Accounting

Acccountant | Non-Profit | Brussels

Our client, an international sustainability-focused organisation, is looking for an Account Payables / GL Accountant to join its Brussels Finance team.

Why apply?

Our client is an international non-profit organisation dedicated to improving the sustainability and responsibility of global supply chains.
Supported by recurring membership-based revenues, the organisation benefits from a particularly stable financial position. You will join a modern, international and friendly environment with colleagues from many different nationalities.

Your duties and responsibilities?

Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, you will play a key role in the Finance team and contribute to the progressive internalisation of the Belgian accounting function.

Process, record and follow up on supplier invoices.
Manage the Accounts Payable process and ensure timely payments.
Ensure the accuracy and quality of accounting data.
Contribute to general ledger accounting and account reconciliations.
Ensure compliance with Belgian accounting principles and BEGAAP.
Monitor compliance with Belgian administrative and legal requirements.
Contribute to the improvement of accounting processes and the implementation of the new accounting system.
Collaborate with external accountants, advisors and tax consultants.
Act as an internal point of contact for external accounting and tax partners.
Gradually take responsibility for VAT-related activities.
Support monthly and annual closing activities.

Ideal Profile

Experience: You have relevant experience in Belgian accounting, with a background in Accounts Payable, General Ledger or a combination of both. The number of years of experience is less important than your hands-on knowledge of Belgian accounting.
Languages: You are fluent in Dutch or French, with a preference for Dutch, and are comfortable working in English in an international environment.
Qualifications: You have a relevant degree or equivalent accounting background and a solid understanding of BEGAAP and Belgian accounting and administrative requirements.

The offer

A competitive gross salary aligned with your experience and the market.
Meal vouchers.
DKV hospitalisation insurance.
A particularly attractive pension plan.
Company mobile phone.
2 days of office presence per week, with flexibility regarding the days.
A stable and international working environment.
A reasonable workload promoting a genuine work-life balance.
Free and unlimited parking.
A role offering increasing autonomy and responsibility as the accounting function is progressively brought in-house.
Potential exposure to broader Business Finance topics depending on your interests and experience.

Benefits