Financial Controller - Belgium

Qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA)

Fluent in French

Experience in managing a team of accountants and managing 3rd party accounting providers

Track record of driving continuous improvement of entity accounting, close and reporting related systems and processes

Ability to have a hands-on approach but also have experience to delegate as required and supervise the work of others

Computer skills including the ability to operate

computerized accounting, spreadsheet (Excel), and email (Outlook) at an advanced level

Ability to work in a changing environment, proactively responding to changing requirements

Ability to work with the team and independently, self- starter with ability to bring other, non-financial, teams along a journey

Excellent risk assessment and prioritisation skills

Accuracy and attention to detail

Good written and verbal communication skills

Strong analytical skills with ability to communicate effectively across the organisation

Pro-active self-starter with an enthusiastic approach for delivering results

Challenges the status quo, drives and accepts change readily

Strong team player and ability to manage effectively

Desirable

SOX knowledge (knowledge from a business with strong focus on controls)

SAP Finance Module

>3 years’ experience in a multi-currency multi-site company

Audit and/or month end close experience