Senior Manager Audit Gent

Shape the future of Audit at BDO

Lead audit projects that make a difference. As a Senior Manager, you get to use your expertise to build trust with your clients and confidence with your colleagues.

To us, audit is about more than numbers. We give businesses the confidence and assurance to make the right financial decisions, helping them grow together with us. You work closely with clients from all industries and sizes to ensure accuracy, identify risks and improvement opportunities, and deliver the quality audit work that people can trust.

• Lead significant audit projects – Take charge of complex audit files, ensuring the quality that gives clients confidence in financial reporting.
• Build trusted client relationships – You’re the go-to contact for your clients, you realise independence and professionalism is crucial in your field yet know the difference a personal approach makes.
• Deliver peace of mind – Manage the preparation and discussion of opinions letters and financial statements. Your work ensures accurate financial reporting.
• Mentor and develop – Lead audit teams and junior colleagues, sharing your technical expertise while building the leadership skills that define the next step in your career.
• Stay ahead of the curve – Get training through BDO Academy and external programs to stay sharp on audit standards, new techniques and regulatory developments.

Your foundation:

• Master's degree in Economics or Business Engineering, with additional financial-economic qualifications being a strong asset
• Minimum 10 years of professional auditing experience where you've demonstrated your technical capabilities and client management skills
• Fluency in Dutch or French, and English; additional languages are valued and can open doors to our diverse client portfolio

Your personality:

• Your communication skills are on point, allowing you to deliver your message to colleagues and clients
• You adapt quickly to new challenges and client needs
• You demonstrate flexibility and proactive thinking, always seeking solutions rather than just identifying problems
• You have some people management experience and ambition to grow into senior leadership roles

Our commitment to you

• Accelerated skill development: build your technical expertise through BDO Academy, external training programs, and hands-on experience with diverse, challenging projects that expand your capabilities.
• Client variety: work with various types of clients, from innovative start-ups to established corporations and public sector organisations. We're always open to listening to your preferences and interests when building relationships with clients.
• Supportive learning environment: develop your skills with guidance from experienced professionals who are committed to helping you succeed.
• Flexibility that works for you: balance demanding audit seasons with time to recharge. Choose your working arrangements and adapt your schedule to perform (and rest) at your best.
• Culture built on growth: join a team that values open communication, diverse perspectives, and the personal connections that make challenging work rewarding.
• Clear career progression: get a clear path toward leadership roles with opportunities to take on increasing responsibility as your expertise grows.
• Competitive rewards: enjoy a market-aligned salary package; including a company car with charging pass, a phone subscription, health insurance, pension plan, meal and eco vouchers and a net allowance. Thanks to our Flexible Income Plan you can optimise your package depending on your needs.

Ready to take your audit expertise to new heights?

 We believe that your career path is yours to shape. At BDO, you’re not confined by rigid structures or limited roles. If you like to learn, ask questions, and work with different types of clients, we want to hear from you!

Send us your CV and let's discuss how you can make your career count.

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