Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant – Belgium (Belgian GAAP | IFRS | SAP | VAT)

Contract: Interim / Contract opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join an international organisation and take ownership of key accounting activities for the Belgian entity. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive finance professional who enjoys working independently, improving processes, and supporting a dynamic international environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, statutory compliance, and strong financial controls while collaborating with internal stakeholders and external advisors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including general ledger, accounts receivable, and financial reconciliations
• Own monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing activities
• Prepare statutory and management reporting, including balance sheet and P&L reconciliations
• Maintain fixed asset accounting, including capitalisation, depreciation, and disposals
• Prepare and review Belgian VAT returns and support EU VAT compliance requirements
• Support corporate tax reporting and statutory obligations
• Manage Intrastat reporting and other regulatory filings
• Support audit activities and liaise with external auditors and tax advisors
• Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations with international entities
• Support ERP master data management and process improvements
• Ensure compliance with internal financial controls and accounting policies

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline, or equivalent professional qualification
• 5 years of relevant accounting experience within a Belgian environment
• Strong knowledge of Belgian GAAP and IFRS
• Strong understanding of Belgian VAT principles and reporting processes
• Experience supporting Belgian tax compliance activities
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems
• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial data
• Experience working with international stakeholders and cross-border transactions
• Excellent communication skills in English

Desirable Experience:

• Experience within a multinational or R&D-driven environment
• Knowledge of Belgian R&D tax incentives / tax credit processes
• Experience with Intrastat and EU VAT reclaim processes
• Experience working independently in interim or consulting assignments
• Dutch language skills are advantageous