About us Daimler Truck Belgium Luxembourg (DT BeLux) is a dynamic team of around 60 employees representing the prestigious Mercedes-Benz brand in Belgium.
As part of the international Daimler Truck AG - one of the world’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturers headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, we are at the forefront of innovation in commercial transportation.
The Accounting department of DT BeLux is an integral part of Daimler Truck’s European Finance division. Reporting to the local CFO, the Head of Accounting leads the entire financial reporting process and accounting team to deliver accurate, timely IFRS-compliant reports for DT BeLux and Daimler Buses Belgium and brings structure.
This includes managing the accounting team, setting objectives, providing guidance, and planning resources to optimize efficiency and quality. Additionally, you will handle tax reporting, credit risk monitoring, and collaborate with controlling and tax departments to support financial planning and compliance.
As the face of Accounting at DT BeLux and Daimler Buses Belgium, you will:
# Lead and manage the full financial reporting process, ensuring accurate and timely IFRS-compliant monthly and annual reports.
# Collaborate effectively with the Shared Service Center (SSC), Controlling, and other internal teams to drive continuous improvements in efficiency and quality.
# Serve as the primary point of contact for SSC and respond promptly and comprehensively to Daimler Truck AG (DTAG) queries.
# Manage and develop the accounting team by setting objectives, conducting performance reviews, managing workloads, and providing coaching and guidance to support team success. Take ownership of the monthly financial reporting cycle using the MIF system, ensuring GAAP adjustments, inter-company reconciliations, and disclosure completeness are accurately delivered on time.
# Collaborate with Controlling on financial adjustments, balance sheet planning, and submission of planned financial statements aligned with IMPACT data as part of the financial planning process.
# Oversee the preparation and submission of annual financial statements, working closely with external auditors and management to ensure compliance and timely delivery.
# Manage tax reporting within the Truck business unit, ensuring accuracy and timely submission, and coordinate with Tax Management and external advisors.
# Monitor and manage credit risk by overseeing dunning processes and implementing effective controls to minimize financial exposure.
Bachelor in Accounting or related field
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role within a corporate, international environment.
Hands-on experience with SAP and strong technical skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a team
Fluent in Dutch & English , ideally you also speak French
No worries — we hire for attitude and passion as much as skills (with exception of the language skills)
*** A key role within a leading global truck brand and an international team
-A competitive salary package, including bonus, company car, insurance, and pension plan
-Two vibrant, modern workplaces at Zaventem Airport and close to Asse - both with easy parking facilities
-We are looking for learning, committed and enthusiastic talents who are passionate about procurement. As one global team, we drive our progress and success together – everyone at Daimler Truck makes the difference. Together, we want to achieve a sustainable transportation, reduce our carbon footprint, increase safety on and off the track, develop smarter technology and attractive financial solutions. We value the individual strengths of our employees, because these lead to the best team performance and thus to the success of our company. We welcome applications from people of all cultures and genders, parents, people with disabilities and people of any community.
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