Accounting Officer

PT ESSA Industries Indonesia Tbk.; Jakarta Barat; On-site; IDR 78,120,000 - 122,760,000; Full time

Job summary

PT ESSA Industries Indonesia Tbk. is seeking an Accounts Payable Officer to ensure timely, accurate payments and strict compliance across our finance operations in Jakarta. You will process invoices, manage supplier queries, and support month-end closing.

The role requires strong experience in accounts payable, ERP/SAP proficiency, and solid understanding of tax and controls. Collaboration with procurement, tax, and bank partners is essential to optimize cash flow and maintain audit-ready

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Master’s degree (S2) preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Finance & Accounting; manufacturing/oil & gas/banking preferred.
• Strong hands-on experience in Accounts Payable, closing, reconciliation, and reporting.
• Good understanding of accounting principles, withholding tax, controls, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficient in SAP, ERP systems, Excel, and MS Office.
• Brevet A & B and related accounting/tax certifications are an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, problem-solving, communication, collaboration, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and process domestic and import invoices with proper authorization and GL coding.
• Process employee expense claims and ensure timely payments to avoid penalties.
• Reconcile payment batches, bank statements, vendor balances, advances, and liabilities.
• Support month-end and year-end closing, including AP sub-ledger and GL reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with DOA, SOPs, tax requirements, and company policies.
• Maintain audit trails and support documentation for internal and external audits.
• Identify discrepancies and coordinate timely resolution with stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Tax, Procurement, Warehouse, Plant Accounting, Finance, vendors, and banks to ensure end-to-end payments.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Problem‑solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Master’s degree preferred

Brevet A & B or related accounting/tax certifications

Tools

SAP

ERP/accounting systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

We’re Hiring: Accounts Payable Officer

Join our Finance team and play a key role in ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payment processes across the organization.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Master’s Degree (S2) preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Finance & Accounting, preferably within manufacturing, energy, petrochemical, oil & gas, or banking.
• Strong hands‑on experience in Accounts Payable, financial closing, reconciliation, and financial reporting.
• Good understanding of accounting principles, withholding tax, financial controls, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficient in ERP/accounting systems, SAP, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Office.
• Brevet A & B and other relevant Accounting, Tax, or Advanced Excel certifications are an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, problem‑solving, communication, collaboration, and time‑management skills.

Job Description

• Review, verify, and process domestic and import invoices, including service, manpower, and contractor invoices, ensuring proper authorization, documentation, GL coding, and compliance with company policies.
• Process employee expense claims and ensure payments are completed accurately and before due dates to avoid penalties and optimize payment terms.
• Reconcile payment batches, bank statements, vendor balances, advances, and liabilities to maintain accurate financial records.
• Support month‑end and year‑end closing, including AP sub‑ledger and general ledger reconciliation, accruals, aging reports, and outstanding liability analysis.
• Ensure compliance with Delegation of Authority (DOA), SOPs, accounting standards, tax requirements, and company policies.
• Maintain complete audit trails and support documentation and provide necessary information for internal and external audits.
• Identify discrepancies, abnormal transactions, and payment‑related issues and coordinate timely resolution.
• Collaborate closely with Tax, Procurement, Warehouse, Plant Accounting, Finance, vendors, and banks to ensure smooth end‑to‑end payment processes.

About Us

PT ESSA Industries Indonesia Tbk, formerly known as PT Surya Esa Perkasa Tbk., underwent a transformative rebrand on 2022 to better align withs its vision of leading Indonesia’s drive toward world class industrialization. Established in 2006, the company initially ventured into LPG and Condensate production withs its refinery facility in Palembang. Over the years, it expanded its operations, notably entering the Ammonia production sector through its subsidiary, PT Panca Amara Utama, at the Banggai Ammonia Plant in Sulawesi Tengah. ESSA has evolved into a leading company committed to contributing to Indonesia’s world class industrialization process. The company place a strong emphasis on environmental, social and sustainability considerations in all its endeavors. With records of accomplishment of innovation and excellence, ESSA continues to play a pivotal role in shaping Indonesia’s industrial landscape.