Accountant

Belgium

Datashift is on the lookout for a full‑time accountant who’s ready to manage the accounting across all our entities. In a fast‑moving and collaborative environment, you’ll be in charge of processing bills and invoices, reconciling daily bank transactions, support in monthly and year-end closings, and helping drive continuous improvements in the way we work, in close collaboration with our CFO.

If you’re a sharp, detail‑driven professional who thrives in a high-paced yet supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.

 

Responsibilities

For all our entities, you will be responsible for the following tasks:

  • Performing daily general and analytical accounting (BE GAAP & NL GAAP)

  • Processing bills

  • Preparing and issuing invoices

  • Processing payroll entries and related provisions

  • Preparing payments and reconciling bank transactions

  • Preparing/assisting with monthly and annual closings

  • Managing operational finance processes (e.g. expenses, timesheets, etc.)

  • Acting as the first point of contact for our financial auditor

  • Providing administrative support, ad‑hoc tasks, and assisting the CFO

  • Preparing and filing VAT returns

What we are looking for

  • A motivated accountant with a first experience of ideally 2 to 5 years

  • A bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field

  • Solid proficiency in MS Office. Experience with accounting software such as Exact Online is a plus

  • Analytical mind, strong eye for detail and accurate in working with numbers

  • Someone who enjoys contributing to process optimizations

  • Ability to manage multiple demanding priorities

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Dutch and English

  • You want to grow with the company and enjoy a role with impact

 

What we offer

  • Become part of a highly entrepreneurial, motivated and cohesive team;

  • The necessary autonomy, flexibility and ability to work hybrid (work from our office in Mechelen or Leuven)

  • A no-nonsense working environment with a focus on high quality;

  • Excellent terms of employment (meal vouchers, net allowances, laptop, mobile phone, …);

  • Fringe benefits including continuous training that builds and extends professional, technical and management skills in all areas;

  • The opportunity to grow together with Datashift in terms of capabilities as well as financial benefits.

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