Head of Accounting

Want to lead accounting operations for a major international consumer goods company, managing the books for a portfolio of premium brands distributed across 150+ countries?Join a leading Benelux operation as Head of Accounting, where you will oversee financial accounting, treasury, tax, and compliance across Belgian and Dutch entities, while driving the transformation of accounting processes through ERP implementation and team integration in a multi-billion euro organization with global reach.Key responsibilities as Head of Accounting BeneluxOversee general ledgers, monthly closings, and financial statements for Belgian, Dutch, and multiple holding entitiesManage relationships with external auditors, coordinate audits internally, and ensure compliance with local GAAP and IFRS requirementsOversee corporate tax, VAT, and other tax filings, working with advisors to optimize tax positionImplementation of a new ERP systemYou have strong technical expertise combined with business partnering skills. You work strategically yet hands-on, drive process improvements, and communicate effectively with finance and non-finance stakeholders in a matrix organization.What you bring as Head of Accounting BeneluxMaster in Accounting degree or business managementBetween 8 and 15+ years professional experience in accounting/auditFinancial accounting, IFRS, Belgian/Dutch GAAP, tax, and internal controlEnglish / Dutch (good knowledge minimum)The OfferCompetitive salary packageCompany carPart of the Benelux leadership team, reporting to the Benelux CFOLead major transformation projects (ERP implementation, team integration, process harmonization)Work with premium global brands in the consumer goods industryInternational exposure with 18,000+ employees across multiple continentsOccasional travel to AmsterdamJoin a dynamic team that values diversity and inclusionThis is your opportunity to combine technical accounting excellence with strategic leadership in a global premium brand environment where your work shapes the financial foundation of a leading international company.Interested? Apply online or call us at 09 286 84 26 if you have any questions. You can also email us anytime at brussels@waltspencer.com.