Head of Finance & Accounting

Bumi Investama Grup; Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta; On-site; USD 30.000 - 70.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in baby products is seeking a strategic and operational Head of Finance & Accounting based in Jakarta. In this pivotal role, you will lead all financial operations, ensuring compliance and optimizing processes to facilitate the company's growth. The ideal candidate will have substantial finance experience, strong analytical skills, and a background in retail or e-commerce.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of progressive experience in finance & accounting.
• Solid understanding of Indonesian taxation and compliance.
• Hands-on experience with budgeting, cash flow management, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all financial aspects of the company.
• Develop financial strategies aligned with business growth.
• Build and lead a high-performing finance and accounting team.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA preferred

Tools

Accounting software (e.g., Accurate, Xero)

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title: Head of Finance & Accounting
Location: Jakarta, Indonesia
Reports to: CEO
Type: Full-Time

About Bloome

Bloome is a fast-growing baby products brand dedicated to delivering beautifully designed, safe, and thoughtful essentials for modern moms and their little ones. As we scale both our e-commerce and offline presence, we are looking for a strategic and hands-on Head of Finance & Accounting to help build a strong financial foundation and drive our next phase of growth.

Job Summary

The Head of Finance & Accounting will lead and oversee all financial aspects of Bloome, including accounting operations, financial planning & analysis, budgeting, internal controls, compliance, and reporting. This role is both strategic and operational — ideal for someone who can build systems from the ground up while keeping a hands-on approach during daily execution.

Key Responsibilities

Job Title: Head of Finance & Accounting
Location: Jakarta, Indonesia
Reports to: CEO
Type: Full-Time

About Bloome

Bloome is a fast-growing baby products brand dedicated to delivering beautifully designed, safe, and thoughtful essentials for modern moms and their little ones. As we scale both our e-commerce and offline presence, we are looking for a strategic and hands-on Head of Finance & Accounting to help build a strong financial foundation and drive our next phase of growth.

Job Summary

The Head of Finance & Accounting will lead and oversee all financial aspects of Bloome, including accounting operations, financial planning & analysis, budgeting, internal controls, compliance, and reporting. This role is both strategic and operational — ideal for someone who can build systems from the ground up while keeping a hands-on approach during daily execution.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with Bloome’s growth goals (online & offline).

• Advise the CEO and senior leadership team on financial performance, forecasts, and business decisions.

• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Oversee day-to-day accounting activities including AR/AP, GL, reconciliation, and payroll.

• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings.

• Manage tax reporting, statutory compliance, and audit processes (internal & external).

Cash Flow & Working Capital Management

• Monitor cash flow, optimize working capital, and manage relationships with banks and financial institutions.

• Supervise payment cycles, collection processes, and supplier payment terms.

Cost Control & COGS Analysis

• Analyze and manage COGS, operational expenses, and gross margins across SKUs and channels.

• Collaborate with procurement and operations to improve cost efficiency and stock planning.

System Development & Reporting

• Set up and streamline financial systems, SOPs, and internal controls.

• Create dashboard reports for management: sales, profitability, burn rate, inventory turnover, etc.

Team Building & Management

• Build and lead a high-performing finance and accounting team.

• Train and mentor junior staff and collaborate with cross-functional teams (sales, marketing, ops).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA preferred.

• Minimum 5+ years of progressive experience in finance & accounting, ideally in retail, FMCG, or e-commerce.

• Solid understanding of Indonesian taxation, compliance, and regulatory standards.

• Hands-on experience with budgeting, cash flow management, and financial reporting.

• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Accurate, Xero, or similar) and Microsoft Excel.

• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• High integrity, attention to detail, and ability to thrive in a growing, dynamic environment.

Preferred Traits

• Experience in managing finances for a fast-scaling startup or brand.

• Familiarity with marketplace platforms (Shopee, Tokopedia) and modern trade financial practices.

• Comfortable working in a purpose-driven and fast pivoting business strategy.

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