Since 2015, NV Algemene Ondernemingen SOETAERT has been part of Jan De Nul Group. Soetaert performs all possible foundation techniques, both for buildings and infrastructure works. At Soetaert, we are committed to innovative foundation, shoring and soil improvement techniques, providing a customized solution for each location and subsoil. After a thorough training period you will be responsible for the entire bookkeeping from A to Z of Algemene Ondernemingen Soetaert and its Temporary Partnerships. You will be assisted in this by an Assistant Accountant.
As a Senior Accountant, you are a key figure within our finance department. You are responsible for the accurate and timely closing of the accounts and play an active role in fulfilling fiscal obligations and reporting. You serve as the central point of contact for financial matters within the organization and work closely with both internal colleagues and external partners.
Your responsibilities include, among others:
- Periodic closing of the accounts (monthly and quarterly), including year-end closing and preparation of the annual financial statements.
- Handling of tax declarations such as VAT, intra-community listings, and preparation of the corporate tax return, in collaboration with the tax department.
- Reporting to the consolidation team of Jan De Nul Group.
- Close cooperation with the controller to ensure correct internal allocation of costs and revenues.
- Supervising the assistant accountant and acting as the financial point of contact within the organization.
- Maintaining contacts with external parties such as the auditor, banks, and partners in temporary joint ventures.
- Building in-depth knowledge of financial flows and proposing optimizations.
- Following up on insurance files.
With your experience, accuracy, and insight, you actively contribute to the financial health and efficiency of our organization.
What do you need?
You have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accountancy-Taxation and several years of relevant work experience. You are analytical and work accurately. You like to take initiative and you have a critical view. Difficult files are a challenge for you and you are eager to learn. You like to work independently and you are stress resistant. Finally, you can communicate fluently in Dutch and English. Knowledge of French is a plus. You will work at the office in Ostend.
Working at Jan De Nul means helping to find solutions to some of the biggest challenges of our time: from energy transition to rising sea levels to smart mobility. It means learning and working together every day, with the aim of ensuring the global quality of life for generations to come.
What do we offer you?
- An ongoing training path through our JDN Academy.
- The opportunity to exercise at work through our FIT program.
- An open-ended contract with 42 paid vacations (20 statutory, 12 ADV and 10 public holidays).
- A healthy work-life balance (sliding work hours and occasional work from home).
-
A competitive salary with thirteenth month and double vacation pay, including:
- Meal vouchers and eco vouchers
- Company car including fuel card or charge card in Belgium
- Intervention public transport and bicycle allowance
- Group and hospitalization insurance
- Option of iPhone with subscription
- Various staff discounts
The world becomes what you make of it
Jan De Nul is shaping water and land around the world. We drive the transition to renewable energy with offshore energy infrastructure. We focus on nature-inclusive dredging solutions to build ports and protect our coastline. We develop innovative construction projects for smart mobility and sustainable buildings. And we redevelop our planet by giving polluted sites a new purpose. At Jan De Nul, the world becomes what you make of it.
Jan De Nul Group promotes diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and against discrimination.
