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.
Key Stakeholders
The Head of Accounting will be a strong right- arm for the Benelux CFO and will be part of the Benelux leadership team.
He/she will closely collaborate with all other local functions, with finance and back-office peers. Strong relationships required as well with partners within the Pernod Ricard Group (in regional and headquarters’ finance teams and regional Tech hub).
External stakeholders: local authorities, banks, insurance companies, auditors, tax and legal experts
Key Responsibilities
Deliver high‑quality accounting services for Pernod Ricard Belgium, Pernod Ricard Nederland, and six Dutch holding entities
Oversee general ledger accounting, monthly closing processes, and preparation of financial statements
Ensure accuracy and compliance with local GAAP and IFRS standards
Prepare statutory accounts and IFRS adjustments for Group reporting
Manage relationships with external auditors, coordinate audits internally, and ensure compliance with audit requirements
Oversee treasury and cash management activities, including cash flow monitoring and banking relationships
Support cash forecasting and liquidity management
Ensure accurate reporting of cash actuals and forecasts to the Group
Identify and implement levers to optimize cash management
Oversee corporate tax, VAT, and other statutory tax filings
Work closely with external tax advisors to ensure compliance and optimize the tax position
Ensure compliance with tax, legal, and regulatory requirements
Maintain and continuously strengthen internal control procedures related to accounting
Oversee relationships with banks and insurance companies
Act as a finance business partner by providing financial insights to support decision‑making
Collaborate closely with FP&A on reporting and forecasting
Work with HQ teams on Group initiatives and projects (e.g. CSRD reporting, quarterly close optimization)
Actively contribute to the accounting transformation roadmap
Work closely with the project management team on the implementation of a new ERP system
Contribute to process improvements within the ERP and across existing workflows
Drive harmonization across entities by fostering a one‑team mindset
Harmonize processes, identify synergies, and align roles and responsibilities
Identify required system evolutions and collaborate closely with Tech teams to deliver them
Ensure effective and seamless change management
Identify and implement simplification opportunities to streamline workload
Drive continuous improvement and automation of accounting processes
Directly manage and lead a team of six people
Coach and support team members to develop skills and ensure business continuity
Identify training needs and ensure appropriate development and support are provided
Your Profile
- Degree in Accounting or a Master’s degree in Business Management with a strong specialization in Accounting
- 10+ years of professional experience in accounting and/or audit, gained in an international or complex environment
- Strong technical expertise in:
- Financial and analytical accounting
- Local accounting standards (Belgian and/or Dutch GAAP) and IFRS
- Tax, compliance, and internal control frameworks
- Cash and treasury management
- Financial reporting and statutory accounts
- Solid experience working with accounting systems and ERP environments (Navision and/or JD Edwards is a plus)
- Advanced Excel skills and strong affinity for systems and data
- Proven experience in managing, coaching, and developing a team
What Makes You Successful in This Role
- High level of self‑drive with the ability to lead, motivate, and inspire others
- Naturally curious, eager to learn, and motivated to continuously grow and improve
- Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment with competing priorities and deadlines
- Well‑organized, detail‑oriented, and recognized for your reliability and integrity
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving mindset with a hands‑on approach
- Process‑driven, with the ability to identify inefficiencies and drive sustainable improvements
- Clear and confident communicator, able to interact effectively with both finance and non‑finance stakeholders
- High sense of confidentiality, ethics, and professional integrity
Sounds good?
Then join our convivial team at Pernod Ricard Belgium. Your recruiter for this position is Sarah.
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.
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Target Hire Date:
2026-05-01Target End Date: