EMEA Financial IFRS Accountant

Are you looking for complexity in a dynamic environment where you can grow as a professional?

What we expect you to do?

• You are responsible for closings of 60 entities according to the group standards (IFRS-J) as well as to the Belgian statutory rules.
• You follow-up and monitor the operational accounting tasks happening at the level of the European HQ and assists the team when necessary.
• You supervise the strict workflow in function of the deadlines and evaluate the existing systems and procedures in order to optimize the day to day operations.
• Based on the internal control procedures (according to J-Sox rules), you ensure the correctness of the figures and procedures.
• You work closely together with the auditors (internal and external); with the departments Finance, Corporate Planning and Manufacturing Planning.
• You monitor the closing activities and operational accounting activities of the Shared Service Centre.
• You are part of a team that closely works together and support your colleagues in the accounting team in the consolidation activities on EMEA level. This can involve as well control activities, the consolidation process itself and the resulting reporting to our mother company.
• From a headquarter perspective, you will be involved in a wide range of accounting-related projects. These projects include optimizing, harmonizing, and updating European reporting and valuation rules, as well as managing changes in group structure.
• This role requires close collaboration with other headquarter departments and our affiliates within the EMEA region.

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What we are looking for?

• You have a Master degree, preferably in an economical/financial area.
• You have at least 2 to 5 years of experience in a similar position or you were employed in a big 4 company, or an accounting firm, or you held a controlling position for a similar period of time.
• You have strong analytical skills, can keep overview in all situations and think out-of-the-box.
• You are skilled in presenting complex accounting topics clearly and effectively to senior management and internal stakeholders.
• You are communicative, you are at ease in formal situations.
• As a team player, you take initiative, you are eager to learn and work efficiently.
• A good knowledge of Belgian GAAP is recommended. IFRS knowledge is a plus.
• Experience with SAP-FI and/or BW is an advantage.
• You are fluent in English. Knowledge of another European language is an asset.

What can you expect?

• A competitive salary package with company car and other fringe benefits
• Possibility to combine work and life given the flexible working environment (2 days homeoffice)
• A challenging role with a lot of responsibilities;
• Personal career development opportunities within a global company;
• A strong and solid management team allowing you to learn from experience leaders in the finance field.