Our client is searching for a Financial Manager for its Belgian branch.
The Financial Manager Belgium shall be in charge of leading the accounting & Finance Team (4 to 5 people). His/her responsibility will include amongst others:
* Provide leadership, direction and management for the finance and accounting team
* Provide strategic recommendations to the CEO/Group CFO
* Drive the production of the financial statements on a quarterly basis by the accounting department
* Prepare the quarterly consolidation of the Belgian branches of the Group
* Ensure that the tax filing is done properly and on a timely basis
* Prepare reliable current and forecasting reports
* Ensure that the closing operations for all the companies (+/- 35) are properly done by the accounting team
* Manage the audit of the yearly financial statements
* Ensure cash situation is appropriate for company’s operations
* Propose enhancement of processes and accounting tools
* Maintain adequate contact with the CEO and the team of the company on a timely basis to ensure proper reflection of the business in the account and forecasts
* Organize and ensure the internal reporting is done on a timely basis
* Participate to the acquisition and sale process of projects (pro-forma computations of share prices, review of share purchase agreements)
* Ensure compliance with the law and company’s policies
* Ensure the administrative follow-up of HR management
Requirements and skills:
* Proven experience as Chief Accountant or Financial Controller
* Strong leadership and organizational skills
* Excellent data analysis and forecasting skills
* Ability to strategize and solve problems
* Excellent communication and people skills
* Analytical mind
* (CPA is a strong advantage)
* University degree
* French/English
* Experience in team management
* Experience in real estate is preferable but not required
* This position is open to both employees and freelancers (Long Term).