Senior Accountant, Accounting & Finance
FTI Consulting · Brussels, Belgium · 2mo ago
Who We Are
FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.
At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.
Are you ready to make your impact?
About The Role
An exciting opportunity is available within our EMEA Finance team for a Senior Accountant to join our Benelux Accounting team.
The EMEA Finance organisation is a team of approximately 70 supporting the EMEA region of FTI Consulting across all areas of Finance: Billing, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Accounting, Tax and Planning & Analysis. This role is focused on accounting and supporting our business Segments in the reporting of their monthly P&L performance from revenue recognition through to EBITDA.
What You’ll Do
Participate in accounting for country finance activities, primarily revenue recognition. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of US GAAP / IFRS, as well as experience with revenue recognition, reporting, and controls. This person will report to the Benelux Finance Director and will be a key role in preparing financial statements for the Netherlands to support the business growth.
Monthly Accounting Close – primarily focusing on the Dutch entities (can also assist on other entities as required):
Revenue Recognition:
Review sales contracts to ensure proper revenue recognition under ASC 606 for US GAAP and local GAAP
Analyse and understand various products/businesses and revenue/expense streams to ensure proper setup in the system and proper revenue recognition
Month-end financial close review of revenue and expense ledgers with closing schedules: prepare revenue journal entries and account reconciliations
Create and analyse revenue-related reports
Involvement in monthly revenue estimates
Participate in evaluation and documentation of revenue-related policies and procedures
Prepare and post monthly journal entries to record:
work in progress (‘WIP’) and accounts receivable reserves
bad debt provision
monthly payroll, based on payroll reports from external payroll agencies
prepaid expenses and expense accrual schedules
Preparation of general ledger account reconciliations in line with SOX requirements
Assist with the preparation of annual statutory accounts
Manage intercompany loan schedules and record monthly interest accruals
Perform inter-company reconciliations for multiple EMEA entities
Preparation of general ledger account reconciliations in line with SOX requirements, including monthly submission into the FTI Blackline environment
Assist EMEA Finance team in the enhancement of month-end processes
Statutory Audit Process:
Assist with the preparation, finalisation and filing of annual statutory accounts primarily for the Dutch entities
Assist with requests from internal audit team for US GAAP testing and group wide audit requirements
Participation in other statutory audits of EMEA entities where required
Other compliance:
Review preparation of the monthly, quarterly, annual VAT returns and EC Sales for the Dutch entities, coordinating with outsourced accountants/tax advisors and submission to the relevant authorities
Coordinate with outsourced accountants/tax advisors to deliver other local compliance requirements
Reconciliation of VAT (VAT return to statutory accounts)
Support the Benelux Finance Director in managing all Netherlands and Nordic finance requirements
Go-to person for all accounting issues for the Netherlands; technical accounting, finance processes and approvals
How You’ll Grow
We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You’ll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.
As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.
What You Will Need to Succeed
Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to identify and resolve reconciliation issues
Ability to prioritise and flexible to work extended hours in a fast-paced environment during the month-end close
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Highly professional individual who demonstrates pride in their work
A natural curiosity to identify, understand, and clearly articulate the underlying drivers of financial performance across a segment, business unit, or department
Strong team-player mindset
Basic Qualifications:
Fluency in English
Degree-level education
Qualified Accountant with multiple years’ experience PQE
Technical understanding of relevant accounting standards, including ASC 606 / IFRS15 Revenue recognition accounting
Experience in liaising with external auditors
Experience of performing a month-end close process either within industry or from an audit/review perspective
Excellent knowledge of Excel, including pivot tables and analysis formulas
Dutch GAAP experience
US GAAP or IFRS experience
Professional services experience
Familiarity of reporting into a US listed headquarter entity
Experience of working in a matrix organisation and dealing with European subsidiaries
Preferred Qualifications
Fluency in Dutch would be advantageous
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