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Cost Accountant

24/06/2025
PermanentBelgiumHybrid
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As a Cost Accountant, you play a pivotal role in ensuring efficient and compliant financial operations across multiple entities. You are responsible for the processing and monitoring of all incoming invoices and outgoing payments, and you manage budget tracking as well as facilitate budget discussions with various departments. Your day-to-day includes the timely monthly closing for different companies, covering activities such as accruals, depreciation entries, and payroll journal postings.

  • Preparation of VAT declarations for businesses in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg.
  • Drafting financial cost reports to support management decisions and strategic planning.
  • Preparation of annual accounts for several legal entities, guaranteeing financial accuracy and adherence to reporting standards.
  • Primary point of contact for auditors during financial reviews and audits.

This role requires hands-on experience with Business Central/Navision, advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and a solid foundation in accounts payable, budgeting, monthly financial reporting, and financial reporting practices. Knowledge—or the willingness to deepen it—of EU VAT legislation is valued. Proficiency in Dutch and French is essential for effective internal and external collaboration. You will work within an experienced, high-standard team dedicated to excellence and long-term value creation.

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We are looking for candidates who thrive in dynamic and operational roles, displaying both energy and reliability in everything they do. You should bring a proactive and pragmatic mindset, always ready to anticipate challenges, contribute ideas, and take ownership of your work. Collaboration is at the heart of our philosophy – we value team players who communicate clearly and naturally foster constructive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.

  • Analytical and critical thinker: You approach financial topics with curiosity and a sharp, detail-oriented mindset, quickly identifying inconsistencies and opportunities for improvement with sound judgment.
  • Strong communicator: You can explain complex financial information in understandable terms, and you don’t hesitate to contribute your insights during budget discussions or cross-departmental meetings.
  • Committed learner: You have knowledge of VAT regulations in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg, or you display a genuine motivation to deepen your expertise in this area.
  • Tech-savvy and accurate: You are experienced with Microsoft Business Central/Navision and have advanced proficiency in Excel, using these tools comfortably for reporting and analysis.
  • Multilingual professional: Fluency in both Dutch and French enables you to operate efficiently within our international context and deliver clear communication to internal and external partners.
  • Discreet and ethical: Respect for confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism is second nature to you, echoing our culture of trust and long-term vision.
  • Collaborative spirit: You are inspired by a strong team dynamic, contribute to shared goals, and see the value in combining diverse perspectives for well-rounded solutions.

If you recognize yourself in this description, share our commitment to sustainable, tailor-made service and long-term client relationships, and possess a demonstrated background in accounts payable, budgeting, monthly financial reporting, and financial reporting, we would be delighted to meet you.

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