We at Yara are part of a global network, collaborating to profitably and responsibly solve some of the world's key challenges - resource scarcity, food insecurity and environmental change.
The Finance Manager Belgium oversees financial management, reporting, and regulatory compliance for Yara’s Belgian legal entities, including production, commercial, and service activities.
The role ensures compliance with IFRS and Belgian GAAP, leads tax compliance and planning, and acts as the key finance business partner to local teams. Reporting to the Finance Director Central Europe, the position works closely with the Shared Service Center, Corporate Finance, Group Accounting, and Group Tax.
Financial Reporting & Compliance
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, Belgian GAAP, and local regulatory requirements (CIT, VAT, audits).
• Lead monthly and quarterly IFRS reporting and oversee statutory and tax financial statements.
• Act as the main contact for internal and external auditors.
Tax & Transfer Pricing
• Lead local tax planning, risk analysis, and compliance in coordination with the Group Tax team.
• Manage transfer pricing documentation and discussions with tax authorities.
Corporate Finance & Accounting
• Partner with Group Accounting on technical accounting matters.
• Support complex accounting topics such as provisions, impairments, pensions, and deferred taxes.
Business Partnering
• Provide financial insights to local business teams on profitability, costs, and investments.
• Coordinate with the Shared Service Center and support board-level financial reporting.
• Contribute to regional finance initiatives and projects.
Team Leadership
• Manage and develop the local finance team.
• Set priorities, coach team members, and ensure high performance aligned with local and Group requirements.
Qualifications and Experience:
• Minimum 10 years of experience in finance, with a strong background in financial accounting, statutory reporting, and tax.
• In-depth knowledge of Belgian GAAP and IFRS; practical experience applying both frameworks in a complex multi-entity environment.
• Solid expertise in Belgian corporate income tax, VAT, and transfer pricing.
• Experience managing or coordinating statutory audits and liaising with external auditors and tax authorities.
• Experience with transfer pricing documentation and the ability to lead technical discussions on pricing positions and profitability.
• Previous experience in audit (external or internal) and/or financial controlling is a strong advantage.
• CPA qualification (Certified Public Accountant) or equivalent professional accounting certification (e.g. ACCA, RA, or Belgian equivalent) is also a strong advantage.
• Experience working with shared service centers or in a multi-country finance organization is an asset.
Key Competencies
• Strong analytical and technical accounting skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proven team leadership and people development skills.
• Proactive, structured, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Fluency in French and English; Dutch is an asset.
Tobias Hillebrand, Finance Director, Central Europe, Reporting & Control.
Sara De Vos, Talent Specialist & Prevention Advisor.
29th of May 2026
Knowledge grows through differences
Yara is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is not only the right thing, but also the smart thing to do. To deliver on this, Yara has firmly anchored Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) in our business strategy and has more than 400 employees worldwide involved in D&I ambassadors networks.
As part of our recruitment process, where permitted by local law, we may conduct reference and background checks. These checks will only be performed when deemed necessary for the nature of the job. Candidates will be informed by HR before any background checks are initiated.
Yara's mission is to responsibly feed the world and protect the planet. We pursue a strategy of sustainable value growth through reducing emissions from crop nutrition production and developing low-emission energy solutions. Yara’s ambition is focused on growing a nature-positive food future that creates value for our customers, shareholders and society at large and delivers a more sustainable food value chain.
To drive the green shift in fertilizer production, shipping, and other energy intensive industries, Yara will produce ammonia with significantly lower emissions. We provide digital tools for precision farming and work closely with partners at all levels of the food value chain to share knowledge and promote more efficient and sustainable solutions.
Founded in 1905 to solve the emerging famine in Europe, Yara has established a unique position as the industry’s only global crop nutrition company. With 18,000 employees and operations in more than 60 countries, sustainability is an integral part of our business model. In 2024, Yara reported revenues of USD 13.9 billion.
