Outstation Finance Accountant

Reports To: Finance Manager
Organization: Brussels Airlines

Key Responsibilities

1. Accounting

• SAP Accounting Software Mastery – Ensuring financial accuracy and compliance.

• Accounts Payable

  • Verify and post local invoices and expense reports in SAP.
  • Process supplier payments on time.
  • Handle supplier negotiations and tax controls.

• Accounts Receivable

  • Monitor direct sales via e-tools like Oneres and Sirax.
  • Oversee BSP sales administration, including follow-ups on defaulting agents.
  • Manage refunds, claims, and credit facilities reconciliation.

• Bank Transactions & Reconciliations

  • Daily posting and matching of transactions.
  • Periodic bank reconciliation.

• General Accounting

  • Process payroll entries.
  • Perform monthly and yearly closures.
  • Ensure proper account clearing and controls.

2. Administration

• Payroll & HR Support

  • Gather departmental payroll data and process timely salary payments.
  • Prepare periodic staff lists for HR Brussels.

• Asset & Stock Management

  • Maintain records of assets, equipment, and consumables.

• Contract Management

  • Assist with contract negotiations and renewals.
  • Work with legal consultants and Brussels HQ for documentation.

• Procurement

  • Manage purchase orders using the JUSTORDER tool.

3. Budget Monitoring

• Participate in budget preparation.
• Track actual costs vs. budgeted figures in GR55 (SAP tool).
• Prepare financial reports for local management and HQ.
• Use Anaplan to justify and adjust variances.

4. Legal & Tax Compliance

• Monitor compliance with local labor, tax, and legal regulations.
• Sign official company documents in line with Brussels Airlines policies.
• Oversee legal cases involving Brussels Airlines.

5. Treasury Management

• Plan and transfer funds while keeping local cash levels minimal.
• Forecast cash-in and cash-out transactions.
• Communicate daily bank balances to Corporate Finance HQ.
• Ensure secure fund management across all locations.

6. Credit Management

• Assess customer creditworthiness for Passenger, Cargo, and Mail sales.
• Develop a local Credit Policy aligned with Finance Outstations guidelines.
• Monitor and follow up on outstanding payments.
• Suspend or terminate credit facilities when necessary.
• Conduct weekly meetings with Sales to review accounts and corrective measures.

7. Compliance

• Enforce the 4-eyes principle (dual control on financial matters).
• Ensure strict anti-bribery, anti-corruption, and GDPR compliance.

Key Performance Areas

• Accounting Accuracy – Maintain up-to-date financial records.
• Treasury & Credit Management – Ensure efficient cash flow and credit control.
• Team Collaboration – Foster cross-departmental cooperation.
• Timely & Accurate Reporting – Deliver financial reports to local and HQ management.
• Compliance & Risk Management – Escalate non-compliance issues to the Finance Manager.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, CPA/ACCA certification is preferred.
• International experience (especially in Africa) is a plus.
• Fluent in English (French proficiency is an advantage).
• Excellent communication skills – Frequent interaction with HQ managers, outstation teams, banks, and authorities.

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