Head of Department - Accounting and Tax

PT TMF Indonesia; Jakarta Utara; On-site; IDR 300.000.000 - 400.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global business services provider is seeking a Head of Department for Accounting & Tax in Jakarta Utara. This role requires a seasoned professional with 8-10 years of experience, including 3-5 years in leadership. Responsibilities include driving revenue growth, managing a diverse team, ensuring compliance with local and international standards, and maintaining client satisfaction. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and proficient knowledge of accounting systems. Join us to make a significant impact in the industry.

Benefits

Internal career opportunities

Global learning opportunities

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of relevant experience in a similar field.
• At least 3-5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Deep knowledge of IFRS and PSAK standards.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive change.

Responsibilities

• Lead the A&T department and execute its strategic direction.
• Drive revenue growth and maintain client satisfaction.
• Oversee recruitment and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and TMF standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Accounting knowledge

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CA)

Tools

Myob

Accpac

SAP

Oracle NetSuite

Navision

Xero

Job description

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TMF Group is a leading global provider of high-value business services to clients operating and investing globally. We focus on providing specialized and business-critical financial and administrative services that enable our clients to operate their corporate structures, finance vehicles and investment funds in different geographical locations.

Role Purpose:

The Head of Department (HoD) - A&T is responsible for leading the Accounting & Tax business unit, ensuring the delivery of robust, compliant, and high-quality financial administration services to external clients. This role is pivotal in driving revenue growth, maintaining client satisfaction, and ensuring regulatory compliance, while also developing and empowering the team to achieve operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Set and execute the strategic direction for the A&T department in alignment with TMF Indonesia’s business goals.
• Drive revenue growth and margin improvement, with a focus on closing performance gaps and achieving/exceeding budget targets.
• Foster a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Team Management & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse team of managers, executives, and associates.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and performance management to build a strong, capable team.
• Implement internal control procedures and ensure knowledge transfer across all levels.
• Ensure the efficient and compliant delivery of accounting and tax services, including financial statement preparation, bookkeeping, payment processing, and management reporting.
• Maintain high standards of client communication and relationship management, ensuring transparency and responsiveness.
• Support clients during audits and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.
• Oversee daily operations, ensuring quality control, data accuracy, and adherence to both local (PSAK) and international (IFRS) accounting standards.
• Drive process improvements and leverage technology to enhance productivity and service delivery.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), including revenue, margin, productivity, and client satisfaction.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure all services are delivered in full compliance with local regulations and TMF Group’s global standards.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks related to financial operations and client engagements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (minimum); professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CA, or equivalent) preferred.
• Minimum 8‑10 years of relevant experience, with at least 3‑5 years in a senior leadership role within an accounting services firm or similar environment.
• Proven track record in managing large teams and delivering results in a fast‑paced, client‑focused setting.
• Deep knowledge of international (IFRS) and local (PSAK) accounting standards.
• Strong proficiency in accounting systems (e.g., Myob, Accpac, SAP, Oracle NetSuite, Navision, Xero) and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills in both English and Bahasa Indonesia.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and drive change.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

What's in it for you?

Work with colleagues and clients around the world on interesting and challenging work.

We provide internal career opportunities, so you can take your career further within TMF.

Continuous development is supported through global learning opportunities from the TMF Business Academy.

Making an impact

You’ll be helping us to make the world a simpler place to do business for our clients.

Through our corporate social responsibility program, you’ll also be making a difference in the communities where we work.

Strong feedback culture to help build an engaging workplace.

Our inclusive work environment allows you to work from our offices around the world, as well as from home, helping you find the right work‑life balance to perform at your best.