Job Description

Job Title:
Financial Controller

Department:
Finance

Location: Indonesia

Reports to: Country GM Indonesia & Functional reporting to Director International Finance/Accounting (Thailand HQ)

General Responsibilities:

• FC is responsible for overseeing financial performance of the business as well as the accounting departments including, but not limited to, on time delivery and review of financial statements, budget & other finance reports (e.g. forecasts, critical date checklists, management contract compliance & financial feasibilities), monthly balance sheet reconciliations & supporting other finance operations.
• Constructively review each business/brand performance for monthly performance review and drive follow up action points to positive conclusion.
• Lead the financial inputs into the formulation and implementation of the Business Strategic Plans and Budgets, and any other key strategic planning exercises. Also ensure execution of all such plans.
• Conduct monthly planning and forecasting of capex, ensuring the capex process is followed and prepare the necessary backup to facilitate efficient approval.
• Directly responsibility for setting up accounting functions, including but not limited to, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Procurement, Payroll & Ad Hoc financial needs.
• Establish robust internal controls for all revenues and expenses and protection of assets. Strive to operate as a centre of excellence for internal controls & systems automation & lead in standardising financial best practice.
• Conduct formal operational finance review monthly, reporting findings to Market GM and Director International Finance/Accounting.
• Coordinate and own all finance related matters relating to the business, including treasury management, leasehold, taxation and statutory matters, ensuring full compliance with Indonesian law and timely resolution & action of finance tasks.
• Maintaining accurate and timely financial and operating information and provide analysis, interpretations, and recommendations to the Market GM. Conduct ongoing benchmark analysis to ensure we drive maximum performance.
• Maximise cash flow performance of the business.
• Agree and maintain a Delegation of Authority matrix for business approval process of POs, capex, systems changes, contract sign off, banking matters etc.
• Be responsible for the professional development of the finance team. Ensure the performance appraisal process and career development plans are managed to deliver strong financial performance by the finance team members.
• Proactively keep up to date on industry & technical accounting, finance & taxation matters.

Qualifications

• At least a bachelors degree in accounting/finance. Masters and CPA is a plus
• At least 7-10 years in accounting/financial role at a senior level. Experience in F&B, food service, hotel or retail industry would be advantageous.
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills
• In-depth ability of analytical skills, strong communication and presentation skills
• Solid entrepreneurship with strong sense of ownership.
• Strong project management and time management skills.
• Strong knowledge in related field & good network within the functional fraternity.
• Strong negotiation/ influencing skills.
• Initiative and has strong logical thinking.
• Good command of English and computer literacy.