Senior Accountant in Brussels - International company

Michael Page (Belgium); Brussel; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Hybrid work (40% homeworking)

Insurance (group & hospitalization)

Meal vouchers

Homeworking allowance

Holiday package

Transport benefits

Job summary

Michael Page International (Belgium) is seeking a Senior Accountant to ensure accuracy of accounting operations, compliance, and financial reporting within an international, cross-border setting.

You will work with a Shared Service Center across Europe, managing closing activities, VAT compliance, statutory reporting, and audits, while partnering with business teams to drive process improvement and digitisation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of accounting experience in international or B2B environments.
• Strong knowledge of Belgian GAAP and VAT regulations.
• Experience with statutory accounting and external audits.
• SAP S/4HANA experience is a strong asset.
• Fluent in English and French; Dutch is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Managing monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities, including accruals, reconciliations, and balance sheet reviews.
• Acting as the accounting reference point for the Belgian entity and overseeing the quality of accounting transactions by the Shared Service Center.
• Taking ownership of VAT compliance, tax-related reporting, and statutory obligations across multiple European jurisdictions.
• Coordinating annual audits and supporting the preparation of statutory financial statements.
• Partnering with business teams to provide accounting and tax guidance on commercial and operational activities.
• Ensuring compliance with local regulations, internal controls, and group accounting policies.
• Identifying opportunities to streamline processes, strengthen controls, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contributing to digitisation and automation projects, including the adoption of innovative technologies and AI-driven solutions.

Skills

Accounting

VAT compliance

Analytical mindset

Cross-functional collaboration

Audit support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

• Central role in the growth of the organisation
• Flexible working environment

About Our Client

Our client is a leading international trading and supply chain organization with a long-established presence across Europe and a strong global footprint. Active in the distribution and trading of industrial and chemical products, the company combines commercial expertise, logistics capabilities, and financial strength to support international business operations.

Job Description

As Senior Accountant, you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy of accounting operations, compliance, and financial reporting within an international business environment. Working closely with a Shared Service Center and stakeholders across Europe, your responsibilities will include:

• Managing monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities, including accruals, reconciliations, and balance sheet reviews;
• Acting as the accounting reference point for the Belgian entity and overseeing the quality of accounting transactions processed by the Shared Service Center;
• Taking ownership of VAT compliance, tax-related reporting, and statutory obligations across multiple European jurisdictions;
• Coordinating annual audits and supporting the preparation of statutory financial statements;
• Partnering with business teams to provide accounting and tax guidance on commercial and operational activities;
• Ensuring compliance with local regulations, internal controls, and group accounting policies;
• Identifying opportunities to streamline processes, strengthen controls, and drive continuous improvement initiatives;
• Contributing to digitisation and automation projects, including the adoption of innovative technologies and AI-driven solutions;

The Successful Applicant

We are looking for a collaborative and flexible professional who enjoys taking ownership and working in a team-oriented environment.;

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field;
• Minimum 4 years of accounting experience within an international or B2B environment;
• Strong understanding of Belgian GAAP and VAT regulations;
• Experience with statutory accounting and external audits;
• Knowledge of SAP S/4HANA or SAP Hana is considered a strong asset;
• Fluent in English and French; Dutch is a plus;
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and process-minded;
• Comfortable working with multiple stakeholders in an international environment;
• Proactive, hands-on, and eager to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives;

What's on Offer

A challenging opportunity for an experienced accountant looking to develop within a stable international environment combining operational expertise, compliance responsibilities, and transformation projects.

• Flexible working hours;
• Hybrid working model (up to 40% homeworking);
• Competitive salary package including:
  • Attractive gross salary;
  • Annual bonus scheme;
  • Group and hospitalization insurance;
  • Meal vouchers;
  • Net homeworking allowance;
  • Generous holiday package;
  • Transport-related benefits.