Ecorys is a leading international research and consultancy company addressing society’s key challenges. We combine our deep knowledge of the societal challenges and our extensive skills and expertise to make genuine sustainable change happen.

We offer the full policy cycle to our clients who are decision makers in the public and third sectors. We advise on the options and consequences of change options. We support clients to implement and communicate change and manage the consequences. 

Ecorys is a company with strong European roots and international presence. With own offices in 10 countries, we employ over 600 people working alongside external experts and associates in about 200 locations throughout the world.

What you will be doing

We are seeking an experienced accountant with 3-5 years of experience in a similar role within a mid-sized international company to join our Finance team in Brussels. The ideal candidate will have a passion for diverse accounting tasks, enjoying a mix of transactional work (posting invoices, bank statements, etc.) and comprehensive closing and reporting activities.

The day-to-day tasks of the role will include but are not limited to:

• Preparation, processing, follow up and collection of non project related AR invoicing
• Managing / Netting Interco positions
• Booking of bank statements and bank reporting Ecorys Brussels
• Booking of salaries and monitoring all period costs including related accruals
• Perform the periodic closing & reporting activities linked to the legal books
• Filling VAT and other related declarations
• Ensuring balance sheet positions are accurate and reconciled
• Preparation of annual accounts involvement in internal and external audits 
• Take full ownership and management of the finance team email inboxes including responding to and resolving general business queries and requests.
• Any other reasonable duties agreed with your line manager. 

What we will need from you

You will be: 

• An expert in Periodic Closing Activities: Capable of performing all periodic closing activities and reporting related to accounting, including making necessary journal entries, salary postings, reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, and ICO matching.
• Proficient in Governmental Declarations: Experienced in handling all Belgian governmental declarations related to accounting, such as VAT, Intrastat, and annual accounts.
• Analytical Accounting Skills: Familiar with working within an analytical accounting framework and a Chart of Accounts different from Belgian GAAP.
• Knowledgeable in BE GAAP and Fiscal Matters: Brings practical experience in BE GAAP and fiscal matters, particularly VAT and corporate tax.

You will also be a quick learner who can work accurately and autonomously. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, capable of open and transparent communication, and a team player who is eager to learn.

You will have:

• Strong communication skills both written and verbal in English and Dutch 
• A Bachelor degree in Accounting or equivalent experience 
• Good practical knowledge of excel
• Experience with process/system improvements and having the necessary mindset
• Experience with working in an ERP environment (Unit 4 is a plus)

Benefits, application process and deadline 

Ecorys offers its employees a professional, stimulating, and learning environment with ample opportunities for development. You will work in a multicultural environment alongside a supportive team atmosphere.

The role offers a competitive remuneration package and attractive benefits. Our package includes, among other things, a homeworking allowance, meal vouchers, private health, dental, and hospitalization allowances, a collective bonus, reimbursement for home internet and mobile phone devices and subscriptions. 

You will enjoy a good work-life balance and take advantage of our hybrid work policy, which allows for remote work up to 2 days per week.

We encourage interested and qualified candidates to submit their CV and a 1-page cover letter in English via our online application form by 5pm 28th March 2025. 

If you would like to find out more about this opportunity and our company, please visit our website: https://www.ecorys.com