About the role

  • Head of Finance overseeing accounting and controlling in Belgium, France, and Netherlands. Leading financial rigor and process excellence in a multinational context.

Responsibilities

  • As Head of Finance Western Europe Countries, responsible for leading all Accounting and Controlling activities.
  • Ensures accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls.
  • Provides support to operational and business leadership.
  • Drives process excellence and supports effective decision making across the Area.
  • Manages Accounting and Controlling teams, fostering accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Develops team capabilities through coaching and performance expectations.
  • Oversees all bookkeeping and accounting operations ensuring compliance with policies.
  • Guarantees accuracy of financial records and coordinates audits.
  • Leads monthly and annual closings for Area entities.
  • Supports budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.

Requirements

  • You hold a master's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics or an equivalent qualification.
  • You bring 10 years of relevant experience in a Big 4 environment, financial management and/or Business Controlling.
  • You have experience in an industrial, multisite, or multinational context.
  • You master MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
  • You are proficient in SAP FI/CO ; knowledge of Tagetik or Power BI is an asset.
  • You demonstrate strong analytical abilities and solid financial modelling skills.
  • You work in a structured, analytical, and process‑driven way.
  • You show strong leadership and people‑management capabilities.
  • You communicate clearly and can influence effectively within a matrix organization.
  • You work autonomously and manage multiple priorities with ease.
  • You pay close attention to detail while keeping the ability to step back and see the bigger picture.

Benefits

  • Flexible working hours
  • Home working policy
  • Competitive salary package and benefits
  • A lot of growing possibilities
  • A strong HR and training policy to develop your skills
  • Work life balance

Job title

Head of Finance – Western Europe

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Postgraduate Degree

Location requirements

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