Senior Accountant
Our client is a fast-paced US multinational which is listed on the NYSE. For their office based in the Zaventem/Diegem region, they are currently looking for a Senior Accountant (m/f).
Reporting to the Regional Accounting Manager, your main responsibilities are the accounting for their Dutch business including:
- The general ledger, incl. ownership of the month end processes including, intercompany, accruals/prepayments, fixed assets, FX etc
- Monthly management accounts preparation, including margin review and review of actuals vs. budget by profit centre;
- Reconciliation and analysis of balance sheet accounts;
- Reporting of opportunities and risks to the Regional Finance Manager and business;
- Follow up of Treasury/Bank/Debt interest, supervision of daily/monthly bookings; liaison with external Bank and with internal Treasury team;
- Improving existing processes, controls and systems;
- Providing support in terms of TAX activities;
- In charge of VAT/Intrastat Returns;
- Preparation of the statutory accounts;
- Liaison with external auditors, Dutch tax authorities and Dutch payroll services providers;
- Involvement in budgeting/forecasting process;
- Ad hoc analysis as required by the business units;
- Supervision of 2 people.
The successful candidate has a Bachelor or Master in Accounting, Economics, Finance or equivalent by experience, combined with an experience of at least 6 years as an Accountant within an international Blue Chip company or in the fiduciary department of a Big 4. Candidates with experience in external audit only will be considered as well. Knowledge of US GAAP and/or Dutch GAAP is a very strong asset. A Certified Accountant Certification (IEC/IAB) is a very strong plus. A very good knowledge of Dutch and English is required. Knowledge of French is an asset. A good general IT knowledge is required. Experience with SAP is a strong asset.
The ideal candidate is a driven self starter with a direct communication style, an open mind and a positive attitude. Furthermore, he/she is flexible, results oriented and is able and willing to work in a fast pace environment. He/she is also dynamic, proactive and has good leadership skills. The ideal candidate will also be enthusiastic and deadline oriented.
In return, our client offers a challenging position within an international company offering growth opportunities and an attractive salary package.
Interested applicants can send a detailed curriculum vitae in English for the attention of Mr. François-Xavier Ragot or Mrs. Graziella Malou (with reference FRA/275150) to the following address: Robert Walters, Avenue Louise 149 box 33, 1050 Brussels.
E-mail: belux@robertwalters.com - Web: http://www.robertwalters.com.