Controller & Accountant
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Job Description
We say HI*
*Human Intelligence Welcome among Thales Team!
Thales in Belgium is part of an internationally leading technology group in the defence and security aerospace as well as digital identity and security markets. In a world characterised by uncertainties we ensure that our customers partners and employees can pursue new paths with confidence. For a future we can all trust.
Say HI* to your career as
Controller & Accountant
At the Tubize (40%) and Herstal/Loncin (60%) sites
In Tubize you will join more than 250 colleagues recognized by domestic and international partners for expertise on products such as Radio Frequency (RF) Products C4ISR Crypto Global Solution MACS (Aeronautical Intercom) and many others.
In Herstal you will join more than 150 colleagues specialized in the design development production and supply of weapon systems and ammunitions for use by customers in the Defense (MoD) Aerospace (OEM) and Land (OEM) sectors. With the Guided Rocket in the portfolio additional markets segments are now addressed like GroundtoGround applications or CounterUAS.
Today the Group employs more than 1000 people across nine sites in Belgium. Discover all Thales activities in Belgium here.
Your mission
Under the supervision of the Chief Accountant and in collaboration with another accountant you will play a key role in the oversight analysis and review of accounting processes. Operational tasks are handled by our Shared Service Center allowing this position to focus on more supervisory and valueadded responsibilities including:
- Monitoring of subsidies: preparation and followup of subsidy claims to public authorities including the recording and reconciliation of related accounting entries;
- Support during monthly closing accrual statutory audits annual tax filings and annual accounts;
- Analysis justification and reconciliation of customer supplier and accrual accounts;
- Contribution to the optimization and streamlining of the ProcuretoPay (P2P) process in coordination with relevant teams;
- Involvement in the continuous improvement of accounting processes and the maintenance of internal controls.
We are looking forward to
- Education: Bachelors or Masters degree in Accounting Finance or a related field
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in accounting. Experience in multinational environment is an asset;
- Technical skills:
- Strong knowledge of Belgian GAAP/Taxation and familiarity with IFRS is a plus;
- Proficiency in Excel and good command of ERP systems (e.g. SAP Oracle etc.);
- Communication: Clear and professional communication skills both written and verbal in French and English;
- Analytical mindset: Ability to analyze financial data reconcile complex accounts and identify process improvements;
Thales is a global technology leader with more than 81000 employees on five continents. The Group is investing in digital and deep tech innovations Big Data artificial intelligence connectivity cybersecurity and quantum technology to build a future we can all trust.
For more than 20 years Thales has pursued a robust corporate social responsibility (CSR) policy based on the highest international standards. The principles behind this policy are now captured in the companys purpose of building a future we can all trust which was adopted in 2020.
Say HI* Your journey to us
At times of change our international teams are ready to meet the complexity of today with the industryleading technologies of tomorrow. Will you be part of it We are looking forward to your online application. Great journeys start here apply now!
*Human Intelligence
Employment Type
Full-Time
