Description
About Alvarez & Marsal
Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.
The Team
A&M is establishing its finance function in Jakarta as part of the firm's expansion into Indonesia. The Finance Director will lead this build-out, taking ownership of statutory compliance, financial reporting, and general accounting for the Indonesia entity, while acting as the primary finance point of contact in Jakarta. This is a hands-on role suited to someone comfortable both setting up processes from the ground up and operating within an established regional finance structure, reporting into the SEAA Financial Controller in Singapore.
How You Will Contribute
Financial Reporting & Statutory Compliance
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with Indonesian Financial Accounting Standards (PSAK) and US GAAP.
- Ensure timely and accurate submission of statutory filings, including corporate income tax, VAT (PPN), withholding tax (PPh 21/23/26), and other corporate filings.
- Liaise with external auditors, tax agents, and regulatory authorities on behalf of the Jakarta office.
- Prepare audit schedules and manage year-end statutory and group audits.
General Accounting
- Manage the general ledger, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
- Monitor and analyze intercompany transactions on a quarterly basis.
- Provide variance analysis and financial insights to management.
Controls & Governance
- Design, implement, and maintain internal controls, ensuring compliance with company policies and standards.
- Support risk management initiatives and drive process improvements as the Jakarta finance function scales.
- Build and manage the finance team in Indonesia as headcount grows.
Business Support
- Work closely with business units to provide financial analysis and recommendations.
- Support ad-hoc projects such as system implementations and cost optimization initiatives.
- Act as the primary point of contact for finance matters in Jakarta, including participation in year-end close activities.
- Partner with other business units regionally to collect and analyze data.
- Support the SEAA Financial Controller on ad-hoc activities as needed.
Qualifications
- 9-10 years of post-qualification finance/accounting experience, including at least 4-5 years in a Big 4 firm, corporate finance, or industry accounting role; professional qualification (CPA, ACCA, or CA) preferred.
- Experience in a professional/consulting services environment is highly advantageous.
- Strong working knowledge of Indonesian Financial Accounting Standards (PSAK), withholding tax (WHT), cross-border invoicing, and US GAAP.
- Proficiency in accounting software (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar) and Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Fluency in Bahasa Indonesia and English, written and spoken, given the statutory liaison and regional reporting requirements of the role.
- Analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams and geographies.
- Comfortable operating in a 0-to-1 environment, building processes and structure in a newly established office.
- Strong organizational fit with A&M's culture and values.
Your journey at A&M
We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person's unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.
We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.
