About The Role
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We are looking for a motivated, proactive, and detail-oriented Corporate Accounting Trainee to join our Finance team in Brussels. The trainee will support the Senior Manager and the local Finance team (2 members) while collaborating closely with the Madrid-based team (1 member). This role provides a great opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a dynamic, international environment, working across multiple locations and accounting frameworks.
Duration & Start Date
DURATION: 6 months or more
Start Date: As soon as possible
Key Responsibilities
Accounting
Assist with general accounting activities in accordance with the Spanish General Accounting Plan (PGC)
Assist with general accounting activities in accordance with IFRS rules
Follow up of process for issued and received invoices
Support payroll accounting and postings
Assist with provisions, loans, interest, and tax accounting
Tax Compliance
Support the preparation and submission of tax forms (withholding tax – IRPF, VAT, intra‑community transactions)
Perform daily review of SII (Immediate Supply of Information) submissions
Act as a point of contact with the external party who is in charge of taxes
Cash Management
Support with manual and urgent payments
Support direct debit processes and banking formalities
Reporting
Support the preparation and analysis of financial statements, including balance sheet and profit & loss
Assist in financial reporting tasks
Accounts Payable
Review and validate incoming invoices
Ensure correct coding and postings
Verify VAT treatment and approval workflows
Month‑End Closing
Support month‑end activities, including allocation of invoices by cost center, payroll postings, reconciliation and review of accounts, and travel expenses
Collaborate with both Brussels and Madrid teams to ensure timely and accurate closing
Administrative & Office Support
Manage and dispatch incoming and outgoing postal mail for the Finance department and the office
Perform document scanning, archiving, and digital filing
Support general administrative tasks related to Finance and office operations
Perform additional accounting and finance‑related tasks as required
Requirements
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field
Languages
Fluent English and French or Dutch (both written and spoken)
Additional languages are a plus
Technical Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (advanced level required)
Knowledge of SAP is a plus
Key Competencies
Proactive mindset with a strong sense of initiative
Sound judgment and decision‑making ability, with a balanced and responsible approach
Strong team player with excellent collaboration skills
Analytical thinking and attention to detail
Continuous improvement mindset, with the ability to propose ideas and process enhancements
Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills
Fluent in English
What We Offer
Hands‑on experience in corporate accounting within an international environment
Exposure to both local (Madrid) and headquarters (Brussels) operations
Learning and development opportunities within a professional finance team
The description of functions is merely indicative and not exhaustive. xphnsxz Accordingly, the employee shall perform any other duties inherent to the labour position and their professional group, in accordance with the company's directives.
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