Head of Accounting

at  Dstny

Onze missie is om bedrijfscommunicatie zo makkelijk mogelijk te maken voor werknemers en klanten, vandaag én morgen. Zo bieden we KMO’s en grote bedrijven een modern all-in communicatieplatform voor telefonie, chat en video, maar ook geavanceerde connectiviteits- en beveiligingsoplossingen . Vandaag zijn er in Europa reeds meer dan 3,5 miljoen gebruikers die met onze tools communiceren, samenwerken en uitstekende klantenservice bieden. Maar we staan niet stil, want onze markt blijft evolueren en Dstny groeit mee.
Door onze duurzame groei zijn we voortdurend op zoek naar enthousiaste mensen om ons team te versterken. Wat wij in de plaats aanbieden? Een geweldige, vernieuwde werkplek, fantastische collega’s, de mogelijkheid om vanuit huis te werken, diverse teambuildings en bedrijfsevents, fijne klanten… en nog veel meer.
Klinkt dat als muziek in de oren? Lees dan verder en wie weet stap jij binnenkort aan boord bij jouw nieuwe Dstny-avontuur.

ABOUT THE ROLE…

Dstny is a premier European provider of cloud-based business communications solutions. With more than 3,5 million users, Dstny simplifies communication for companies, partners, and service providers with products delivered as-a-service in various formats.
Over the years, Dstny has been recognized as one of the most innovative & fast-growing companies in their industry, positioned to scale rapidly and gain further market share. The Dstny team has grown quickly through an aggressive buy and build strategy, backed by Seven2; one of the biggest venture capitalists in Europe.
Headquartered in Brussels (Belgium), Dstny has ca. 1000 employees in 7 European countries (Belgium, France, Netherlands, Sweden, Denmark, Germany and the UK) and a ca. €250 million annual revenue.
As the Head of Accounting, you will be responsible for leading both the local and group accounting functions within Dstny Group. You will play a crucial role in driving important initiatives on our agenda, including the implementation of our ERP system. The successful candidate will need to have expertise in local accountancy practices, as well as experience in transitioning to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
This role represents a unique chance to lead transformative change within an ambitious and fast-growing technology group, shaping the future of Dstny and your own career trajectory in the process.
This role requires an experienced strategic Accounting and Finance manager who combines analytical skills with a pragmatic, polyvalent and agile approach. Someone who can navigate through uncertainty and risk, deliver precise and persuasive communication, and foster collaboration across the organization and countries.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and oversee the accounting department, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Drive the implementation of our ERP system, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth transition and optimized processes.
• Provide end-to-end insights into accounting operations, from transactional level to financial reporting, to support strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify and address key challenges and opportunities in accounting processes and systems.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of young, dynamic, and ambitious accounting professionals.

Dstny Group offers a unique opportunity to be part of a growing company and European headquarters based in Belgium. This role is significant not only for our operations in Belgium but also for our presence in other countries. Joining Dstny means leading a team of talented individuals and contributing to the success of an ambitious and dynamic organization.

• Strong executive presence and communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Credibility to collaborate with senior stakeholders, and strong relationship building skills to create a rapport with the initiative owners.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and insights to drive decision-making.
• Outstanding organizational and time-management abilities, adept at handling multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to navigate ambiguity and thrive in challenging situations.
• Ability and willingness to travel within Europe at approximately 1-2 trips per quarter