Chief Accountant

☞ TVH

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Update day: 08-12-2025

Location: Waregem West Flanders

Category: Accounting / Auditing Finance / Bank / Stock

Industry: Wholesale

Position: Mid-Senior level

Job type: Full-time

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As a Chief Accountant, you will be part of the Finance team at the headquarters in Waregem and report to the Financial Statements Manager. In this role, you will be responsible for the financial closing and reporting of multiple entities within the group, spread across different countries.

In addition to local GAAP, knowledge of IFRS is a strong asset due to the international context. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, auditors, and local finance teams to ensure accurate and timely reporting. Experience with ERP systems, particularly Oracle, is a key advantage.

Your Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Closing

  • Manage the full accounting process from A to Z for assigned entities.
  • Ensure timely and accurate month-end, quarterly, and year-end closings.
  • Prepare and review financial reports in compliance with local GAAP and IFRS.
  • Ensure timely and accurate monthly reporting in the consolidation package for assigned entities.
  • Collaborate with other finance departments

Audit & Compliance

  • Coordinate internal and external audits and provide the necessary documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with accounting and tax regulations (local GAAP, IFRS).
  • Prepare and monitor tax returns and statutory reporting requirements.
  • Prepare and follow up on timely and accurate annual reporting for the works council.
  • Oversee internal controls and risk management.

Process Improvement & System Utilization

  • Identify and implement improvements in financial processes to increase efficiency and accuracy.
  • Contribute to the implementation of the finance module (Oracle) as part of the global ERP migration plan and support system optimization.

Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing

  • Maintain close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Support and guide colleagues within the accounting department.
  • Continue professional development through training and participation in IFRS and ERP-related courses.

Your profile

  • Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in accounting, audit, or financial reporting.
  • Experience in an international business environment is a plus.
  • Knowledge of IFRS and local GAAP; consolidation experience is an asset.
  • Experience with ERP systems, preferably Oracle.
  • Skills & Competencies
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work in a structured and detail-oriented manner.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with various stakeholders.
  • Proactive mindset and ability to work independently in an international team.
  • Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.

What We Offer

  • A competitive salary with benefits such as meal vouchers, insurances and company car.
  • Flexible working hours, home working and a healthy work-life balance.
  • 20 paid vacation days and 12 WTR days.
  • An easily accessible work location (but remote work is also possible).
  • A people-centric culture where your fitness and mental well-being matter.
  • Lunch breaks and sports facilities in TVH Park, the company’s green zone.
  • Access to LinkedIn Learning and many in-house (and external) training courses.
  • Fun afterworks and other optional events (e.g. TVH Kaffee).

People are at our heart

TVH is a global business with a family atmosphere, where people are at the center. We value clarity, mutual respect, kindness and open communication. Our people are down-to-earth, easy to work and engage with. We welcome differences and celebrate new ideas.

About TVH

TVH is a parts specialist for quality parts and accessories for material handling, industrial vehicles, and construction and agricultural equipment. Working at TVH is opting for a company that excels as an international market leader and is well-known for its unstoppable craving for innovation.

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Deadline: 22-01-2026

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