Plant Finance Manager - Probolinggo

Robert Walters; Jawa Timur; On-site; IDR 200.000.000 - 300.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Factory Accountant in Indonesia, Jawa Timur. The role requires a Chartered Accountant (CA) and entails managing factory-level financial transactions, preparing accurate reports, and ensuring compliance with Indonesian regulations. Candidates should have 7-10 years in manufacturing accounting, preferably in a listed company or MNC. Strong analytical skills, ERP knowledge, and fluency in English are vital for success in this dynamic role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in factory or plant accounting within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working in a listed company in Indonesia or in an MNC is essential.
• Fluency in English (spoken and written) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate recording of all factory accounting transactions.
• Prepare financial statements ensuring compliance with reporting timelines.
• Manage general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and fixed asset accounting.
• Lead standard costing, variance analysis, and reconciliation of production costs.
• Ensure compliance with Indonesian tax and statutory regulations.
• Manage factory-level cash flows and optimize working capital.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving capabilities

Interpersonal communication

Presentation skills

Attention to detail

ERP systems knowledge

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Location:

Probolingo near Surabaya.

Reporting To:

Group Finance Controller / CFO / COO of the plant

Qualification:

Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Ensure timely and accurate recording of all factory accounting transactions in line with company policies and Indonesian Financial Accounting Standards (PSAK).
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with internal and external reporting timelines.
• Manage general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and fixed asset accounting.

Costing & Inventory Control

• Lead standard costing, variance analysis, and reconciliation of production costs.
• Monitor raw material consumption, yield, and wastage with production and supply chain teams.
• Implement and maintain strong inventory control processes and periodic physical verification.
• Strong understanding on Cost per unit calculations.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support preparation of factory budgets, forecasts, and rolling estimates.
• Analyze budget vs. actual performance and identify key operational and cost variances.

Compliance & Audit

• Ensure compliance with Indonesian tax, statutory, and Customs regulations.
• Coordinate with auditors and ensure timely closure of internal and external audits.
• Maintain adherence to the company's internal control framework and SOX requirements (if applicable).
• Experience handling Customs audit at plant level.

Cash Flow & Working Capital

• Manage factory-level cash flows, payments, and cost control measures.
• Optimize working capital through effective management of payables, receivables, and inventory.

Team Leadership & Coordination

• Lead and develop the local accounting team to enhance process efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with corporate finance, operations, procurement, and commercial teams to ensure financial alignment.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent professional qualification (mandatory).
• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in factory or plant accounting within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working in a listed company in Indonesia or in an MNC is essential.
• Strong understanding of PSAK, local taxation, and compliance requirements.
• Hands‑on experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle etc.).
• Fluency English (spoken and written preferred).
• Strong presentation skills to board members.
• If experience in Apparels or garments/fabrics or textile industry is highly preferred.

Key Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent interpersonal and cross‑functional communication skills.
• Proven integrity and commitment to ethical financial practices.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, multicultural environment.

Due to the high volume of applications we are experiencing, our team will only be in touch with you if your application is shortlisted.