Job title:
Legal Entity Controller
Company:
Robert Half
Job description
Robert Half is looking for a Legal Entity Controller (m/f/x) to join a dynamic and globally focused organization based in Tessenderlo.This role is a critical part of the European Accounting & Internal Controls Team, focusing on providing accounting support to various legal entities across the region.Your responsibilities:
- Support the financial close process in compliance with both US GAAP and local GAAP standards;
- Ensure completeness of balance sheets and profit & loss statements, accurate journal entry postings, and preparation of monthly trial balance reviews and quarterly reporting;
- Provide assistance to Shared Services for ad-hoc activities and follow up on intercompany reconciliations, ensuring timely settlement of transactions;
- Prepare and monitor monthly SG&A (Selling, General & Administrative Expenses) reports and resolve variances for EU accounting entities;
- Maintain statutory compliance, including VAT, CIT, Intrastat, and financial statement audits while working closely with tax and legal departments;
- Oversee treasury accounting and controls, including reconciliation of intercompany accounts and transit items;
- Build and maintain effective communication lines with internal stakeholders, such as FP&A, HR, Tax, and Treasury, as well as external stakeholders, including auditors and shared service providers;
- Contribute to ad-hoc accounting projects and initiatives for European entities, consistently improving and streamlining processes.
As a Legal Entity Controller, you meet the following requirements:
- You hold a higher education degree in Accounting or Finance;
- You have at least 3-5 years of relevant experience, preferably with exposure to US GAAP and local GAAP reporting requirements;
- You have hands-on experience with SAP or similar financial systems;
- You are proactive and communicate effectively in English and Dutch-fluency in another European language (e.g., French, German and/or Italian) is a plus;
- You demonstrate exemplary planning, organizational, and analytical skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and manage tasks efficiently;
- You thrive in a fast-paced setting, embrace change management, and enjoy simplifying complex processes for clarity and impact.
Offer:
- Join a forward-focused company with strong international operations and a commitment to delivering financial excellence;
- Gain exposure to diverse accounting areas, including treasury, statutory compliance, and SOX audits;
- Enjoy in-house training and opportunities to strengthen your skillset in a collaborative, team-oriented environment;
- Flexible working culture paired with competitive compensation and benefits;
- Represent a key role in improving and streamlining European financial processes while expanding your capabilities within a dynamic and progressive organization.
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Expected salary
Location
Tessenderlo, Limbourg
Job date
Fri, 04 Jul 2025 22:10:23 GMT
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