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Introduction
About the Company
Our client is a prestigious and internationally renowned law firm with over 30 offices in near 20 countries. The Brussels office, located in a vibrant and accessible area near a diverse and dynamic environment with over 180 employees representing more than 20 nationalities. With a long-standing history dating back to its foundation, the firm is committed to providing world-class legal services to both private and public clients. The firm offers a professional yet friendly atmosphere, a strong focus on diversity, and the opportunity to grow within a truly global structure.
Position Overview
The company is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to manage and oversee its Belgian accounting operations. This role is pivotal in ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of the company's financial processes while contributing to strategic planning and process improvement.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee accurate and timely month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Prepare general ledger journal entries, including accruals, prepayments, and provisions.
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory frameworks.
- Manage fixed asset accounting, ensuring proper recognition, depreciation, and disposals.
- Prepare, reconcile, and submit all statutory, regulatory, and compliance obligations while addressing queries from auditors and authorities.
- Monitor updates to local statutory and regulatory frameworks, adapting accounting processes as necessary.
- Collaborate with local managing partners and service teams to support budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and ad hoc financial analyses.
- Participate in finance projects, including ERP system optimization, and advocate for continuous improvement initiatives.
Profile
Candidate Profile
- Education: Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Experience: 2-5 years in a similar role, preferably within an international environment.
- Languages: Fluency in English is essential, with proficiency in French or Dutch.
- Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of IFRS, experience with ERP systems, and advanced Excel skills.
- Personal Attributes: Rigorous, self-motivated, team-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure setting.
Job Offer
What's on Offer
- Work Environment: A dynamic and multicultural workplace in the heart of Brussels.
- Contract: Full-time position (38 hours/week) with the option of 50% remote working.
- Salary: Competitive package, depending on experience.
- Benefits: group insurance and DKV health insurance, meal vouchers, net expenses, 13th-month salary and a €240 holiday gift bonus, paid language training opportunities …
- Team Structure: Work closely with the local finance team and collaborate with the foreign entities.
If you are looking for an opportunity to take your accounting career to the next level within a globally recognized firm, we encourage you to apply !
At Austin Bright, we are a team of professional and dedicated consultants specializing in the recruitment of financial profiles. We offer you a personalized, multilingual, and strictly confidential service.
If you wish to apply, send us your application at or call us at +32 (0)2 808 33 55.
