Senior Consultant Accountancy Leuven

BDO Belgium; Haarlem; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

BDO Academy leadership development

ITAA certification support

Job summary

BDO Leuven is seeking a Senior Consultant Accountancy to transform financial data into strategic insights for a diverse client base, from SMEs to international corporations.

You will independently manage client accounts, provide personalised financial guidance during regular visits, and contribute to the preparation of interim statements, VAT returns, and annual financial statements while mentoring junior colleagues to grow into leaders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accountancy, Finance, or Economics.
• At least 2 years of accounting experience with solid technical skills.
• ITAA certification is a plus (we’ll support your journey).
• Fluency in Dutch and proficiency in English; French is a plus.
• Curious mindset with creative problem solving and optimistic approach.
• Strong collaboration and ability to communicate analytics under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage various client accounts.
• Provide personalised financial advice through regular client visits.
• Update financial results, prepare interim balance sheets, VAT returns, and annual statements.
• Mentor junior colleagues and develop leadership skills.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Client relationship management

Dutch language

English language

French language (nice to have)

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accountancy, Finance, or Economics

Tools

ITAA certification

Job description

Are you ready to use your analytical skills to make real business impact?

As Senior Consultant at BDO Leuven, you are the trusted advisor your clients need. You'll transform financial data into strategic insights that help businesses, from innovative SMEs to international corporations, make decisions with confidence and clarity.

Be part of building BDO Leuven’s future

Our new Leuven office offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth of our local presence. As a Senior Consultant Accountancy, you won’t just manage client portfolios — you’ll actively build long‑term relationships with entrepreneurs, expand your network and help shape the future of BDO Leuven.

What will you be doing?

• Independently manage various client accounts.
• Offer your clients personalised and pragmatic financial advice through regular visits. You’re their go‑to business advisor, carrying them from point A to point Z.
• Tackle detailed financial tasks: update clients’ financial results, prepare interim balance sheets, manage VAT returns, and compile annual financial statements and tax returns.
• Develop future talent by mentoring junior colleagues while building your leadership skills.

What do you bring to the table?

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accountancy, Finance, or Economics.
• At least 2 years of significant accounting experience, with solid technical skills.
• ITAA certification is a plus (we’ll support your journey).
• Fluency in Dutch and proficiency in English. French is a plus.
• Curious mindset with creative problem‑solving skills, always taking on challenges with an optimistic mindset.
• You love to collaborate with colleagues and clients, expressing your analytical insights in a thoughtful way, even with tight deadlines.

What do we bring to the table?

• Professional growth: leadership development through BDO Academy, mentorship programs, and ITAA certification support.
• Client variety: work with various types of clients from different sectors, from big SMEs to international companies and public sector organisations.
• Flexibility: hybrid working with at least one remote day per week based on team agreements.
• Supportive atmosphere: an open communication culture that fosters dialogue and diversity.
• Comprehensive package: competitive salary, company car, phone subscription plan, meal/eco vouchers, health insurance, pension plan, and our Flexible Income Plan.