Senior Accountant

Finance BV; West-Vlaanderen; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days of flexible annual leave

Meal vouchers

Eco vouchers

Employee share ownership plan

Hospitalisation and group insurance

Opportunities for training and dev

Job summary

Finance BV is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join its finance team in Belgium. You will manage general accounting activities for a Belgian entity within an international manufacturing group and lead monthly and annual closings.

You will analyze the balance sheet and income statement, discuss findings with the Accounting Manager, and support tax returns, fixed assets, and audit preparation. The role reports to the Accounting Manager and offers opportunities to develop within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or Taxation or equivalent experience.
• Several years of broad accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing or large organisations.
• Strong knowledge of general accounting, closing procedures, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage general accounting activities for a Belgian entity within an international group.
• Own monthly and annual closings and ensure accuracy of financial figures.
• Analyze balance sheet and income statement and discuss findings with Accounting Manager.
• Assist with tax returns and fixed assets management.
• Handle bank statement processing and reconciliation.
• Prepare VAT returns, intra-community listings, customer listings and surveys.
• Coordinate audit documentation and support the audit process.
• Oversee administrative follow-up of the vehicle fleet.

Skills

Broad accounting experience

Analytical mindset

Ownership & responsibility

Independent worker

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Taxation

Tools

Excel

SAP

Job description

Are you an experienced accountant looking to take on more responsibility within a dynamic finance team? Are you looking for a broad accounting role where you can put your financial expertise and analytical skills into practice? Then this could be your next career opportunity!

Expertise

Accounting

Contract

Full time

Your responsibilities

As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for the general accounting activities of a Belgian entity within an international manufacturing group. You will ensure accurate financial reporting and play a key role in the monthly and annual closing processes.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Managing the general accounting activities and ensuring accurate and timely processing of financial transactions.
• Taking ownership of monthly and annual closings and ensuring the accuracy of financial figures.
• Critically analysing the balance sheet and income statement and discussing your findings with the Accounting Manager.
• Managing fixed assets and assisting with the preparation of tax returns.
• Handling bank statement processing and reconciliation.
• Managing various statutory and tax declarations, including VAT returns, intra-community listings, customer listings and statistical surveys.
• Preparing and coordinating audit documentation and supporting the audit process.
• Ensuring the administrative follow-up of the company's vehicle fleet.
• Participating in ad hoc projects and providing support with more complex accounting matters.
• You will report directly to the Accounting Manager, working closely together on various financial and accounting matters. As Senior Accountant, you will act as a trusted right hand and sparring partner, supporting the Accounting Manager with more complex files and challenges.

Your profile

We are looking for a motivated and analytical professional who enjoys taking ownership and responsibility.

You recognise yourself in the following profile:

• You hold a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or Taxation, or have equivalent relevant professional experience.
• You have several years of experience in a broad accounting role. Experience within a manufacturing environment or a larger organisation is considered a strong asset.
• You have solid knowledge of general accounting and are familiar with monthly and annual closing procedures.
• You have a critical and analytical mindset and work in an accurate and structured manner.
• You are able to work independently while also being a strong team player.
• You remain calm and solution-oriented, even when working under pressure or tight deadlines.
• You are proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel. Knowledge of SAP is a strong advantage.

Our offer

You will join a renowned international organisation that combines the strength and stability of a large group with a local and family-oriented company culture.

You will have the opportunity to take initiative, further develop your expertise and actively contribute to the development of the finance department.

In return for your expertise and commitment, you can expect an attractive salary package complemented by a range of fringe benefits, including:

• 33 days of flexible annual leave.
• Meal vouchers and eco vouchers.
• Employee share ownership plan.
• Hospitalisation and group insurance.
• Opportunities for further training and professional development.

About us

You will join a renowned international organisation that combines the strength and stability of a large group with a local and family-oriented company culture.