Senior Accountant

FoodChain ID

. Maintain and review the general ledger, including closing entries, provisions, accrued expenses, accrued income and cut-off entries .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeHerstal • BelgiumSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in general accounting practices, including maintaining the general ledger, preparing financial statements, and managing intercompany transactions. Proficient in using accounting tools like NetSuite and ensuring compliance with tax regulations, particularly VAT.

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General Accounting ExperienceNetSuite ProficiencyVAT KnowledgeAnalytical SkillsAttention To Detail

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Hard Skills

General Ledger MaintenanceFinancial Statement PreparationBalance Sheet ReconciliationPeriod-End Closing ProcessesIntercompany TransactionsTax FilingsVariance AnalysisCost AllocationAccounting DocumentationData Reliability Improvement

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsSense Of ResponsibilityCuriosityIndependence

Tools & Technologies

NetSuiteERP Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree In Accounting

Industry Keywords

International AccountingMulti-Entity EnvironmentStatutory Financial StatementsFinancial ReportingAccounting Oversight

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain and review the general ledger, including closing entries, provisions, accrued expenses, accrued income and cut-off entries
Process or oversee transactions relating to suppliers, customers, banks, fixed assets and other general ledger entries
Reconcile balance sheet accounts and analyse income statement accounts
Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual closings within required deadlines
Analyse variances and report identified irregularities or risks
Ensure accounting records and supporting documents are accurate, complete and traceable
Prepare information required for annual accounts and statutory financial statements
Contribute to tax and periodic filings, particularly VAT returns
Assist with appendices, listings and other accounting and tax filings
Follow up on requests from statutory auditors, tax advisers and external partners
Document accounting treatments and maintain supporting documentation
Record and reconcile intercompany transactions, recharges, shared costs and management fees
Review intercompany balances and follow up with relevant entities
Contribute to accounting oversight of the French branch and certain German entities
Ensure costs and revenue are correctly allocated across entities, activities and periods
Help improve closing procedures and internal controls across the international scope
Prepare accounting information for group financial reporting
Provide analysis and explanations for account movements and unusual items
Help align accounting practices and document procedures
Identify ways to improve data reliability and reduce manual work
Use and help optimise accounting and finance tools, including NetSuite

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent qualification
Proven general accounting experience, ideally in an international or multi-entity environment
Good knowledge of period-end closing processes and accounting and tax requirements
Experience with VAT and intercompany transactions is an advantage
Knowledge of NetSuite or another ERP system is an advantage
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
Analytical mindset and ability to investigate variances
Ability to manage responsibilities independently and meet deadlines
Sense of responsibility and discretion when handling financial information
Good communication skills and ability to work with colleagues across countries and functions
Professional working knowledge of French and English
Knowledge of German is an advantage
Curiosity and willingness to contribute to continuous improvement
Right to work in the EU; visa sponsorship is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid / remote work arrangement
Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement
Work with international colleagues across countries and functions