Mission

As the Head of Finance Operations you will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing all financial processes to ensure efficiency accuracy and compliance. You will lead the Finance Operations team covering accounting financial reporting and process automation. Your role is crucial in ensuring timely and accurate financial closings optimizing cash flow and driving process improvements through digital transformation.

You will work closely with Business Controlling Corporate Finance and key stakeholders to provide strategic financial insights that support business decisionmaking. Additionally you will ensure compliance with IFRS tax regulations and internal controls while managing relationships with auditors tax authorities and financial regulators.

As a key finance leader you will drive team development foster a culture of continuous improvement and implement best practices in financial governance compliance and internal controls.

Tasks

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage financial operations including Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Credit & Collections and General Accounting related financial transactions
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations internal and external controls and corporate policies
• Oversee financial reporting reconciliations and support cash flow management
• Drive automation and process improvements to enhance efficiency and costeffectiveness
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to support business strategy and decisionmaking
• Develop and mentor Finance teams to ensure high quality performance and professional growth

Expanded Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead and manage Finance Operations

• Endtoend accounting management for the different Lineas entities covering General Ledger Revenues Costs Fixed Assets Accounts Receivable Credit & Collections Accounts Payable and Consolidation from daily transactional input to monthend closing.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial closings (monthly quarterly and yearly) within strict deadlines including cutoffs provisions and accruals to ensure financial integrity
• Structure and lead the Finance Operations team around key financial processes including revenue accounting cost accounting fixed asset management customer invoicing subcontractor invoicing collections and dispute resolution
• Oversee and optimize the IFRS consolidation process ensuring compliance with international reporting standards and delivering accurate consolidated financial statements
• Ensure compliance with IFRS local GAAP tax regulations and internal controls working closely with auditors and regulatory bodies
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Finance Controlling Treasury and Business Units) to support financial decisionmaking and reporting accuracy

1. Process Optimization & Automation

• Identify evaluate and implement automation tools to improve efficiency accuracy and scalability in financial processes
• Streamline financial workflows to enhance productivity reduce costs and minimize processing time
• Develop and execute strategies for continuous improvement in finance operations including process reengineering system automation and technology adoption
• Lead and oversee Financial system and other Operational system implementations and enhancements ensuring seamless integration with financial processes
• Standardize document and optimize Finance Operations processes ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements
• Foster a culture of digital transformation by promoting automation best practices and upskilling the Finance Operations team on new technologies
• Monitor and measure process performance leveraging data analytics to identify bottlenecks and areas for further optimization
• Ensure Finance Operations processes are properly documented maintained and kept up to date (e.g. in ARIS)

1. Risk Management & Compliance

• Develop and oversee a robust risk management framework to identify assess and mitigate financial and operational risks
• Ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g. IFRS GAAP SOX) and internal financial controls
• Implement and continuously improve internal control mechanisms to safeguard financial integrity and prevent fraud
• Manage relationships and collaborate with internal and external auditors tax authorities and financial regulators to ensure seamless audit processes and compliance
• Monitor and manage financial risks like credit risk to protect and support the companys financial health
• Drive a culture of compliance and risk awareness across the Finance Operations team and broader organization
• Stay up to date with evolving regulatory and industry standards proactively adapting finance operations to maintain compliance.

1. KPI Monitoring & Performance Management

• Establishing clear financial and operational KPIs to track performance across all Finance Operations departments
• Implementing realtime monitoring and reporting tools to drive datadriven decisionmaking
• Identifying and addressing inefficiencies or bottlenecks in financial processes
• Continuously optimizing workflows to enhance accuracy speed and costeffectiveness
• Collaborating with crossfunctional teams to align financial performance with business objectives
• Support initiatives and drive improvements in working capital management and optimization

1. Reporting & Financial Insights

• Oversee the development and delivery of accurate timely and insightful financial reports to support strategic decisionmaking
• Ensure compliance with internal and external reporting requirements including regulatory standards (e.g. IFRS GAAP)
• Implement and enhance financial reporting systems tools and dashboards to improve data accessibility and accuracy
• Collaborate closely with the Business Controlling and Corporate Finance teams to analyse and explain current period performance providing support for their monthly business reporting forecasting processes and working capital management
• Deliver actionable financial insights to drive informed decisionmaking optimize cash flow and enhance overall financial efficiency
• Foster a culture of datadriven decisionmaking ensuring Finance Operations contribute effectively to overall business strategy

1. Team Leadership & Development

• Lead mentor and develop a highperforming Finance Operations team fostering a culture of accountability collaboration and continuous improvement
• Provide strategic direction and handson support to ensure efficient of financial processes and operational excellence
• Identify skill gaps and implement training programs to enhance the teams expertise in financial operations compliance and process optimization
• Promote a datadriven and resultsoriented mindset within the team encouraging innovation and proactive problemsolving
• Establish clear performance metrics and conduct regular reviews to drive professional growth and alignment with business objectives
• Foster crossfunctional collaboration between Finance IT and other departments (Sales Service Management Procurement ... to enhance financial processes and business efficiency

Profile

• Proven ability to lead mentor and develop Finance teams (experienced people manager)
• Strong stakeholder management skills (different business units auditors and regulators)
• Ability to drive change management and lead digital transformation
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP IFRS) and financial reporting
• Experience in process improvements automation and standardization
• Strong in organization and project implementation
• Strong problemsolving and analytical skills
• Deep understanding of financial controls risk management and compliance
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor AccountancyTax or Master degree in Applied Economics
• Proficiency in English is essential with additional knowledge of Dutch and/or French
• Good knowledge of ERP and operational systems
• Proactive and independent in identifying and resolving problems
• Comfortable working in a fastpaced environment with changing priorities
• Strategic thinker with the ability to assess financial operations from a broader perspective
• Maintaining a high level of professionalism in all interactions

What We offer

• A fulltime indefinite contract with competitive benefits.
• Compensation: 13thmonth salary annual bonus and a company car or mobility budget. Netto allowance.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Hospital insurance private accident insurance pension plan and meal/eco vouchers.
• WorkLife Balance: Flexible working hours hybrid working and Brussels as head office
• A generous vacation package 3 days conventional holiday 9 ADV days additional seniority days already after first year).
• A dynamic international environment where you can make a tangible impact.

Who We are

We are Lineas Europes largest private rail freight operator. Our mission is to lead the Modal Shift encouraging businesses to move freight from road to rail for a more sustainable future. Every day our teamthe FREIGHT FORCEworks tirelessly to provide innovative solutions for our clients and make a real difference in mobility and the climate.

Join us in this exciting journey as we continue to grow and transform the industry!