Senior Financial Accountant

Uni Systems; Brussel Hoofdstad; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Uni Systems is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to support the International F&A department, overseeing daily accounting operations for all entities and mentoring junior staff. You will lead month-, quarter-, and year-end closings, prepare journal entries and reconciliations, and ensure tax declarations are accurate and timely.

The role requires strong ERP experience (SAP), advanced Excel skills, and deep knowledge of EU VAT principles and local GAAP.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of accounting or finance experience.
• Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and month-end close.
• ERP experience with SAP and advanced Excel.
• English fluency; French is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals.
• Oversee AP/AR processes and ensure deadlines.
• Review aging reports and manage overdue items.
• Manage bank and petty cash reconciliations.
• Prepare VAT, EC, VIES and other tax declarations.
• Perform balance sheet and P&L variance analyses.
• Support process improvements and automation in accounting.
• Mentor junior team members and share knowledge.
• Ensure compliance with local GAAP.
• Assist in quarterly financial reporting.

Skills

Month-end close

Journal entries

Reconciliations

SAP ERP

Excel skills

Tax knowledge

English proficiency

French language

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

The Senior Financial Accountant supports the daily financial operations of the International F&A department, contributing to the seamless functioning of the accounting processes for all company entities & supporting junior team members.

What will you be bringing to the team?

• Lead the month, quarter, and year-end closing processes, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals.
• Oversee AP/AR processes, ensuring compliance with policies and deadlines.
• Review and analyze aging reports and take proactive action on overdue items.
• Manage bank and petty cash reconciliations.
• Prepare and review VAT, EC, VIES, and other tax declarations, ensuring timely submission and accuracy.
• Perform balance sheet and P&L variance analyses and recommend corrective actions as needed.
• Support the implementation of process improvements and automation initiatives within accounting.
• Mentor and support junior team members in daily activities & facilitate knowledge exchange.
• Ensure compliance with local GAAP.
• Assist in preparing the quarterly financial reporting

What do you need to succeed in this position?

• Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting or finance.
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting standards, financial reporting, and month-end closing processes.
• Proven proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and strong Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reconciliation abilities.
• Strong understanding of tax and VAT principles applicable in EU jurisdictions.
• Knowledge of IAS/ IFRS will be considered a plus.
• Excellent use of English, both written and verbal.
• Good command of French is desirable.

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