Accountant

Parkwind develops, finances, and operates offshore wind farms. Since 2023 Parkwind has been wholly owned by JERA, the Japanese energy group that is one of the world’s largest electricity producers. It is now part of JERA Nex, JERA’s renewable energy subsidiary.
With more than a decade of experience and 1028MW under operational management worldwide, Parkwind is currently expanding internationally. Our team of 160 professionals works from Belgium (Leuven & Ostend), Germany, Ireland, Norway, Greece, Australia, and New Zealand, and is committed to making green energy available and affordable for everyone.

Parkwind as an employer
At Parkwind, we want to create a better world for future generations by making offshore wind energy available to all. We are ambitious and set the bar high for ourselves with enthusiasm, not only today but also tomorrow. This is not a short-term job but requires a long-term commitment and vision for the future.
And we realize that changing the future starts with ourselves. Parkwind's real magic lies in people. We do business with people, for people. And that is why we find it essential to work together in an open and safe environment, where everyone feels welcome and can contribute optimally.

In light of its further international business expansion, Parkwind is looking to enlarge its Accounting and Tax team with a Accountant.

Our Accounting and Tax Department

Our Accounting and Tax department plays a crucial role in managing financial operations for multiple companies, both within Belgium and abroad. Here are the key responsibilities we handle:

• Day-to-Day Accounting:
• We meticulously record and manage financial transactions for all the companies under our purview.
• Our team ensures accurate bookkeeping (leading ledger IFRS), financial reporting, and compliance with accounting standards.
• Group Consolidation:
• As part of our global operations, we consolidate financial data from all subsidiaries.
• This consolidated information is essential for reporting to our headquarters in Japan.
• Tax Compliance:
• We handle all tax-related matters, including filing tax returns, ensuring compliance with local and international tax laws, and optimizing tax strategies.
• Our expertise covers income tax, corporate tax, and value-added tax (VAT).
  
  

Our commitment to precision, compliance, and financial transparency enables us to support the success of our companies and contribute to the overall growth of our organization.

Your Role:

• Manage all aspects of some company's financial transactions and records.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Handle accounts payable and receivable, including processing invoices, expense reports, and payments.
• Conduct monthly closings and reconciliations of financial accounts.
• Collaborate with internal teams to provide financial insights and support decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and assist in the preparation of tax returns.
• Prepare and assist the yearly and interim audits.
• Implement and maintain effective internal controls.
• Stay updated on accounting principles and regulations to ensure compliance.
  

Your profile:

• You have at least a Bachelor Accountancy-Taxation.
• Proven experience as an accountant with comprehensive knowledge of accounting principles.
• Knowledge of IFRS accounting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
• Knowledge of industry-specific regulations and compliance standards.
• Strong ethical standards and integrity.
  
  
  

We Offer:

• A position in a stimulating professional environment within a sustainable, fast-growing international industry that has a long-term ambition to contribute to global decarbonization.
• A challenging function with a lot of variety.
• The ability to develop your personal and professional skills.
• An attractive remuneration based on your skills and achievements combined with an extensive package of extra-legal benefits.
• We believe in the benefit of flexible working hours and location and appreciate that we see one another in person regularly.