Finance Manager SEA - Chemical Trading (based in Jakarta)

Finance Manager SEA - Chemical Trading (based in Jakarta)
Executive recruitment company Monroe Consulting Group Indonesia is recruiting on behalf of a leading multinational company in chemical additives and advance materials. As expansion continues, our client is seeking a professional with at least 20 years’ experience in finance for the job of Finance Manager SEA. The job is based in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Key job responsibilities include: 

• Report directly to Regional Finance Director
• Oversee and manage daily financial operations for business entities in Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam, including coordination with outsourced accounting providers.
• Ensure accurate and timely maintenance of full sets of accounts, in compliance with US and local GAAP, company policies, and all statutory reporting requirements.
• Uphold high ethical standards, demonstrating strong familiarity with regulatory compliance, internal control frameworks, and legal requirements. Conduct effective review of local expenses.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and provide financial analysis to support business objectives.
• Ensure smooth and timely month-end closing, preparation, and submission of management reports.
• Review and approve monthly closing activities, including maintenance and closure of trial balances (TB).
• Oversee tax computation, filing, and related matters for all entities; effectively handle tax queries and audits with hands-on expertise.
• Coordinate with external auditors to meet statutory audit requirements and deadlines.
• Act as a local finance partner to identify and drive cost-saving initiatives, productivity improvements, and efficiency enhancements.
• Play a key role in finance departmental and cross-functional operational excellence and process improvement initiatives.
• Support Regional Controller in leading and coordinating regional finance projects and strategic initiatives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders in Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam, providing financial insights and recommendations that enable informed decision-making and support business growth.
• Drive effective Management Operating System (MOS) for SEA HGR team, lead commercial team on risk and opportunity update and key initiatives progress tracking.
• Collaborate with commercial, operations, and supply chain teams to evaluate business opportunities, pricing strategies, and commercial decisions.
• Support new business development and expansion initiatives through financial modeling, scenario analysis, and business case development.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics, proactively identifying risks and opportunities to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Partner with local and regional management to develop forecasting, financial planning, and strategic projects that drive sustainable growth.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of regional strategies.
• Provide clear and actionable financial reporting and analysis to non-finance stakeholders to facilitate alignment and achievement of business objectives.
• Champion a culture of financial accountability, commercial acumen, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

Job Requirements:
 

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Training from a Big 4 accounting firm preferred.
• CPA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 20 years’ relevant experience in accounting, finance partnering, or financial analysis, with a proven track record in managing accounting and tax compliance.
• Knowledge of SAP/BPC or similar ERP systems is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team, with a proactive and positive attitude.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence and build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Fluency in spoken and written English is required.