Finance Manager – Ghent Tech Scale-Up
Are you an experienced Finance Manager who thrives on constant improvements, collaboration and taking ownership? Does the idea of working in a scaling environment in the tech (IoT) sector excite you?
If so, we are looking for you! At Sensolus, you will not only make a significant impact but also have the ability to foster your own professional growth. You will play a crucial role in shaping our financial operations and driving our success.
Here is what you can expect in this role:
As Finance Manager at Sensolus, you will take full ownership of our financial operations and play a very hands-on operational role in BEGAAP accounting and tax compliance, accurate monthly reporting and sound cash management. You will also act as a key sparring partner and right hand to the CFO, where strategic financial insights and a continuous drive for improvement are essential to support our dynamic, scaling environment. Coaching and leading our Finance Accountant and building out a finance team in line with our company growth will be the cherry on top of your endeavours.
Here is what you can expect in this role:
* Taking on an operational role, with full ownership of the key end-to-end financial processes: accounting, consolidation, tax, controlling and reporting.
* Ensuring full compliance with Belgian legal, tax, and accounting requirements. You will roll up your sleeves and get it done! For example:
o monthly closings and financial reports,
o monthly VAT returns & other legal filings
o complying with corporate income taxes, annual accounts, transfer pricing obligations, etc.
* Managing the day-to-day tasks (international accounting, payments, budgets, forecasts, cost control) is just as important to you as the bigger strategic projects.
* Liaising with external accountants, tax consultants, auditors, banks, and subsidy agencies alike is no challenge for you as you are a natural communicator.
* Identifying and implementing process improvements (ex. automation of KPI reporting, accounting & invoicing flows) is rewarding to you.
* You will help with fleet, expense management, insurances and subsidies.
* You see the bigger picture and partake in strategic discussions with the CFO, with financial planning and business modelling skills to back it up.
You’d fit in well if you:
* Have a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in internal finance operations, ideally including time spent in a scaling or international environment. Additional background in audit or consulting is a plus.
* Have hands-on (operational) experience with BEGAAP A-Z accounting (knowledge on IFRS a plus) and tax regulations, as well as financial consolidation in international settings.
* Have hands-on experience with VAT returns, corporate tax declarations, and Belgian annual reporting obligations.
* Are an ambitious, communicative teamplayer, ready to dive into the details, yet capable of stepping back to see the bigger picture.
* Are pragmatic, solution-oriented, and comfortable with working in a fast-paced environment. You like to bring a good balance between a hands-on operational execution and strategic big picture thinking.
* You take great pride in your eye for detail and analytical mindset.
* Affinity and experience with the tech industry and SaaS/PaaS offerings.
* Communicate fluently in both Dutch and English.
* Are proficient with accounting tools, Excel, and preferably reporting software. Having worked with ExactOnline and TeamLeader is a bonus.
What do we offer?
💰 A competitive salary package in line with your experience
🍝 Attractive benefits such as meal vouchers, health insurance and a cafeteria plan
🏝️ Enjoy up to 32 days of annual leave and flexible working hours, giving you the freedom to manage your own schedule
🏰 An amazing HQ in Ghent (packed with snacks & drinks) with the possibility of working from home 2 days a week
🙏 You will be a part of a goal driven finance team that fosters personal growth, teamwork and collaboration between departments
🚀 You can take on a dynamic role with significant responsibility. You have the opportunity to shape the financial future of a rapidly scaling business
🏃♀️ A unique work environment: enjoy fun activities like group marathons, "Fat Thursday" on the last Thursday of the month, and sports during lunch breaks
Excited about the opportunity to grow personally and professionally in a scaling technology company? Do you want to join our passionate, entrepreneurial team in an environment that values teamwork, initiative and results? Apply now and pop by for a coffee!