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Head of Accounting

26/09/2025
PermanentBelgiumHybrid
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Job description

As Head of Accounting, you will oversee the company’s full accounting operations, managing a team of eight professionals. Your primary focus will be on fund accounting , ensuring compliance and accuracy in all financial recording and reporting. Working closely with senior management, you’ll guide the department in accordance with best practices and applicable regulations.

  • Lead general accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and closing processes.
  • Ensure timely preparation and delivery of financial statements and reports, following IFRS and local regulations.
  • Oversee tax law compliance for all relevant entities, in conjunction with external stakeholders.
  • Manage and reinforce motivational leadership within the team, supporting professional growth and maintaining strong staff engagement.
  • Coordinate and supervise internal and external audits, ensuring audit readiness and the timely resolution of findings.
  • Support financial planning tasks, including budgeting and financial analysis as needed.
  • Interact with clients and stakeholders, primarily Dutch-speaking but with sufficient command of French to operate effectively in a bilingual setting.
  • Ensure ongoing compliance with ITAA requirements; progress towards certification within one year is acceptable.

The typical environment emphasizes stability, human values, and flexible working, within a prominent firm in the insurance sector.

Profile description

We are looking for candidates who are passionate about accounting and who thrive in collaborative, people-oriented environments. The ideal person is an experienced finance professional who combines strong technical expertise with a hands-on leadership style, capable of inspiring and guiding a team to success.

  • Technical Proficiency: Solid background in general accounting, fund accounting, and financial reporting within a mid-sized or large organization, ideally with exposure to the insurance or financial services sector. Sound knowledge of IFRS standards and practical experience with tax law are important assets.
  • Qualifications: Candidates who hold (or are actively working towards) an ITAA accreditation are essential. We value those committed to continuous professional development.
  • Relevant Experience: We seek individuals with 5-20 years of relevant experience in accounting or audit, ideally gained in a Big 4, fiduciary, or similar demanding environment. Experience managing and developing accounting teams is highly valued.
  • Leadership: Proven ability to motivate, coach, and empower colleagues and to foster a culture of openness and trust. The right person is approachable, hands-on, and focused on results without losing sight of the team’s well-being.
  • Language Skills: Strong command of Dutch is essential, with a practical understanding of French highly desirable. The ability to communicate confidently with Dutch-speaking clients and stakeholders is necessary.
  • Personal Qualities: We value professionals who are proactive, reliable, and adaptable—individuals who bring both energy and stability to a team. The ideal candidate is open-minded, eager to contribute to the company’s growth, and keen to play a visible and lasting role in its success.
  • Mindset: Candidates who appreciate autonomy, flexibility, and are comfortable in a non-exclusive, fast-moving environment will fit in well. Integrity and a genuine passion for building long-term relationships are vital.

If you recognize yourself in this profile and want to join a stable, leading company that values both technical excellence and human connection, we encourage you to connect with us.

Number of open positions:
1 position
Job location:
Boulevard de la Woluwe 2 1150 Woluwe-Saint-Pierre, Belgium
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