Senior Accountant

As a Senior Accountant based in our key Antwerp location, you will proactively deliver accurate, relevant, and timely financial information to C.H. Robinson’s stakeholders. You will support the financial reporting process, perform in-depth financial analysis, and play a key role in the preparation of monthly financial statements. In this role, you will be responsible for managing general ledger accounts and will take ownership of designated focus areas and cross-functional projects.

Success in this position requires strong communication skills, exceptional attention to detail, and a solution-oriented mindset to navigate challenges, drive operational excellence, and uphold accounting best practices. As a Senior Accountant, you will continuously seek opportunities to improve accounting processes while ensuring robust internal controls.

At C.H. Robinson, we’re firm believers in the power of in-person collaboration to fuel innovation and propel success. In this role, you will engage with peers on-site three days a week, igniting creativity and driving impactful results. With the flexibility for remote work, this role strikes the perfect balance between teamwork and autonomy.

If this sounds like you - and we have captured your attention - apply today as we would like to hear more about you and your experiences!

Responsibilities:

• Monthly posting of payroll, accruals, prepaids, and depreciations in US GAAP

• Monthly balance sheet reconciliations

• Analytical review of results per branch

• Help in reporting branch results

• Fiscal Compliance, including:

• Preparation of CIT declaration and CIT return (supported by local Big4 advisors)

• Help during tax controls

Year-end closings, including:

• Preparation of IFRS statutory file

• Help during audit

• Preparation of IFRS financial statements

• Contact with branches

• Contact with external parties (auditors, tax advisors, tax authorities)

• Take on a variety of ad hoc tasks and projects across the accounting department, providing valuable support and contributing to the overall success of the team.

Qualifications:

Required

• Bachelor's or a comparable degree in accountancy or a related field

• Excellent skills in utilizing Excel's functions and features

• Fluency in English

• 3+ years of accounting experience

• Strong experience in tax compliance, including monthly and yearly closing procedures

Preferred:

• Fluency in French, German, Spanish or Italian

• Basic understanding of fiscal principles to ensure compliance and accurate financial reporting

• Highly motivated and eager to learn, with a genuine desire for continuous growth

• Can work independently and maintains a high level of organization

• Collaborative and enjoys working effectively as part of a team

• Strong Know-How in GL Accounting is a plus

• Familiarity with Oracle software is considered advantageous

WHAT WE OFFER?

• Real opportunities to grow your talent in a fast-moving, global organization

• A fun, open, and inclusive workplace that encourages innovative thinking

• Possibility to develop your language skills in our multilingual offices

• Opportunities for professional growth with access to training platforms

• Comprehensive benefits: competitive salary and performance-based bonuses, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) after one year of employment

• Flexible work arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance

We will review applications for this role on an ongoing basis and encourage all interested candidates to apply at their earliest convenience.

Compensation Range

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Questioning if you meet the mark? Studies have shown that some individuals may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly. Here at C.H. Robinson, we’re building an inclusive workplace where all employees feel they belong. If this position excites you, we welcome you to apply whether you check all the preferred qualifications or just a few. You may just be our next great fit!