Brussels (Hybrid: up to 3 days remote)
Contract type: permanent/employee
USP of the role: end-to-end responsibility for the accounting activities across multiple Belgian and Dutch legal entities. For our Client – Pernod Ricard – a rapidly growing international FMCG company, we are looking for an Accounting Lead/Manager who will oversee all accounting operations across the Benelux entities. In this pivotal role, you will manage a small team and act as the guardian of high-quality financial reporting, compliance, tax and internal controls.
As the right arm for the CFO, you are part of the senior leadership team and collaborate with both local stakeholders and global finance counterparts.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys impact, autonomy and continuous improvement within an accounting context.
Oversee general ledger activities, monthly closings, statutory accounts and Group reporting in full compliance with local GAAP and IFRS
Coordinate external audits and ensure timely follow-up on recommendations
Manage corporate tax, VAT and other statutory filings while safeguarding regulatory and internal control compliance
Lead the annual internal control review and track remediation actions
Provide financial insights to internal stakeholders and collaborate closely with FP&A on forecasting and reporting
Drive the Benelux accounting transformation roadmap, including ERP implementation, process alignment and change management
Support entity structure simplification and continuous automation of accounting processes
Lead, develop and coach the accounting team, providing hands-on support during peak periods or absences
Hybrid work model with up to three days remote per week
A senior leadership role with significant visibility and impact
Opportunity to help build and shape a modern, future-proof accounting structure
A dynamic work environment with an entrepreneurial mindset, low hierarchy and a young, energetic team
Bachelor or Master’s degree in Accounting and/or Finance
~8+ years of relevant experience in A-Z accounting
~ A people management experience (hierarchical or functional) is necessary
~ Strong technical knowledge of local GAAP (Belgian and/or Dutch) and IFRS
~ knowledge of JDE, Navision or SAP is a strong asset
~ Experience in an international or multi-entity environment is an advantage
~ Team player with excellent people skills and the ability to develop others
~ Ability to communicate clearly with both financial and non-financial stakeholders