Senior Accountant, Robert Walters (H/F/X)

Robert Walters; Brussel Hoofdstad; Sur place; EUR 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading recruitment agency invites applications for the Senior Accountant position in Brussels. This role involves supervising Record-to-Report activities, managing month-end closes, and ensuring compliance with accounting policies. Ideal candidates have a degree in economics or accounting, a solid grasp of IFRS, and 5+ years of relevant experience. Strong ERP skills, particularly in SAP S/4HANA, are essential. This company values innovation and continuous improvement in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience, ideally in manufacturing or automotive.
• Knowledge of shared service center operations, SLAs, KPIs.
• Technical knowledge in accounting processes.

Responsabilités

• Supervise Record-to-Report activities and guide finance professionals.
• Manage month-end close processes and ensure accurate reporting.
• Act as point of contact for stakeholders on RTR matters.

Connaissances

Supervise Record-to-Report activities

Lead and mentor finance teams

Financial reporting accuracy

Understand IFRS accounting rules

Strong expertise in ERP systems

Fluent in English

Formation

Bachelor's or master's degree in economics or accounting

Outils

SAP S/4HANA

Description du poste

Senior Accountant

Are you an experienced accounting professional eager to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in a dynamic and international environment where innovation and continuous improvement are key?

Would you like to join a world-leading materials and technology group driving sustainable solutions? This opportunity, based in Brussels, is for you!

Responsibilities as Senior Accountant:

• Supervise Record-to-Report (RTR) activities, including general ledger, fixed assets, intercompany transactions, payroll accounting, and financial reporting.
• Lead and mentor a nearshore team of finance professionals, providing guidance and fostering development.
• Manage month-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and review financial reports with a focus on accuracy and completeness.
• Act as a key point of contact for stakeholders on RTR matters, providing updates and resolving issues.
• Oversee financial systems and tools, ensuring effective utilization.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in optimizing and automating RTR processes.
• Participate in end-to-end improvement projects, including requirements gathering, testing, and implementation.

The ideal Senior Accountant:

• Holds a bachelor's or master's degree in economics, accounting, or equivalent experience.
• Has a solid understanding of IFRS accounting rules.
• Brings at least 5 years of relevant experience, ideally within manufacturing or automotive industries.
• Understands shared service center operations, SLAs, KPIs, and performance metrics.
• Possesses strong expertise in ERP systems, particularly SAP S/4HANA and its FI/CO and Fixed Assets modules.
• Has deep technical knowledge in accounting processes and a passion for automation projects.
• Is a collaborative team player, fluent in English; knowledge of Dutch, French, or German is an asset.
• Works in a structured way, adapts well to change, and consistently meets deadlines.