Financial Controller (M/F) Antwerp LID Consulting

Reporting to both the Site Director and the Group Accounting Manager, the Financial Controller will ensure the financial reliability of the subsidiary and support performance monitoring. The position involves accounting supervision, financial reporting, and operational support, within a dynamic and international logistics environment.

Key Responsibilities

Financial and tax compliance

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  Ensure adherence to internal accounting processes: customer and supplier invoicing, inventory tracking, capital expenditures, etc.
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  Act as the interface between local teams and the central accounting department
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  Ensure timely compliance with local tax and social security obligations

Reporting and analysis

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  Participate in quarterly, half-year, and annual financial closings
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  Produce financial reports and KPIs for the site and the group
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  Perform controlling analyses and propose corrective or improvement actions

Operational support

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  Support the deployment of a new ERP system and activity-specific tools
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  Contribute to the site relocation project
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  Monitor overheads, expense reports, and local investment plans
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  Assist the Site Director in administrative, accounting, and financial tasks
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  Maintain relationships with local banking partners

Work Environment

The role requires coordination with various stakeholders:

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  Internally: local teams and the group's accounting and management departments
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  Externally: banks and the local accounting firm

You will work in a growing and structured environment, within a specialized logistics business where accuracy, collaboration, and adaptability are key.

Based in Antwerp, Belgium - Permanent contract (38 hours/week).

An initial training period will take place at the group's headquarters in France. Occasional travel to the headquarters is to be expected.

Technical skills

• Solid knowledge of accounting and local tax regulations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Soft skills

• Analytical mindset, attention to detail, and reliability
• Ability to interact with a variety of internal and external stakeholders
• Autonomy, initiative, and good communication skills

Languages

• Fluency in Dutch, French, and English is mandatory

Education and experience

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Management Control
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in a similar role

Annual salary based on 13.92 months

Strategically located in Antwerp and Algeciras, our client offers a unique platform for cryogenic tank container operators and leasing companies. Their services include freight forwarding, technical support and storage.