Head of Accounting

Reporting directly to the Local Finance Manager and working in close dotted-line with the Group Accounting Manager, you will ensure the end-to-end management of accounting processes for six Belgian entities (both company and non-profit).

You will lead a team of 3 accountants and 1 business controller, oversee all accounting operations, and guarantee the timely and compliant delivery of financial reports and tax declarations in accordance with both local regulations and Group-level processes.

Your Responsibilities :

• Coordinate, organize, and supervise all accounting activities, ensuring proper execution of monthly and annual closings, VAT declarations, ISOC, Intrastat, BNB filings, etc.
• Actively support your team in operational tasks when needed (e.g. invoice encoding, catch-up for deadlines).
• Apply and promote Group processes at local level while ensuring full compliance with Belgian accounting and tax rules.
• Plan and monitor team deliverables with a strong focus on deadlines, structure, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure proper interaction with internal clients and external stakeholders (e.g. auditors, tax advisors such as BDO).
• Contribute to ongoing digitalization efforts (email automation, workflow streamlining).
• Act as a trusted partner to the Local Finance Manager and play a key role in knowledge transfer and upskilling within a dynamic finance team.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; specialization in Taxation is an asset.
• 10-15 years' experience in general accounting with solid people management exposure.
• End-to-end accounting expertise, from bookkeeping to annual accounts and tax declarations (ISOC, VAT, patrimonial tax).
• Strong knowledge of Belgian regulations and ability to manage multiple entities simultaneously.
• Experience with non-profit / ASBL structures is a plus.
• Operational mindset when needed.
• Proficiency in Excel is a must (pivot tables, formulas); familiarity with Teams and Agresso (Unit4) is an asset.
• Languages : fluent in French or Dutch with a good command of English (used in group interactions).
• Excellent communication skills, approachable, and structured. You know how to interact with both junior team members and senior leadership.
• Comfortable in a dynamic environment where initiative, accountability, and collaboration matter.
• Full-time permanent contract
• Full package (no company car included)
• Benefits package with flexible working hours, homeworking options, and career development opportunities.
• Easy access by public transport (downtown Brussels).
• Purpose-driven, people-oriented work culture with a young and passionate local finance team.