Consolidation Expert (Freelance) - Location: Brussels (hybrid)Role OverviewWe are looking for a Consolidation Expert to reinforce a central finance team within an international group environment.You will play a key role in the preparation and validation of monthly consolidated financial statements, working closely with local finance teams and auditors across multiple countries.Responsibilities1. Consolidation Planning & ExecutionContribute to the monthly consolidation process for a large, international group (±140 entities)Review, challenge, and validate financial data submitted by local entitiesSupport and guide local accountants in delivering accurate and timely reporting packagesEnsure strict adherence to group reporting deadlinesPerform quality checks on submitted figures and follow up on corrections where neededMonitor and control group-level consolidation flows (e.G. fixed assets, intercompany)Identify and resolve discrepancies or inconsistencies in the consolidation process2. Financial Reporting & AuditAnalyze and consolidate financial statements (Balance Sheet, P&L, Cash Flow) from multiple entitiesPrepare consolidated financial statements in line with IFRS (or equivalent standards)Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirementsSupport the external audit process by gathering required documentation and ensuring data accuracyContribute to achieving a clean audit opinion3. Risk & ControlsIdentify risks related to consolidation (e.G. misstatements, inconsistencies, control gaps)Contribute to improving controls and mitigating financial reporting risks4. Process ImprovementAnalyze and optimize the consolidation processIdentify opportunities for automation and efficiency gainsSimplify reporting flows and reduce manual interventionsContribute to improving data quality and consistency across entities5. Stakeholder ManagementAct as a key point of contact between group finance, local entities, and auditorsCommunicate clearly with senior stakeholders on consolidation topicsProvide explanations on complex accounting and consolidation mattersProfileMust-haveProven experience in financial consolidation / group reportingStrong knowledge of IFRS (or similar standards)Experience working in a multi-entity, international environmentHands-on involvement in monthly/quarterly closing cyclesStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsNice-to-haveExperience with consolidation tools (e.G. HFM, SAP Group Reporting, OneStream, Tagetik, etc.)Background in audit (Big4) or large corporate environmentsSoft SkillsStrong attention to detailAbility to work under tight deadlinesTeam-oriented mindsetProactive and solution-drivenLanguagesProfessional working proficiency in English required