Senior Accountant | US GAAP Specialist

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The Senior Accountant should bring a background and experience in US GAAP, consolidation, audits, and experience with requirements (like SOX compliance).

The ideal candidate will also be familiar with the life sciences industry.

This role will be embedded in the global accounting team, reporting to the accounting manager and working closely together with the Senior BE Accountant and the Senior US Accountant.

Accountabilities

• Prepare and analyze financial statements in compliance with US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements;
• Starting from IFRS financial statements as currently prepared by the client;
• Lead the US GAAP consolidation process for multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards;
• Manage intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and eliminations under US GAAP;
• Oversee and ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) requirements;
• Develop and maintain internal controls and documentation thereof;
• Manage financial reporting and disclosure requirements for the client-listed companies;
• Coordinate with external auditors to ensure compliance with exchange regulations;
• Act as a liaison with external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual US GAAP audits;
• Prepare US GAAP audit schedules and support documentation;
• Stay current on US accounting standards and emerging issues related to the life sciences industry having an impact on the US GAAP reporting;
• Provide guidance on complex accounting issues and implement new accounting principles;
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and implement best practices that will facilitate the US GAAP reporting process;
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the finance function together with the team;
• Develop an accounting manual;

Profile requirements

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. A CPA degree is preferred;
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in accounting and finance
• Extensive knowledge of US GAAP and experience with SEC reporting;
• Strong understanding of consolidation principles and intercompany transactions;
• Demonstrated experience in SOX compliance and internal controls;
• Background in audit, preferably with experience in a Big 4 accounting firm;
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and precision;
• Stress-resilient and used to working under strict timelines.

What do we offer you?

• The opportunity to be part of our Family where a family atmosphere is combined with a professional approach and a no-nonsense mentality!
• Your team of experienced colleagues will immediately immerse you in our culture and familiarize you with your position.
• Work-life balance? This is perfect thanks to our flexible hours.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Accounting: 5 years (Required)
• US GAAP: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)
• Dutch (Preferred)
• French (Preferred)