WHO WE ARE
You’ve probably already enjoyed our strong brands that we market as the number one spirits company: Havana Club, Absolut Vodka, or Lillet are just a few of our premium spirits that are gaining popularity. That's why we're always looking for talents to support our success – and celebrate it together with us. Currently, the global team of the Pernod Ricard Group consists of 19,000 employees in 86 countries, and we take pride in the diversity that defines our team. We foster an inclusive work environment where all people are treated equally.
Pernod Ricard Benelux is the combination of two affiliates, Pernod Ricard Belgium and Pernod Ricard Nederland.
YOUR ROLE IN THE TEAM
We are looking for a reliable and experienced Senior Accountant to manage the accounting activities for our Dutch market. The role is based in Belgium and is part of the Benelux finance team.
Location: Pernod Ricard Belgium. (Brussels)
Reports to: CFO
Key Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with statutory law, tax and financial regulations, as well as internal control requirements for Pernod Ricard Nederland B.V. and six holding entities.
Manage the timely and accurate completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual closings in Navision, as well as Group reporting in Tagetik (Intercos and Balance Sheet reporting in IFRS).
Collaborate with the team to continue the balance sheet cleanup in preparation for the JDE migration.
Prepare and submit all reports required by finance and tax authorities (VAT, Intrastat, Dutch National Bank, etc.) for Pernod Ricard Nederland B.V. and six holding entities.
Act as local support contact for external auditors and ensure compliance with their requirements.
Act as a key business partner for other departments, providing support and expertise as needed.
Provide backup support to team members (e.g., Accounts Payable) when required.
Optimize cash management by monitoring local cash, factoring programs, Group netting, and cash pooling operations. Provide regular cash forecasts.
Actively support the Benelux accounting transformation roadmap:
Play a key role in testing and implementing the new ERP system.
Drive continuous improvements, efficiency, and cost savings.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience
Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting.
5-7 years of professional experience in accounting/finance/tax.
Strong knowledge of Dutch GAAP and IFRS standards.
Advanced IT skills; Navision or JDE experience is desirable.
Excellent written and spoken Dutch; proficiency in English required. Knowledge of French is a plus.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Curious, eager to learn, and with strong growth potential.
Quick learner and results-oriented.
Strong self-drive and initiative.
Ability to maintain a strategic perspective while paying attention to detail.
Excellent interpersonal skills with a collaborative mindset.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Solid Excel skills.
Sounds good?
Then join our convivial team at Pernod Ricard Belgium. Your recruiter for this position is Cindy.
We welcome applications from qualified individuals – regardless of gender, sexual identity, age, background, or nationality. People with migration backgrounds, people of color, people with disabilities, returnees, parents, and LGBTQ+ individuals are equally welcome. Diversity enriches our team!
For data protection reasons, please submit your application exclusively via our online portal. Applications via other channels cannot be processed.
Job Posting End Date:
Target Hire Date:
2025-07-01Target End Date:
Top Skills
What We Do
Pernod Ricard is a convivial, responsible and successful global wine and spirits group and the #1 premium spirits organisation in the world. The Group represents 240 premium brands available in more than 160 countries. We are 18,500 exceptionally talented people worldwide with our own salesforce in 73 countries.
Our portfolio is one of the most comprehensive in the market with every major category of wine and spirits, providing Pernod Ricard with a unique competitive advantage. To keep growing our business, transforming our industry and making a positive impact on the world, we believe in the power of human connection. Creating ‘convivialité’ is our business and our raison d’être.
As ‘créateurs de convivialité’, our purpose is to turn every social interaction into a genuine, friendly and responsible experience of sharing. We believe there can be no convivialité with excess and strive to be sustainable and responsible at every step, from grain to glass.
