Accounting Manager - Brussels - Renewable Energy

In this role you will report to the head of finance and will be carrying out the following tasks:

• Lead the accounting function and ensure compliant financial reporting.
• Own the month-end and year-end close process.
• Manage, coach, and develop the accounting team (2 direct reports).
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of the General Ledger.
• Lead external audits and coordinate with auditors.
• Oversee Belgian and European VAT compliance.
• Advise on accounting policies and complex transactions.
• Review reconciliations, accruals, provisions, and key journal entries.
• Improve processes, controls, and accounting procedures.
• Drive finance systems, automation, and AI initiatives.

The ideal candidate matches the following criteria:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent
• Minimum 7 years of experience in accounting
• Fluent in French or Dutch and English
• Strong experience in VAT compliance and tax declarations.
• Experience with multi-country VAT registrations and compliance is a strong asset.
• Experience with Dynamics 365 is a plus
• Strong communication skills

Our client offers an unique package with a great work-life balance and flexibility scheme:

• Salary based on experience up to € 6.000 gross/month
• 13th month
• Net allowances € 265 /month
• 15 days / year work from abroad
• 2 days home office per week
• flexible working scheme
• Performance bonus
• Extensive insurance package: outpatient, dental, disability, life insurance and travel insurance
• Group Insurance at 7%
• Mealvouchers of 10 EUR / day
• Ecovouchers of 250 EUR / year
• public transport 100 % reimbursed
• iPhone/laptop
• 32 Vacation days + public holidays + 4 extra days