Accountant

Discover below what an accountant does, their profile and their average salary.

Synonyms:

General Ledger Accountant, GL Accountant, Accountant AY, Accountant AZ, Corporate Accountant

Responsibilities:

As an accountant, you are responsible for the entire bookkeeping process, including the month-end and/or quarter-end closing. You report to the chief accountant or directly to the management team.

  • You process purchase and sales invoices and verify bank transactions.
  • You set up provisions.
  • You record depreciation and prepare VAT returns.
  • You are responsible for the entire monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing.
  • You ensure that accounting rules and tax legislation are respected at all times.

Profile:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Management (Accountancy & Taxation), Master’s degree in Business Administration, Economics (TEW), or Finance.
  • IAB or BIBF status is a plus.
  • You have a thorough command of accounting rules.
  • You are administratively strong, accurate, and enjoy structured work.
  • Knowledge of IFRS is a plus.
  • According to Insights Discovery, you have a predominantly blue profile.

Salary:

€2,890 to €4,330 gross, depending on experience, age, and fringe benefits specific to the employer and sector.

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