Freelance Senior Accountant

Freelance Senior Accountant Position.

This position sits within the central finance team and will involve both hands-on accounting work and light coaching responsibilities for a small group of junior accountants. The mission offers an excellent opportunity to work within a dynamic, fast-evolving industry environment with a mix of operational and analytical responsibilities.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Manage general accounting operations including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and month-end and year-end closings.
• Ensure compliance with Belgian GAAP and group accounting policies, maintaining accurate financial records for local and consolidated reporting.
• Prepare VAT declarations, tax filings, and statutory documentation in collaboration with external auditors and advisors.
• Support the preparation of financial statements and management reports, providing analysis on variances and key performance indicators.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (procurement, billing, and operations) to resolve accounting discrepancies and improve process efficiency.
• Review and validate postings prepared by junior accountants, offering guidance, feedback, and day-to-day coaching to ensure quality and consistency.
• Contribute to the rollout of system or process improvements related to automation, reporting tools, or internal controls.
• Assist in ad-hoc financial projects and provide operational support to the Finance Manager during peak closing periods.

Requirements for the Candidate

• Experience: Minimum 5+ years of accounting experience, ideally within a corporate or industrial environment. Prior exposure to the Telecoms, Technology, or Utilities sectors is a strong plus.
• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Technical Skills:
• Strong understanding of Belgian GAAP; knowledge of IFRS is an asset.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and familiarity with financial reporting tools.
• Soft Skills:
• Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset.
• Good communication skills and the ability to support and guide junior team members.
• Proactive, structured, and capable of working independently in a fast-paced, project-driven setting.

Project Details:

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Length: 12 Months

Contract Type: Freelance

Location: Brussels

Hours Per Week: 40

Onsite Policy: 50%

Language: English (French or Dutch is a strong bonus)

If interested, please send your most up to date CV over to gabriel.toma@vividresourcing.com .