GL Accountant

The role requires a solid understanding of both IFRS and Belgian GAAP, as well as the ability to support external audits and ensure compliance with applicable accounting and statutory requirements. This position combines operational accounting with financial analysis, offering the opportunity to contribute to the quality of financial information and support management in making informed business decisions.

Key Responsibilities
General Ledger Accounting & Financial Reporting Manage and review general ledger accounts, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of accounting records. Prepare and support monthly and annual closing activities. Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate accounting discrepancies. Prepare and record accruals, provisions, prepayments and other closing entries. Ensure compliance with IFRS, Belgian GAAP, tax regulations and internal procedures. Support the preparation of statutory annual accounts in accordance with Belgian GAAP. Assist with group reporting and the preparation of financial information in accordance with IFRS. Support VAT reporting and other statutory reporting requirements. External Audit & Internal Controls Actively assist during external audits by preparing audit documentation, providing supporting schedules and responding to auditor requests. Coordinate the collection and preparation of accounting information required for the audit. Follow up on audit questions, proposed adjustments and outstanding audit items. Support the implementation of audit recommendations and improvements to internal controls. Ensure that accounting documentation is complete, accurate and readily available for audit purposes. Controlling & Financial Analysis Support the preparation and analysis of monthly financial reports, budgets and forecasts. Analyse actual results against budget and forecast, identifying variances and explaining key drivers. Monitor operating expenses and support cost-control initiatives. Contribute to management reporting and financial performance analyses. Assist in improving the quality, accuracy and efficiency of financial reporting processes. Perform ad hoc financial analyses and support other finance projects as required. Coordination & Process Improvement Collaborate with the Shared Service Centre to ensure timely and accurate accounting processes. Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies in cooperation with relevant stakeholders. Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and strengthen internal controls. Profile & Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field. Relevant experience in general ledger accounting, preferably in an international or multi-entity environment. Good knowledge of IFRS and Belgian GAAP, with the ability to apply the relevant accounting principles in practice. Experience with month-end and year-end closing procedures. Experience supporting external audits and preparing audit documentation. Previous exposure to controlling, budgeting, forecasting or financial analysis. Good understanding of Belgian statutory accounts and tax requirements such as VAT and Corporate taxes. Experience with ERP systems; knowledge of Oracle is an advantage. Strong Excel skills and the ability to analyse financial data. Competencies Analytical mindset: Able to understand financial figures, identify discrepancies and explain variances. Technical accounting knowledge: Applies IFRS and Belgian GAAP principles accurately and understands their practical implications. Hands-on approach: Takes ownership of operational accounting tasks while contributing to broader finance activities. Accuracy and attention to detail: Ensures reliable accounting records and high-quality reporting. Proactive problem-solving: Investigates issues, proposes solutions and follows through to completion. Organisation and prioritisation: Manages multiple deadlines, particularly during month-end closing and external audits. Communication and teamwork: Works effectively with Finance colleagues, auditors and other departments. Continuous improvement: Identifies opportunities to improve processes, reporting quality and internal controls.

What We Offer
A varied role combining general ledger accounting, financial reporting and controlling. Exposure to both IFRS group reporting and Belgian statutory accounting. Direct involvement in the external audit process. Opportunities to develop technical accounting expertise and analytical skills. The opportunity to contribute to the continuous improvement of Finance processes.