General Ledger Accountant Lead

<p><strong>Function Overview</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>We are seeking a <strong>General Ledger Accountant</strong> <strong>Lead</strong> with strong analytical and communication skills to join our Group Accounting Services (GAS) department within the Euroclear Financial Division. </p> <p>The ideal candidate is a motivated and well-organized professional who views challenges as opportunities for growth and innovation.</p> <p>She/He will be part of the Euroclear Bank SA/NV accounting team, collaborating with various internal and external stakeholders. </p> <p>A keen interest in treasury accounting, financial instruments, and Euroclear Bank’s products and services is essential, along with a drive to identify and implement process optimizations.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Execute general accounting activities including preparation, maintenance, and reconciliation of ledger accounts and financial statements (e.g., balance sheets, profit and loss statements).</li> <li>Perform daily treasury controls and manage the treasury accounting closing process.</li> <li>Oversee general accounting and cut-off activities in a complex international environment.</li> <li>Conduct month-end analytical reviews, providing clear and concise explanations of account fluctuations to key stakeholders.</li> <li>Prepare and analyse reports related to treasury and financial instruments (NIE, FX results, variation margin,..).</li> <li>Monitor and interpret the Windfall Contribution evolution report produced by Corporate Finance/FP&amp;A.</li> <li>Be able to build a knowledge around the impact of Russian sanctions on Euroclear Bank SA/NV accounting operations and controls (such as “C” accounts and “I” accounts accounting movements)</li> <li>Review hedge accounting effectiveness reports in collaboration with Corporate Finance/FP&amp;A.</li> <li>Participate to various projects around Euroclear Bank SA/NV (from a conceptualisation standpoint to an implementation standpoint; treasury, EB’s  products &amp;  services, EB tools/systems/software and their related accounting impacts)</li> <li>Ensure adherence to internal controls and contribute to their continuous improvement.</li> <li>Supervise the quality of accounting files and assess working methods for efficiency.</li> <li>Coordinate activities of assigned team members and support their development.</li> <li>Identify opportunities for process improvement and lead initiatives to implement changes.</li> <li>Ensure timely and accurate processing of accounting journal entries.</li> <li>Take ownership of the monthly Balance Sheet Review process.</li> <li>Coordinate mid-year and year-end audit activities, including handling auditor requests.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Your Profile</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance or Accounting.</li> <li>5–7 years of experience in a General Ledger accounting role or a Treasury Back Office function.</li> <li>Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.</li> <li>Solid understanding of accounting principles (GAAP and IFRS).</li> <li>Effective communication skills and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.</li> <li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.</li> <li>Experience with integrated ERP systems (e.g., SAP).</li> <li>Fluent in English (oral and written).</li> <li>Resilient under pressure, especially during accounting closing periods.</li> </ul> <p> </p>