Job Description

Accounting and Taxation Manager

About the company

Geekhunter is hiring on behalf of our client, with core business is consultancy and financial technology. 

Job Responsibilities

Seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Accounting and Taxation Manager with 4-6 years of experience in the unsecured lending business. The ideal candidate will be proficient in preparing, building, and analyzing financial statements, including P&L, Balance Sheets and Cashflows and performing all reconciliation-related activities.

• Financial Statements Preparation and Analysis:
  • Prepare, build, and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
  • Ensure financial statements comply with local and international accounting standards.
  • Provide insights and recommendations based on financial analysis to support decision-making.
• Reconciliation Activities:
  • Perform daily, monthly, and annual reconciliations of accounts, including bank reconciliations
  • Ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled in a timely mannerIdentify discrepancies and implement corrective actions to resolve them.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all reconciliations.
• Taxation Management
  • Ensure compliance with Indonesian direct and indirect taxation laws, specifically for consumer lending businesses.
  • Prepare and file accurate and timely tax returns, including VAT, corporate tax, and withholding tax.
  • Manage tax planning and strategy to optimize tax liabilities.
  • Stay updated on changes in tax regulations and ensure the company’s practices comply with the latest laws.
• Reporting Requirements:
  • Prepare and submit all required financial and tax reports to regulatory authorities.
  • Ensure timely and accurate reporting to internal and external stakeholders
  • Coordinate with auditors and regulatory bodies during audits and examinations
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation to support financial and tax reporting.
• Internal Controls and Compliance:
  • Develop, implement, and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial accuracy.
  • Conduct regular audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls and recommend improvements.
  • Coordinate with OJK and other local regulators for any license related requirements.
• Budgeting and Forecasting:
  • Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
  • Monitor actual performance against budget and forecast, and provide analysis of variances.
  • Support financial planning activities to ensure the company meets its financial objectives.
• Team Management and Development:
  • Supervise and mentor junior accounting and tax staff.
  • Provide training and support to enhance the skills and knowledge of the finance team.
  • Foster a collaborative and high-performing work environment.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as CPA, CA, or equivalent is highly desirable.
• Proficient in Bahasa and English.
• 4-6 years of experience in accounting and taxation in the consumer lending business In-depth knowledge of Indonesian direct and indirect taxation laws.
• Proficiency in preparing, building, and analyzing financial statements.
• Strong understanding of reconciliation processes and best practices and familiarity with financial regulations and reporting requirements for lending businesses.
• Knowledge of international accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP).
• Proficiency in accounting software (Xero, QBO), and MS Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• A strong personality who likes to build things from scratch, prioritizes learning and wants to grow sustainably (not hyper-growth) by assuming significant responsibility

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative team.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• The chance to significantly impact the financial health of borrowers (businesses and consumers) across the South East Asia.