Our client is an international company active in the pharmaceutical sector.

As Financial Controller (m/f/x) you will report to the Finance Director Benelux, work in a team of four persons and be responsible for a national scope for Belgium and Luxembourg :

• Manages, prepares, administers, and directs the accounting close and financial reporting process ;
• Reviews and approves accounting transactions and account reconciliations ;
• Manages and prepares external reports and declarations such as: annual accounts, VAT/TAX declaration, Intrastat, CBS, etc.
• Maintains the chart of accounts and cost center/department structures ;
• Leads month end close review with regional HQ in explaining variances versus budget and movements on balance sheet ;
• Maintains ledger integrity and ensures financial compliance ;
• Maintains a strong set of internal controls with special focus on the Customer Services function ;
• Updates, implements and drives adherence to policies ;
• Coordinates all internal and external audit activities ;
• Serves as an technical expert to other functions and sets the tone around financial compliance ;
• Engage with key stakeholders of global process, identify and drive process optimization opportunities ;
• Represents market in monthly operations review ;
• Partner with commercial operations to ensure a thorough understanding of developments and controls in the supply chain and channel management.

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The required profile for the Financial Controller (m/f/x) position:

• Degree in accounting or finance ;
• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience in a similar position - tax, treasury and financial Accounting experience required ;
• Fluent in English and fluent in Dutch or French ;
• Experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industry is a plus ;
• Experience in multi-national organization is a plus ;
• Knowledge of SAP, Oracle or equivalent ERP system and proficiency with Microsoft tools (Excel, Outlook, Word, Power Point) ;
• Requires in-depth knowledge of general accounting policies and procedures and GAAP (local and US) as well as local statutory and tax reporting requirements ;
• You have a good communication, like to take initiatives and have strong analytical skills ;
• You are able to work in a deadline proven and multi-task environment.