About Dentsu
Led by Dentsu Group Inc. (Tokyo: 4324; ISIN: JP3551520004), a pure holding company established on January 1, 2020, the Dentsu Group encompasses two operational networks: dentsu japan network, which oversees Dentsu's agency operations in Japan, and dentsu international, its international business headquarters in London, which oversees Dentsu's agency operations outside of Japan.
With a strong presence in approximately 145 countries and regions across five continents and with 65,000 dedicated professionals, the Dentsu Group provides a comprehensive range of client-centric integrated communications, media and digital services through its five leadership brandsCarat, dentsu X, iProspect, Dentsu Creative, and Merkleas well as through Dentsu Japan Network companies, including Dentsu Inc., the world's largest single brand agency with a history of innovation. The Group is also active in the production and marketing of sports and entertainment content on a global scale.
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Job Title:Head of Finance, Indonesia
Purpose of the Role:
The Head of Finance, Indonesia, is responsible for leading the country's finance function, providing strategic direction and financial leadership as a key partner to the CEO of Dentsu Indonesia. This role drives financial performance, ensures compliance with local regulations, and supports the achievement of revenue and profitability targets through sound commercial judgment and proactive business partnering.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
Strategic & Commercial Leadership
- Serve as a senior member of the Indonesia executive team, contributing to the development and execution of the country's strategic business plan.
- Advise the CEO and leadership team on financial implications of key decisions, offering insights on risks, trade-offs, and opportunities.
- Lead financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial strategy aligned with Dentsu's global objectives.
- Support business growth initiatives, including new service lines, partnerships, and potential acquisitions.
- Champion client profitability and commercial excellence across all brands and functions in Indonesia.
- Monitor performance against internal targets and market benchmarks, initiating corrective actions where necessary.
- Drive financial integration and collaboration across business units to optimize resources and outcomes.
Operational Excellence & Governance
- Ensure robust financial controls and governance in line with Dentsu global policies and Indonesian regulatory requirements.
- Own the country-level Income Statement and Balance Sheet, ensuring accuracy and transparency.
- Lead initiatives to improve operational efficiency and financial processes across the organization.
- Build and develop finance capabilities, tools, and systems to enhance decision-making and business support.
- Provide oversight on special projects such as legal entity restructuring, client audits, and profitability analysis.
Leadership & Culture
- Actively promote and embody Dentsu's Vision and Values within the finance team and broader organization.
- Foster a high-performance culture through coaching, development, and clear accountability.
- Lead change management and transformation initiatives, including global programs such as Accelerated Transformation.
- Ensure finance team members are aligned with organizational goals and equipped for continuous learning and growth.
Qualifications & Experience
- 1520 years of professional experience, including 10+ years in senior financial leadership roles within dynamic, fast-paced environments.
- Proven track record in strategic financial planning, commercial leadership, and operational excellence.
- Experience in the advertising, media, or professional services industry preferred.
- Strong understanding of Indonesian accounting standards and regulatory environment.
- Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams and collaborating with non-finance stakeholders.
- Experience in M&A, post-merger integration, and pricing strategy.
- International exposure and fluency in English required; Bahasa Indonesia proficiency is a strong advantage.
- Recognized finance/accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, CA, ACCA) and a relevant graduate degree.
Core Competencies
- Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and commercial insight.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
- Decisive and solutions-oriented, with the ability to manage complexity and ambiguity.
- Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
- High integrity, resilience, and ability to thrive under pressure.
- Proactive problem solver with a continuous improvement mindset.
Dentsu Values
Will live the dentsu 8 Ways at all times: We Dream Loud, We Inspire Change, We Team Without Limits, We All Lead, We Make It Real, We Climb High, We Choose Excitement, We Are A Force For Good
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