Country: Belgium
Req ID: 529163
Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: Onsite
Seniority Level: Mid-Senior Level
At Leviat, you can build a future with a lasting legacy.
As the global leader in construction accessories and engineered solutions, Leviat helps shape the built environment - responsibly, sustainably and at scale. With 60 locations worldwide, we combine global expertise with local insight to support some of the world's most ambitious construction projects.
Our portfolio brings together trusted brands with decades of specialist experience in structural connections, reinforcement, anchoring and lifting systems. Together, we help make buildings safer, stronger and more efficient. Learn more about our business and trusted product brands at www.leviat.com
Working in partnership with architects, engineers and contractors around the world, we deliver innovative solutions and technical expertise that accelerate construction and enhance building performance.
At Leviat, expertise is valued, collaboration is encouraged and ambition is supported. Whatever your role, you will have opportunities to develop, specialise and make a meaningful impact on the built environment.
Our products are often unseen, yet essential; helping shape the places where people live, work and connect every day. Wherever construction demands precision, reliability and innovation, Leviat plays a critical role.
Own where your ambition can take you. With the support of a global business, you'll be empowered to explore opportunities, grow your expertise and help build the future of construction.
Finance. Leadership. Transformation.The Finance Director, Belgium & France is the senior Finance leader for the Belgian a French business and a key member of the Belgian & France Management Team. The role acts as a strategic partner to the Managing Director, combining strong financial governance and control with commercial and operational insight. The Finance Director is accountable for the integrity of the financial results, delivery of the planning and performance cycle, cash and working capital, statutory and tax compliance, and the continued development and transformation of the Finance function within both countries.
Primary roles and responsibilities include - Act as the principal Finance partner to the Managing Director and Management Team, providing independent challenge, clear insight and practical decision support.
- Own the complete Finance agenda for Belgium and France, including financial control, management reporting, financial planning and analysis, tax, treasury, statutory reporting and local compliance.
- Lead the annual budget and regular forecasting processes, challenge assumptions, identify risks and opportunities andcoordinate performance actions with business leaders across both countries.
- Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and annual closing and reporting, together with the integrity of statutoryaccounts and compliance with local and Group accounting requirements.
- Maintain a strong internal control environment, ensure compliance with Group policies and SOX requirements, and coordinate internal and external audits and remediation actions.
- Partner with Commercial teams on pricing, margins, customer and product profitability, credit risk and major commercial decisions.
- Partner with Operations and Supply Chain on production costs, product costing, inventory, operational efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Drive cash generation and working capital performance, with particular focus on receivables, inventory, payables and reliable cash forecasting.
- Lead the financial evaluation and governance of capital expenditure, strategic investments, restructuring initiatives and other material business decisions, including post investment review.
- Lead, coach and develop the Belgian and France Finance team, strengthen capabilities, clarify accountabilities and maintain effective succession and development plans.
- Drive Finance transformation through process simplification, standardization, automation, improved data quality and effective use of SAP and other reporting tools.
- Build effective relationships with Europe Finance, Group Finance, auditors, tax advisers, banking partners and other relevant internal and external stakeholders.
Core Competenties - Country Finance Leadership: Proven ability to lead a complete country or business Finance function, combining disciplined control with strong partnership to senior management.
- Commercial and Strategic Acumen: Ability to understand the drivers of revenue, margin, profitability, cash and return on investment and translate analysis into clear business action.
- Financial Control and Governance: Strong command of accounting, statutory reporting, tax, treasury, audit, risk management and internal controls, including experience in a SOX environment.
- Operational Finance: Good understanding of manufacturing or industrial operations, including production costs, product costing, inventory and operational performance.
- Planning and Performance Management: Demonstrated ability to lead budgets, forecasts and management reporting, challenge assumptions and drive accountability for delivery.
- Transformation and Systems: Track record of improving Finance organizations, processes and systems, with practical experience of ERP environments, preferably SAP, and Finance automation.
- Leadership and Influence: A credible, accessible and collaborative leader who develops teams, communicates clearly and can influence effectively across functions and levels.
- Execution and Judgement: High personal ownership, sound judgement and the ability to priorities and deliver in a changing, performance-focused environment.
Your Profile- Relevant university degree and/or recognized professional Finance or accounting qualification.
- At least 10 years of progressive Finance experience, including significant senior Finance leadership responsibility.
- Experience in manufacturing, construction products or other industrial environments is highly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting, Belgian and French statutory requirements, tax, treasury, internal controls and audit.
- Experience in international and matrixed organizations, ideally within a private equity backed or performance focused environment.
- ERP implementation or optimization experience and strong working knowledge of SAP, Excel and modern reporting tools.
- Fluent English, Dutch and French are required.
- Positive, pragmatic and accessible leadership style, with a strong bias for action and willingness to work at both strategic and detailed levels.
What we offer? - A key leadership role within an international and growing organization.
- Broad responsibilities with a direct impact on our Belgian operations.
- The opportunity to further develop and strengthen a high-performing Finance team.
- A competitive salary package complemented by an attractive range of fringe benefits, including a company car, meal vouchers, bonus scheme, group insurance, and more.
- A dynamic environment where initiative, collaboration, and entrepreneurship are valued and encouraged.
Ready to Connect Numbers, People, and Strategy?Apply today and help us build the future of our organization.
Leviat is an equal opportunities employer. We are commited to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Please note that we cannot accept any applications submitted through email for GDPR purposes. Candidates must apply through our job portal. We do not accept candidate introductions for this position from recruitment agencies, unless you have been instructed to do so by our recruitment team. 
