Accounting Manager

A well-known engineering company, based in Antwerp, is looking for an Interim Accounting Manager for an assignment of minimum 6 months. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a dynamic department in a fast-paced environment.

The Interim Accounting Manager's key responsibilities will include:

• Oversee day-to-day activities of Belgium entity’s accounting department including Branches;
• Improve team’s efficiency and productivity through reorganization and / or process improvement;
• Supervise and coordinate accounting team’s activities (Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), General Ledger (GL);
• Analyse balance sheet accounts on a regular basis;
• Internal control and statutory compliance;
• Ensure book compliance with BGAAP and IFRS accounting standards;
• Timely execution of monthly/ quarterly/annual closings and reporting cycles
• Tax administration (VAT, corporate tax etc.…);
• Responsible for the preparation of financial and tax audits of the Belgian entity;
• Preparation of annual accounts and quarterly and/or annual reporting to the Works Council.

The key qualifications required for this interim management job:

The Interim Manager has a sound experience as Accounting Manager in an international environment. You have strong leadership and people management skills as well as broad technical skills (IFRS-BE Gaap). You are able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. You work well-organized and structured, with an eye for details. You are fluent in English and Dutch. An IT mind is a plus.

You are preferably available immediately for an assignment of minimum 6 months.

If you are an Interim Manager eager to take on this challenging assignment as Accounting Manager, send us your resume today.

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