Lead Accountant

Our client has a team of highly skilled professionals who contribute to the company's success and growth.

To further strengthen its finance department, we are seeking a Lead Accountant who will oversee financial operations, ensure accurate reporting, and provide strategic guidance to support the company's economic stability and future growth:

• Perform closing tasks such as calculation, booking, reconciliation, and clearing of general ledger accounts in a timely and accurate way.
• Participate as an auditor in the annual LHG ICS (Internal Control System).
• Contribute with his/her accounting expertise, playing an essential role during the SAP4HANA implementation and the Finance Transformation Program, by guaranteeing that the new software and way of working comply with Belgian GAAP statutory requirements.
• Lead accounting projects to deal with new company activities or efficiency projects.
• Be the point of contact for internal and external auditors regarding the assigned areas of responsibility.

Your profile

• Chartered accountant in Belgium
• Experience in both Belgian Statutory accounting and IFRS
• Experience in a complex international accounting environment
• Experience in leading projects
• Overall minimum 5 years of business experience
• SAP knowledge
• Excellent Excel knowledge
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Analytical skills, organized, focused on improvements, facts, and accuracy
• Positive and collaborative mindset
• Ability to diagnose and structure complex issues
• Team player who is not afraid to take the lead on projects
• Languages: Proficient in English and Dutch.

What we offer

• A flexible reward plan that allows you to optimize part of your salary;
• A flexible work environment focused on activity-based working & home office possibility;
• Travel benefits;
• Company car (or car allowance);
• Profit sharing;
• Group insurance;
• Company medical plan (optional);
• Meal- & eco vouchers;
• Representation & homeworking allowance;
• A spot in a very enthusiastic team & a great company to work for.

Join our Client, and take the next step in your career by contributing to a dynamic and growing company that values expertise, innovation, and professional development.

Apply now and be part of our success story!

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• SAP: 1 year (Required)
• Accounting: 5 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)
• Dutch (Preferred)
• French (Preferred)