GL Accountant
Core
Ensuring accurate, complete, and timely financial reporting for Belgian, Dutch, and Luxembourg entities by managing the General Ledger and balance sheet.
Role type
Senior General Ledger Accountant (Benelux)
Builds
Monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close packages for Benelux entities
Domain
Finance / Accounting / Benelux region
Required skills
General Ledger management, financial closing coordination, journal entry preparation, balance sheet reconciliations, local accounting compliance, ERP systems (SAP/Oracle), Excel proficiency, legal reporting support, audit support
Preferred skills
Benelux region experience, French language knowledge, process improvement mindset, automation interest
Technologies
SAP, Oracle, Excel
Responsibilities
Manage General Ledger and balance sheet bookkeeping for Benelux entities; Coordinate and execute monthly, quarterly, and year-end closings; Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, provisions, and prepayments; Ensure accurate balance sheet reconciliations and resolve open or unusual items; Oversee compliance with local accounting requirements and Group policies; Provide accounting support and functional guidance to AP and AR; Support legal reporting, tax activities, and internal/external audits; Collaborate with Controlling, Payroll, Group Finance, and other stakeholders; Identify opportunities to improve, standardize, and automate accounting and closing processes; Support finance transformation and ERP-related initiatives