Head of Accounting

Il y a 17 heures

Charleroi, Région wallonne, Belgique Sabena Engineering Temps plein
Sabena Engineering is a leading independent and international aviation solutions provider for civil and military operators. Our capabilities cover the main aircraft types, including Airbus, Boeing, Lockheed, regional and military aircraft and rotor aircraft. With our unique and innovative solutions to both regular and complex needs, Sabena Engineering is all set to grow as a worldwide proximity partner, bringing its expertise wherever needed.

Sabena Engineering is part of a unique industrial ecosystem in the Belgian aerospace industry which is owned by Sabena Aerospace (holding company) and by the Société Fédérale de Participations et d’Investissements (SFPI/FPIM)

Are you ready to join us? Your Main Responsibilities: Accounting & Closing

Oversee and actively contribute to the preparation of monthly, and annual closings

Prepare and deliver detailed financial reporting by activity, ensuring consistency and alignment across business units

Ensure accuracy and reliability of financial statements

Manage complex accounting entries

Ensure compliance with local GAAP and regulatory requirements

End-to-End Accounting Supervision

Supervise all accounting cycles, including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Stock and work in progress, Payroll accounting, Intercompany transactions.

Ensure proper execution of processes and internal controls

Tax & Compliance

Oversee all tax matters (VAT, corporate tax, and other local taxes)

Ensure full compliance with legal and regulatory requirements

Act as the main point of contact for auditors, external advisors, and tax authorities

Identify and mitigate tax and compliance risks

Team Management & Organization

Lead, structure, and develop the accounting team

Set priorities and ensure delivery in a demanding environment

Improve processes, tools, and ways of working

Operational Support & Process Improvement

Remain hands-on on critical operational topics

Ensure continuity of key processes (including approvals, financial flows, etc.)

Drive continuous improvement and strengthen accounting processes

Your Profile:

Strong expertise in general accounting

Proven experience across all accounting cycles (AP, AR, Payroll, Intercompany)

Solid knowledge of tax and regulatory requirements

Experience with fast-closing environments is a strong plus

Good command of ERP systems, ideally SAP and Microsoft Dynamics

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (macros, pivot tables, complex financial models) — a core requirement for this role;

Knowledge in English.

Highly autonomous and self-driven: able to manage priorities independently, take initiative and deliver results with minimal supervision

Analytical and curious mind

Team player, assertive, strong in communication, proactive and stress-resistant

Our Offer:

Join the Sabena Engineering family, which is passionate about aviation and fully dedicated to its success. Within our organization, everyone contributes to our target to meet our customers’ needs, with their own expertise and their responsible behaviour.

Have the great opportunity to contribute with us to bringing aviation expertise wherever needed.

Benefit from a competitive package and develop your skillset to contribute to the company’s success.