Job Description

Excited to work for a key Belgian player in the energy landscape?

The Belgian and European energy landscape is in full swing. Did you know that Elia Belgium plays a crucial role in this? As part of Elia Group, a European transmission system operator, Elia Belgium ensures the reliability and sustainability of the electricity supply in our country.

Side-by-side with your talented colleagues, you will play a part in building a sustainable, green and reliable energy infrastructure that stimulates economic growth and reduces our ecological footprint.

Only together can we make the biggest impact possible! We believe in the power of diversity: we are convinced that an inclusive and diverse work environment leads to more innovation, creativity and better results.
Senior Accountant SSC (German-speaking)
Requisition ID:  11312
Posting Start Date:  05/11/2026

Function

Role purpose

 

Take end-to-end ownership of assigned accounting areas and legal entities, ensure reliable delivery across transactional accounting, closing and reporting, and support the Head of SSC in a multi-entity, multi-stakeholder and evolving international environment.

 

Your Role

 

As Senior Accountant within the newly established Shared Service Center for the International Pillar, you will take end-to-end ownership of assigned accounting areas and legal entities, with a particular focus on Belgian and German activities.

You will manage your scope with a high degree of autonomy, from recurring transactional accounting and reconciliations through monthly and year-end closing and reporting. You will act as a key accounting contact for the entities and internal clients within your perimeter, working closely with the Head of SSC, business controllers, local stakeholders and Group functions.

Alongside the operational delivery of your scope, you will support the Head of SSC in resolving accounting and process issues and contribute from an Accounting perspective to the deployment and continuous improvement of SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud and the further development of the SSC operating model.

 

Key responsibilities

 

  • Take end-to-end ownership of assigned accounting areas and legal entities, from transactional accounting and reconciliations through closing and reporting.
  • Manage and execute autonomously monthly, quarterly and year-end closing activities within the assigned scope, covering General Ledger, payroll accounting, tax-related accounting and more complex accounting transactions in a BEGAAP/GEGAAP and IFRS environment.
  • Ensure the accurate and timely calculation, posting and documentation of assigned IFRS adjustments and other recurring accounting entries.
  • Perform account reconciliations, quality controls and analytical reviews, identify anomalies or accounting risks and coordinate their resolution with the relevant stakeholders.
  • Support intercompany accounting and reconciliation activities and ensure timely follow-up of differences across entities.
  • Prepare periodic BEGAAP/GEGAAP and IFRS reporting and explain key movements and accounting positions to local teams, business controllers and Group Finance.
  • Prepare, coordinate and, where relevant, review reports and supporting documentation for internal and external stakeholders, including auditors, tax authorities and Group functions.
  • Act as a key accounting contact for the entities and internal clients within the assigned perimeter, adapting the service and communication approach to their respective needs while applying the SSC standards and controls.
  • Identify and resolve accounting and process issues within the assigned scope; escalate material matters with a clear assessment, options and proposed course of action.
  • Support the Head of SSC by taking ownership of assigned cross-entity topics, ensuring continuity and structured follow-up, and providing guidance to colleagues in areas of expertise.
  • Actively contribute to the deployment and continuous improvement of SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud from an Accounting perspective, including process design, testing, issue resolution, documentation, training and adoption.
  • Contribute to the standardisation, automation and continuous improvement of accounting processes and internal controls in line with the Target Operating Model.
  • Participate in multidisciplinary discussions and projects involving Finance, IT, business teams, Group functions and, where relevant, external service providers.
  • Provide back-up and transversal support across the SSC accounting activities when required.

Your Profile

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent; a recognised accounting qualification is an asset.
  • At least 4 years of relevant experience in General Ledger accounting, closing and reporting, preferably in a multi-entity or international environment.
  • Practical knowledge of BEGAAP and/or GEGAAP and IFRS, with the ability to manage assigned accounting topics autonomously.
  • Experience with SAP; experience with SAP S/4HANA or SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud is a strong asset.
  • Fluent in English and good working knowledge of German. French or Dutch is an asset.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to take ownership of issues through resolution and to formulate clear recommendations when escalation is required.
  • Structured, reliable and quality-oriented, with the ability to manage several related topics and deadlines across multiple entities and stakeholders.
  • Service-oriented and able to adapt communication and priorities to different internal clients while safeguarding common accounting standards and controls.
  • Comfortable working autonomously in a changing environment and collaborating across Finance, IT, local teams and Group functions.
  • Willingness to share knowledge, support colleagues and contribute to the further development of the SSC.

Offer

  • Salary: a competitive salary package, allowance for representation expenses, year-end bonus, double vacation pay, meal vouchers (€10 per working day), eco-vouchers, sport & culture vouchers, bonuses based on individual and group results. 
  • Insurance: group insurance, hospitalisation insurance, ambulant care insurance for the whole family and also personal accident insurance. 
  • Vacation: You will be entitled to 20 vacation days and 5 additional vacation days, 6 local days, 4 exempt days (after 1 year of employment) and up to 5 long-service days (1 day for every 3 years in employment). 
  • Social fund: Year-end vouchers, birth and marriage allowance. We will also cover part of the cost of glasses, a dental prosthesis or similar needs. 
  • Communication: you will be given an iPhone, a phone subscription (for work and private use) and a laptop with internet reimbursement. 
  • Discounts: you will enjoy a 30% discount on your gas and electricity bill. 
  • Mobility: we will offer you a company car and public transport or a mobility budget.
  • Elia shares: Elia will give you the opportunity to subscribe to shares with a discount of 16.66% on the average share price.
 
What we additionally offer
 
  • This position offers the opportunity to take broad end-to-end responsibility within a newly established Shared Service Center and to contribute directly to the development of accounting services for the International Pillar.
  • You will combine hands-on accounting delivery with autonomous ownership of assigned entities and topics, interact with a broad network of international stakeholders, and contribute to a major ERP and operating model transformation.
  • The role provides a platform to further deepen your accounting expertise, broaden your cross-entity exposure and contribute to the continued development, standardisation and digitalisation of the Finance function.

Location

Boulevard de l‘Empereur, 20 in Brussels (with possible frequent travel to Berlin office) or option to be based in Berlin office for the right candidate. We offer a hybrid way of working with flexible working hours.

There’s something electric in the air with this job offer!

In exchange for your work and dedication, you enjoy the following benefits:

  • A job full of variety with a top employer: Elia encourages innovation and collaboration. Within our company you will be at the forefront of the energy transition, and you will have the chance to contribute to ground-breaking technologies designed to accelerate this transition. It is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to further develop your knowledge and skills.
  • Focus on personal growth and well-being at work: Discover a wide range of professional training and coaching opportunities that are guaranteed to give your personal growth a solid boost.  At the same time, as a top employer, we put maximum effort into a positive work culture in which your well-being is central.
  • Development opportunities for a challenging career: At Elia, we encourage you to seek out and seize new professional opportunities. You will enjoy complete freedom to shape your career on your own terms.
  • A diverse team of passionate colleagues: Elia puts a high value on diversity and inclusion. You will join a diverse and passionate team that enjoys sharing knowledge and leading the way towards a more sustainable future together.

These are just a few of the benefits that distinguish Elia as a Top Employer. We are convinced that your contribution to our team will be invaluable and look forward to welcoming you soon!
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