Accounting Manager BNL

As the Accounting Manager BNL you are responsible for leading the Accounting team in the Netherlands & Belgium consisting of (Senior) Accountants and flexible support staff.

Together you ensure a wellstructured accounting financial administration a highquality GL accounting environment strong Accounts Payable and Receivable Oversight an optimized accounts receivable process and accurate coordination of accounting topics for the various legal entities in both countries. You will primarily work from our Eindhoven or Puurs office and being close to the business and the team; will travel regularly to our other sites in Eindhoven Puurs and Heerenveen. You report directly to the CFO of CWS Cleanrooms (DE).

Your responsibilities as Accounting Manager BNL

• Leading the Accounting team You guide coach and develop the team ensuring a professional and efficient collaboration across BNL.
• Responsible for monthend and yearend closing You ensure timely complete and accurate closings and reporting in line with central deadlines.
• Full ownership of GL accounting You safeguard the integrity of the general ledger including journal entries reconciliations intercompany alignment and IFRS adjustments.
• Oversight of all accounting activities Including general ledger accounts payable accounts receivable payroll processing and fixed assets.
• Balance Sheet and P&L monitoring You analyze and maintain key accounts identify deviations and ensure reliable financial reporting.
• Working capital management You oversee A/R A/P and inventory positions and drive optimization.
• Cash planning & treasury activities Managing cashflow forecasts banking payment approvals cash pooling and collaboration with Corporate Treasury.
• Close cooperation with FP&A and Business Control You provide accurate data and insights for forecasting budgeting and performance analysis.
• Developing and improving accounting policies You implement and optimize procedures internal controls and compliance frameworks.
• Automation & system optimization You drive improvements in ERP processes and support digitalization of accounting workflows.
• Compliance with BE/NL GAAP and IFRS Ensuring correct application of accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Audit coordination You manage internal and external audits and ensure smooth preparation and followup.
• Crossborder collaboration You work closely with our Shared Service Center in Sibiu (Romania) and the Corporate Accounting team in Germany.

What you bring

• A Bachelors degree in Accounting Business Economics or a related field
• At least 7 years of accounting experience including 3 years in a leadership role (Big 4 experience is a strong plus)
• Excellent GL accounting skills and strong knowledge of BE/NL GAAP; IFRS experience is an advantage
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems (preferably MS Dynamics Netsuite SAP) and advanced Excel skills
• Experience in an international and/or mixed BE/NL business environment
• A handson bridgebuilder who brings people and perspectives together
• Strong communication skills; fluent in Dutch and English
• A teamoriented mindset that fits our dynamic culture
• Strong leadership communication and interpersonal skills suited for a multicultural environment