Working in Balance?

Work hard, play hard. Easy.

“Everything with ‘too’ in front is bad, except ‘too-happy.'” A wise saying you may know. Too much fun at work (and letting your work pile up) is certainly not good for productivity. But working too hard without enjoying yourself? That’s definitely not the way to go either.

We believe balance works. And that working hard and having fun are two sides of the same coin. That’s why we do everything we can to create an environment where you can reach your goals, excel, and still have a blast along the way. Because we’re not robots, right?

That’s Worth Celebrating

We give it our all every day. We go for it—for ourselves, for the team, for the company, and for our clients. And it pays off, as we surpass ourselves, bring wild projects to a beautiful conclusion, and can look back proudly on what we accomplish day in and day out.

And then, you must, no, you have to celebrate that!

Elise Cuppens, our senior accountant, enthusiastically shares: “We celebrate our successes in all kinds of ways. Kayaking on the Leie, laser tag in an inflatable obstacle course—it’s really the craziest things.”

“We all went skiing together last year. It was unbelievable: five days in Austria. Every colleague, from junior to partner, everyone was there. The little village in the mountains was almost completely occupied by PKF BOFIDI, and it was amazing. Definitely worth repeating, so we’re already looking forward to the next edition!” adds Philippe Glorieux, senior accountant.

When Colleagues Become Friends

“These activities ensure that we’re not just colleagues, but also real friends,” says Geraldine Simoens, corporate tax & finance consultant with us.

It might sound cliché when people say, “here, your colleagues are also your real friends,” but we think it’s essential to invest in that. After all, these are the people you work with 40 hours a week, so it’s nice if you have a real connection with them.
We don’t even wait for a reason to celebrate. Our events team organizes team activities and social events throughout the year to bring us closer together. Think of our annual BBQ, our PKF BOFIDI day, weekends together, sports events like the Antwerp 10 Miles, matches from our own padel club, etc. And every last Friday of the month, we also have Friyay, an evening with games, drinks, and snacks. Completely optional, but always well-attended.

Geraldine feels the benefits every day: “Here, there’s an incredible family-like atmosphere. We organize a lot of activities outside of work, which creates a true sense of connection.”

Professional and Personal: Hand in Hand

Balance, of course, is about more than just fun and team spirit. You also have your personal life, with everything that comes with it: a partner with a busy schedule, kids to pick up, that kind of thing.
We understand that your life may look very different in a year from now.

“For example, six years ago I didn’t have kids. Now I do, and it’s really nice that your job, the job content, and your employer are flexible enough to grow with my changing needs,” says Philippe.

We believe no one knows your schedule better than you do. That’s why we give you the freedom to organize your workspace and working hours flexibly.
Karel, personal tax manager, highlights: “I get the freedom and trust to do my work where and when I want. If I get stuck, my colleagues are always ready to help.”

And Elise adds: “PKF BOFIDI places great value on a healthy work-life balance. We offer flexible hours and remote work, but also workshops to promote well-being, such as working with focus and the importance of taking breaks. Or even a sleep coaching session with our client SleepWorld. They’re really involved in your personal life, in the best possible way.”

PKF BOFIDI places great importance on a healthy work-life balance.

And even at the office, it’s important that you’re comfortable. Our office in Ghent has been completely redesigned based on input from our colleagues. Elise says: “We have ergonomic chairs, plenty of plants, and a quiet garden where we can relax. It’s really improved my work comfort.”

Growing in Great Company

At our company, it’s not just about the work we do, but how we do it. We consciously create an environment where you can grow both professionally and personally. We celebrate our successes together, organize fun team activities, and offer flexible workspaces and hours. This way, we ensure you come to work every day with a smile.

Curious how this would look for you? Let’s chat! Come by for a coffee and discover how we can grow together and have fun. Because at PKF BOFIDI, working hard and laughing hard go hand in hand.