Head of Finance

Drive financial excellence and strategic growth as the next Head of Finance in the insurance sector, based in Brussels. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced finance professional to lead and shape the financial operations of a dynamic insurance organization, ensuring accurate reporting, regulatory compliance, and the strategic use of financial insights while fostering a high-performing finance team.

Your responsibilities as a Head of Finance :

• Supervise financial closings and regulatory reporting, ensuring full compliance with applicable laws and standards
• Collaborate with auditors, tax advisors, and regulators, integrating accounting, fiscal, and legal changes into daily operations
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, monitor profitability, and deliver strategic financial analyses with the development of management dashboards
• Manage daily treasury operations and monitor financial and real estate assets
• Lead the finance team, set objectives, support employee development, and optimize processes
• Drive cross-functional projects, supporting other departments in strategic decisions and the launch of new products

About the candidate :

• You hold a Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Management, with additional specialization in taxation or insurance as a plus; certification as a chartered accountant is advantageous
• You have 7–10 years of finance experience within the insurance sector, including familiarity with Solvency II requirements
• You have proven team leadership experience and a strong understanding of Belgian accounting and fiscal regulations
• You are proficient in ERP systems (Agresso, SAP, or equivalent), Power BI, and advanced Excel.
• You speak professional-level Dutch and French
• You demonstrate strategic vision, a hands-on approach, organizational excellence, and leadership with a coaching style
• You are resilient under pressure, able to communicate complex matters clearly, and possess strong analytical and pragmatic skills

Key success factors :

• Timely and accurate reporting with no major audit findings
• Effective management of budget variances
• Continuous improvement and automation of processes
• Maintaining a stable, motivated, and committed finance team

The offer :

• Attractive salary and net allowance package
• Company car provided
• Hospitalization and group insurance (pension) coverage
• Life insurance and sector-specific bonus
• Meal vouchers and eco-vouchers
• Generous vacation entitlement: 33 days
• Hybrid work model: 2–3 days per week after integration period

This role offers the chance to make a tangible impact as a Head of Finance, shaping both the financial strategy and operational excellence of the organization. If you are a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills and a passion for finance, this opportunity in Brussels is designed for you.

Robert Walters Belgium is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.