The Tax & Accounts Manager will be responsible for overseeing the finance, taxation and audit matters of the Group's Indonesian operations, ensuring compliance with applicable Indonesian financial and tax regulations.
The role will primarily focus on managing tax compliance, coordinating tax and statutory audits, liaising with external auditors, tax consultants and relevant authorities, and ensuring timely and accurate financial information is provided to the Group Finance team in Malaysia.
The successful candidate will also oversee local finance and accounting activities, monitor regulatory developments and implement appropriate financial controls to support the Group's business operations in Indonesia.
Key responsibilities
A. Tax Compliance and Management
- Oversee the preparation, review and timely submission of monthly and annual tax returns, including VAT, corporate income tax, withholding tax and other applicable taxes.
- Ensure compliance with Indonesian tax laws and regulations, including monitoring changes in tax legislation and assessing their implications on the Group's operations.
- Review tax computations, reconciliations and supporting schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Coordinate tax payments and ensure timely settlement of tax liabilities to the relevant authorities.
- Liaise with external tax consultants and tax authorities on tax‑related matters, assessments and regulatory requirements.
- Identify potential tax exposures, compliance risks and opportunities for tax efficiency.
- Provide tax‑related advice and recommendations to management on business transactions and operational matters.
B. Tax Audit and Statutory Audit
- Lead and coordinate tax audits, tax investigations and queries raised by the Indonesian tax authorities.
- Manage communications and provide necessary explanations, supporting documents and reconciliations to tax authorities during tax examinations.
- Coordinate with external tax consultants in handling tax audits, assessments, objections and appeals, where applicable.
- Oversee the annual statutory audit process for Indonesian entities, including preparation of audit schedules, supporting documents and financial records.
- Act as the key liaison with external auditors and tax advisers to ensure timely completion of audits and resolution of outstanding audit matters.
- Monitor audit findings, management recommendations and outstanding issues to ensure appropriate corrective actions are implemented.
- Ensure proper maintenance and availability of accounting, tax and statutory records for audit and regulatory purposes.
C. Financial Reporting and Accounting
- Oversee the day‑to‑day accounting and finance activities of the Indonesian operations.
- Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly management accounts and financial information.
- Coordinate the preparation of financial reports and accounting schedules for submission to the Group Finance team in Malaysia.
- Review accounting reconciliations, intercompany balances and supporting documentation.
- Ensure proper recording and documentation of financial transactions in accordance with applicable accounting standards and Group policies.
- Monitor accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash flow and other financial matters of the Indonesian entities.
D. Finance Operations and Regulatory Compliance
- Oversee local finance administration, including payment processing, bank transactions and cash management.
- Ensure timely fulfilment of statutory, regulatory and corporate filing requirements in Indonesia.
- Maintain proper financial records, documentation and internal controls.
- Liaise with local banks, government agencies, auditors, tax consultants and other external parties on finance‑related matters.
- Support the Group Finance team in implementing financial policies, procedures and internal control requirements across the Indonesian operations.
E. Group Finance Coordination
- Serve as the primary finance contact for the Indonesian operations and coordinate closely with the Group Finance team in Malaysia.
- Ensure timely submission of financial information, tax updates, audit reports and other required documentation to corporate headquarters.
- Provide updates to management on tax exposures, audit progress, regulatory developments and other significant financial matters.
- Support the Group Finance team in financial planning, budgeting and other ad hoc financial assignments relating to the Indonesian operations.
What we're looking for
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field. Professional qualifications (ACCA, CPA, CA, or equivalent) would be an added advantage.
- Minimum 5–7 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, and taxation, including audit‑related responsibilities.
- Strong knowledge of Indonesian tax regulations, accounting standards, statutory reporting, and tax compliance requirements.
- Proven experience in managing tax and statutory audits, including coordination with tax authorities, external auditors, and tax consultants.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
- Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organisational skills.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively with local stakeholders and regional headquarters.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet reporting deadlines.
- Strong knowledge of Indonesian taxation and regulatory compliance.
- Audit management and coordination.
- Financial reporting and accounting knowledge.
- Attention to detail and strong analytical capabilities.
- Stakeholder and external adviser management.
- Proactive problem‑solving and risk management.
- Effective communication and coordination with Group Finance.