KEMIN ANIMAL NUTRITION AND HEALTH – EMENA is searching for an General Ledger Accountant to support our Finance Team in Herentals, Belgium.
We are Kemin
We are visionaries who see things differently and are inspired by the world around us. We have been dedicated to using applied science to improve the quality of life for over half a century. Committed to feed and food safety, Kemin maintains top-of-the-line manufacturing facilities where over 500 specialty ingredients are made for humans and animals in the global feed and food industries, as well as the health, nutrition, beauty and textile markets. We provide product solutions and options to customers in more than 120 countries.A privately held, family-owned and operated company, Kemin has more than 3,000 global employees and operates in 90 countries including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, India, Italy, Singapore, South Africa and the United States.
Responsibilities- Owning the complete accounting cycle from A-Z for the Belgian entity
- Preparing and posting journal entries, accruals, provisions, and payroll-related entries
- Managing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities
- Performing balance sheet reconciliations and investigating accounting variances
- Maintaining fixed asset accounting and depreciation schedules
- Preparing and reviewing VAT returns, Intrastat declarations, and other statutory filings
- Supporting corporate income tax reporting and annual statutory accounts
- Ensuring compliance with Belgian GAAP, internal controls, and Kemin policies
- Coordinating internal and external audits and liaising with auditors and tax advisors
- Reviewing and analyzing P&L and balance sheet accounts and providing financial insights
- Collaborating closely with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, HR, and other business partners
- Identifying opportunities to improve, standardize, and automate accounting processes
- Supporting ad hoc reporting, projects, and business initiatives.
What will make you successful
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a broad accounting role with full A-Z accounting responsibilities
- Strong knowledge of Belgian GAAP, VAT, and statutory reporting requirements
- Proven experience managing month-end close, accruals, provisions, reconciliations, and annual accounts
- Experience working with external auditors and tax advisors
- Advanced Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems
- Fluent Dutch and English
- Strong analytical skills, accuracy, and attention to detail
- Proactive, hands-on approach and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in an international environment
What’s in it for you
At Kemin, you'll have the opportunity to take ownership of the full accounting cycle, make a visible impact, and grow alongside a company that values curiosity and continuous improvement.
We offer a competitive salary package including a yearly bonus, company car, medical insurance, pension plan, meal vouchers, life and travel insurance, and a bike lease program.
And because we believe learning never stops, you'll have access to tuition reimbursement, LinkedIn Learning, and Kemin University to support your growth every step of the way.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Minimum five years of experience in a broad accounting role with full A-Z accounting responsibilities
- Strong knowledge of Belgian GAAP, VAT, and statutory reporting requirements
- Experience managing month-end close, accruals, provisions, reconciliations, and annual accounts
- Experience working with external auditors and tax advisors
- Advanced Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems
- Fluency in Dutch and English
- Strong analytical skills, accuracy, and attention to detail
- Proactive, hands-on approach and ability to work independently and collaboratively in an international environment
What We Do
Kemin Industries is a global ingredient manufacturer that strives to sustainably transform the quality of life every day for 80 percent of the world with its products and services. The company supplies over 500 specialty ingredients for human health, food safety and protection of the global food supply chain. Kemin ingredients offer solutions across various industries including animal health, nutraceuticals, pet food, food technologies, crop technologies, textiles, aquaculture and animal vaccines. Serving customers in more than 120 countries, Kemin works each day to provide ingredients that feed a growing population and is committed to the quality, safety and efficacy of food, feed and health-related products. Established in 1961, Kemin is a privately held, family-owned-and-operated company with more than 3,000 global employees and operations in 90 countries, including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, India, Italy, Russia, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa and the United States.
