Senior Accountant

Cahaya Jakarta; Indonesia; On-site; IDR 167,400,000 - 223,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Jakarta is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage financial activities, ensuring compliance with PSAK and accuracy in reporting. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in accounting, particularly within the manufacturing sector, and will lead a team of junior accountants. Strong knowledge in cost accounting and Indonesian taxation is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting, preferably in a manufacturing company.
• Strong knowledge of PSAK and cost accounting practices.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes including procurement and production.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Perform account reconciliations related to manufacturing activities.
• Monitor and analyze production costs for efficiency.

Skills

Cost Analysis & Control

Inventory Management

Analytical Thinking

Detail Orientation

Cross-Department Coordination

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft NAV

SAP

Accurate

Oracle

Job description

Job Description

The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing and reporting the company’s financial activities in a manufacturing environment, including recording production transactions, controlling costs, monitoring inventory, and reconciling data between the production and finance departments. This position ensures that all financial reports are accurate, timely, and compliant with PSAK as well as company policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Perform account reconciliations related to manufacturing activities such as Work in Process (WIP), Cost of Goods Manufactured (COGM), and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS).
• Monitor and analyze production costs (raw materials, labor, and overhead) to ensure efficiency and accurate costing.
• Ensure daily financial transactions are recorded in accordance with PSAK and internal policies.
• Conduct stock opname (physical inventory count) and inventory reconciliations with warehouse and production teams.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal adjustments for costs and asset depreciation.
• Oversee fixed asset recording and ensure accurate calculation of depreciation.
• Prepare financial statements and supporting documents for internal and external audit purposes.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, including Corporate Income Tax, Withholding Tax (Article 21/23), VAT, and e-Invoice reporting.
• Coordinate with production, purchasing, and inventory departments to ensure data consistency across functions.
• Supervise and guide junior accountants and accounting staff in their daily activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting, preferably in a manufacturing company.
• Strong knowledge of PSAK, cost accounting, and manufacturing accounting systems.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes: raw material purchasing, production, and sales.
• Familiar with ERP or manufacturing accounting systems (Microsoft NAV, SAP, Accurate, Oracle, etc.).
• Comprehensive understanding of Indonesian taxation (Brevet A & B certification is an advantage).
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and able to work effectively in a dynamic environment.
• High integrity with strong communication and coordination skills.

Core Competencies

• Cost Analysis & Control
• Inventory Management
• Accuracy & Detail Orientation
• Analytical Thinking
• Cross-Department Coordination
• Integrity & Confidentiality