Accountant - Controller

For an international organization within the medical sector based in Ghent , we are looking for an experienced Accountant to support the financial management of the Belgian operations. In this varied role, you will take broad responsibility for a range of financial and accounting processes.

Your responsibilities

• You will manage the full accounting cycle (A to Z) for the Belgian entity and its related holding structure.
• You will be responsible for both general and analytical accounting , ensuring the accuracy and quality of financial data.
• You will act as the main point of contact for accounting and financial matters within the organization.
• You will handle monthly and annual closings and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• You will prepare annual accounts and various statutory and tax filings , including VAT, Intrastat and statistical reporting.
• You will monitor outstanding receivables and payables and process payments and payroll-related accounting entries.
• You will work closely with external partners and advisors on tax matters, subsidies and other financial topics.
• You will support the annual audit process and act as a key contact during financial audits.
• You will contribute to budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis , helping to identify and explain deviations from financial targets.
• You will perform balance sheet reconciliations and controls , ensuring that discrepancies are identified and followed up appropriately.
• You will actively contribute to the improvement and optimization of financial processes, systems and procedures , working closely with the corporate finance team.

About you

You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related field. You have at least 10 years of relevant experience in accounting. You have a strong knowledge of general and analytical accounting .

Experience in an international or corporate environment is considered an advantage. You have an excellent command of Dutch and English , both written and spoken. You have strong analytical skills and a keen eye for detail.

You are independent, proactive and solution-oriented , while also being a strong team player. You are able to set priorities and maintain a high level of accuracy, even when working under tight deadlines. You are IT-minded and comfortable working with ERP systems and Excel.