Finance & Accounting Manager

PT Samudera Caraka Jasa; Jakarta Selatan; On-site; IDR 200.000.000 - 300.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in Jakarta is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial operations and lead the accounting team. Responsibilities include maintaining journal entries, preparing financial statements, and optimizing cost structures. The ideal candidate holds a degree in accounting and has 2–5 years of experience in the logistics sector. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential. This role offers opportunities for strategic planning and process digitalization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–5 years of relevant experience, preferably in logistics or freight forwarding.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and timely journal entries and ledger accounts.
• Prepare complete financial statements monthly, quarterly, and annually.
• Evaluate cost structures for opportunities in logistics.
• Lead and mentor the finance & accounting team.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Proficiency in Ms. Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and timely journal entries and ledger accounts.
• Prepare complete financial statements on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis in accordance with PSAK/IFRS.
• Perform bank reconciliations, intercompany balance settlements, and control account reviews.
• Prepare consolidated financial reports (if applicable).
• Provide cash flow forecasts and variance analysis.
• Evaluate cost structures across logistics or shipping jobs; identify opportunities for cost optimization and profit margin improvement; support sales and operations in pricing strategy through historical cost benchmarking.
• Monitor AR aging and advise on collection strategies for overdue accounts; oversee billing processes and ensure completeness of supporting documents; manage vendor payment schedules to optimize cash flow and ensure priority alignment.
• Supervise routine tax filings (VAT, withholding, corporate taxes); ensure alignment with tax audit requirements and government regulations; coordinate with tax consultants to ensure compliance and planning efficiency.
• Lead and mentor the finance & accounting team for performance and compliance with SOPs; design and enforce strong internal control mechanisms; provide training on accounting procedures, systems, and regulatory standards.
• Act as a financial advisor to management in evaluating financial health and business risk; contribute to mid-term strategic planning with a focus on cost structure and cash positioning; support finance process digitalization or ERP implementation initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 2–5 years of relevant experience, preferably in logistics or freight forwarding.
• Proficient in Ms. Excel and accounting software.
• Good leadership and problem solving.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.