Senior Accountant

At Ontex, we are making everyday life easier across generations. Worldwide our 5,500 colleagues are taking pride in their work, guided by our values – Passion, Reliability, Integrity, Drive and Everyone. Every day they are developing, producing, and distributing affordable and sustainable baby, woman and adult personal care products.

As a leading international provider of personal hygiene solutions for retailer brands and healthcare partners, founded in Belgium in 1979 and listed on Euronext Brussels, we believe that innovation should be accessible to everyone.

As we continue being 'Here for you’, we’re looking for a Senior Accountant to join our Finance team.

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant is responsible for supporting the accuracy and integrity of Ontex North America's financial records through ownership of key accounting processes, including balance sheet reconciliations, fixed assets, prepaid expenses, GR/IR clearing, and tax reporting support. This role partners closely with Finance and cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting while identifying opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual balance sheet reconciliations and resolve reconciling items with business partners.
Manage fixed asset accounting, including acquisitions, disposals, transfers, and depreciation.
Oversee GR/IR clearing activities in SAP and investigate discrepancies between goods receipts and vendor invoices.
Prepare and post journal entries related to fixed assets, prepaid expenses, and other balance sheet accounts.
Support month-end and year-end close activities.
Assist with the preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules.
Provide documentation and support for internal and external audits.
Support tax reporting activities in partnership with external tax advisors.
Identify and recommend process improvements to strengthen controls and improve efficiency.

Qualifications

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Experience in accounting, finance, or a related discipline.
Knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting practices.
Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred

Previous experience with balance sheet reconciliations, fixed assets, or month-end close processes.
CPA certification or progress toward certification.
Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This role offers the opportunity to deepen your accounting expertise, gain exposure to key financial processes, and collaborate with teams across the organization. It is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking to expand their financial knowledge and continue growing their career within Ontex.

If you're passionate about the role and believe you would be a great fit, we'd love to hear from you. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply, ensuring a fair and transparent selection process.

Here for you.

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