FINANCE EXPERT

We are looking for a

As a LOCAL FINANCE EXPERT, you will be responsible for reliable and timely financial reporting for our Belgian and German entities, while also supporting the financial follow-up of the Italian branch. You will combine hands-on accounting expertise with a coordinating role, ensuring that local requirements, intercompany processes and group reporting standards are properly aligned.

You will take a leading role in the monthly and year-end closing processes. This includes preparing balance sheet reviews, following up on key reconciliations and ensuring that financial data is complete, accurate and submitted on time for group reporting.

You will also be responsible for coordinate the preparation of the local statutory accounts and provide the required financial information for external audits and tax reporting. By working closely with auditors, the Tax team and internal stakeholders, you help ensure a smooth and well-organized reporting process.

Throughout the month, you will investigate a broad range of accounting topics, including invoicing and intercompany issues, identify their underlying causes and coordinate practical solutions with colleagues across finance, controlling, HR, sales and other departments.

You will ensure that financial analyses, reconciliations and supporting documents are clearly structured and accessible. You will contribute to the annual workers council process and provide clear input for management and group reporting. With your proactive approach, you contribute to continuous improvement and to a strong, dependable local finance organization.

As part of this role, you will also stay closely connected with colleagues in Emmerich, with occasional travel to the site when needed to align on local finance topics and strengthen collaboration.

You'll succeed if:

• You hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field and bring at least five years of relevant experience, ideally as a chief accountant, general ledger accountant or in a similar role within a complex, international environment.
  
• You are familiar with statutory reporting, audits and different accounting frameworks, including local GAAP and IFRS. Knowledge of German GAAP is an asset, but above all you are open to learning and further developing your expertise in this area.
  
• Experience in one or more of the following areas is an advantage: branch structures, intercompany flows, payroll reconciliations, expatriate payroll set-ups, and financial systems such as SAP S/4HANA, Excel, FIRST or BFC.
  
• You look beyond the figures and understand the story behind the balance sheet and P&L.
  
• You work autonomously, challenge existing processes and collaborate easily with colleagues across finance, Tax, HR and other departments, including peers in other entities.
  
• You are comfortable exploring new or less clearly defined topics independently, such as new expat set-ups or other evolving local finance matters.
  
• You are structured, proactive and able to remain effective when priorities and deadlines come together.
  
• A strong command of Dutch and English is essential, both for local reporting requirements and for collaboration in an international environment. Knowledge of German and French is an asset.

Next to your skills, it is your drive and motivation that will make all the difference!

You will join a company with ambitious goals and a welcoming atmosphere. Both your personal development and work-life balance are equally important to us. You can expect an attractive salary and leave scheme, along with numerous benefits such as meal vouchers, CAO90, and options for car and bicycle lease plans. Additionally, we provide a solid insurance plan that you can rely on.