Financial Controller

As a Financial Controller you will report to the Head of Finance Belgium. You will be part of the Global Finance team.

The key tasks are the following:

• Monitor the financial accounts of the Belgian office of Allen & Overy (P&L and balance sheet, monthly and yearly closing), liaise with the Accounting Assistant, highlight trends and analyse causes of unexpected variance, ensure compliance with accounting standards

• Assist the local Head of Finance in key accounting, tax and financial processes (preparation of annual financial statements, internal and external audit, corporate income tax return…)

• Implement accounting and tax changes

• Support department heads and provide regular financial information (in-depth analysis of variances against the budget and prior period, KPI’s, accounting and tax rules…)

• Provide financial information to and be a point of contact for external tax advisors (corporate and personal tax matters)

• Prepare mandatory external reporting (NBB, FOD Economy)

• Oversee and manage the preparation of the expenditure budget (OPEX and CAPEX) in collaboration with all business units and the global finance team, implement and monitor the progress

• Improve performance by evaluating processes to drive efficiencies

• Ad-hoc reporting and analysis

• You obtained a Bachelor in Accounting or a Master in Business Administration with focus on finance

• You have gained at least two years of experience and knowledge in Accounting and Financial management in an international environment

• An experience in audit or accountancy firm is an asset

• You have good knowledge of tax regulations (VAT, corporate tax)

• You have an excellent command of English and French or Dutch, both written and spoken;

• You have a great sense of organization and planning, process driven and you are attentive to details

• You are self-motivated, a quick learner, ready to go for the extra mile, and able to perform tasks independently, while being able to work in a team and with colleagues located abroad

• You have strong written and oral communication skills.

• You follow up and are eager to learn the changes in regulations (accounting and tax) and in finance operations.

• You are able to work under tight deadlines

What we offer

You will work in a dynamic and challenging environment with an international dimension. We greatly value our unique culture, which combines high-quality client service with a real focus on people and teamwork. In our firm, positive attitude matters. We believe it defines the way in which we work, both with clients and with colleagues.

Working in a team, you will have a challenging professional support role and room for personal development. We offer a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your qualifications and experience.

How to apply

Please upload your application on http://www.allenovery.com/careers

If you would like more information first, do not hesitate to contact Jolien Claes at Allen & Overy LLP, Avenue de Tervueren 268A, 1150 Brussels,

Allen & Overy LLP
Allen & Overy LLP

Uitbreidingstraat 72/b3
B-2600 Antwerp
Belgium

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