to ground-breaking technologies designed to accelerate this transition. It is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to further develop your knowledge and skills.
• Focus on personal growth and well-being at work:Discover a wide range of professional training and coaching opportunities that are guaranteed to give your personal growth a solid boost. At the same time, as a top employer, we put maximum effort into a positive work culture in which your well‑being is central.
• Development opportunities for a challenging career:At Elia, we encourage you to seek out and seize new professional opportunities. You will enjoy complete freedom to shape your career on your own terms.
• A diverse team of passionate colleagues:Elia puts a high value on diversity and inclusion. You will join a diverse and passionate team that enjoys sharing knowledge and leading the way towards a more sustainable future together.

These are just a few of the benefits that distinguish Elia as a Top Employer. We are convinced that your contribution to our team will be invaluable and look forward to welcoming you soon!