Description
ATB Therapeutics is a Biotech company developing a cutting-edge technology to produce a new kind of targeted therapy designed to treat cancers and auto-immune diseases. ATB Therapeutics has two Belgian R&D sites located in the Novalis Science Park (Marche-en-Famenne) and the VIB incubator (Ghent).
The company closed a successful Series A financing round of Euro 54 million in November 2024, and is backed by leading European and US investors.
To support our growing team, we are looking for an Accounts Payable Assciate to join us in Marche-en-Famenne site, helping us to smoothly run our finance processes.
We are looking for a great, enthusiastic team player with an eye for detail and a knack for numbers.
Your Role
As Accounting Manager at ATB Therapeutics, you will oversee the full accounting cycle, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, month-end and year-end closings, and financial reporting. You will play a key role in process optimization, ERP implementation, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and regulatory standards. This position is ideal for a professional with strong analytical skills and experience in a dynamic, international environment.
This is what you will be working on:
* Manage and supervise Accounts Payable processes, ensuring accuracy and timely payments.
* Oversee month-end and year-end closing activities, including reconciliations and reporting.
* Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
* Lead or actively participate in ERP implementation and automation projects.
* Develop and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
* Collaborate with management to provide financial insights and recommendations.
* Ensure compliance with IFRS and local GAAP standards.
Requirements
For a successful fulfilment of this position, we are interested in candidates meeting the following requirements:
* Bachelor's or master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics.
* Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in accounting or audit, preferably at a Big 4 firm or in an international environment, or in a similar position in a biotech or start-up company.
* Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
* Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and involvement in implementation projects.
* Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with automation tools.
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Strong communication skills to interact effectively across all levels of the organization.
* Proficient in English; knowledge of VAT/GST and multi-currency environments is a plus.
Our offer
Besides becoming part of a driven and growing, close-knit team, we offer a competitive salary with 32 holidays, a permanent contract, health insurance and meal vouchers, as well as several fun team events per year.
About ATB Therapeutics
Founded in 2018, ATB Therapeutics is a pioneering biotechnology company dedicated to the discovery and development of novel antibody therapies. Leveraging a proprietary technology platform based on plant molecular farming, ATB Therapeutics aims to deliver targeted solutions to high unmet medical needs, including oncology and autoimmune diseases, through innovative, next-generation weaponized antibody treatments.