Junior Accountant

Headit; Zaventem; On-site; EUR 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fringe benefits

Flexible working after onboarding

Job summary

Headit is seeking a Junior Accountant to join a professional, international organisation. You will handle day-to-day accounting, month-end closings, financial reporting, audits and process improvements within a collaborative finance team.

Based in Belgium with a strong European presence, you will interact with colleagues from different departments and contribute to the international expansion of financial excellence. Fluency in English, French and Dutch is needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or related field.
• Approximately two to three years of accounting experience.
• A good understanding of accounting principles and processes.
• Experience with SAP is a strong asset.
• Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Accurate, structured work style with numbers-focused mindset.
• Proactive and able to communicate with multiple stakeholders.
• Fluent in English, French and Dutch.

Responsibilities

• Support Finance & Accounting team across a broad range of activities.
• Assist Sales with accounting questions, SAP entries and invoice checks.
• Monitor workflows and ensure documentation is accurate and timely.
• Process expense invoices, bank transactions and employee claims in SAP.
• Help optimise financial processes and support month-end closings.
• Prepare documentation for audits and internal/external reviews.
• Back‑up payments, banking, reporting and ad hoc accounting tasks.

Skills

English and French

Dutch

Analytical thinking

Proactive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Headit is looking for an Junior Accountant to join a professional and international organisation where accuracy, collaboration and continuous improvement are key.

We are currently recruiting an Accountant for an international and well-structured organisation. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys a broad, hands‑on role within a finance team. You will be involved in day‑to‑day accounting, month‑end closings, financial reporting, audits and the optimisation of financial processes.

Where will you work?

You will join an international company with a strong presence across Europe. The organisation is known for its professional and collaborative working environment, with a strong focus on quality, teamwork and continuous improvement.

The Belgian office plays an important role within the wider European organisation. You will work closely with colleagues from different departments and have the opportunity to further develop your accounting expertise in an international setting.

Your responsibilities

As an Accountant, you will support the Finance & Accounting team across a wide range of activities:

• Supporting the Sales department with accounting‑related questions, SAP entries and invoice checks;
• Monitoring accounting workflows and ensuring that financial documentation is processed accurately and on time;
• Processing expense invoices, bank transactions and employee expense claims in SAP;
• Assisting colleagues with questions related to accounting processes and invoice processing;
• Contributing to the improvement and optimisation of financial processes;
• Supporting month‑end closings and financial reporting;
• Performing reconciliations, account reviews and following up on outstanding items;
• Supporting audits and preparing the necessary documentation for internal and external reviews;
• Acting as a back‑up for various finance activities, including payments, banking, reporting and ad hoc accounting tasks;
• Working closely with the Finance Manager and supporting the team where needed.

What does your profile look like?

• You hold a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field;
• Ideally you have approximately two to three years of experience in an accounting role;
• You have a good understanding of accounting principles and financial processes;
• Experience with SAP is a strong asset;
• You are proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications;
• You work accurately and in a structured manner and have a strong affinity for numbers;
• You are proactive and communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders;
• You are fluent in English and French and have a good command in Dutch.

What can you expect?

• A varied accounting position with a high level of responsibility;
• The opportunity to further develop your expertise in an international environment;
• A stable organisation offering long‑term career development opportunities;
• An attractive salary package complemented by fringe benefits;
• Flexible working arrangements after the onboarding period;
• A professional and supportive working environment where collaboration and continuous improvement are key.