Accounting Manager Operations APAC - Engineering Consulting (Jakarta)

Accounting Operations Manager APAC - Engineering Consultant (based in Jakarta)
Executive recruitment company Monroe Consulting Group Indonesia is recruiting on behalf of a leading multinational in engineering consultant company. As expansion continues, our client is seeking a professional with at least 15- years’ experience in Accounting Operations for the job of Accounting Operations Manager. The job is based in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Key job responsibilities include: 

• Lead the Accounting Operations team responsible for general accounting across all group entities (subsidiaries, branches, associates, and joint ventures) in Asia Pacific
• Oversee preparation and analysis of monthly financial results, ensuring adherence to Group reporting deadlines
• Manage delivery of financial insights and reporting to subsidiary company Boards
• Coordinate closely with Finance support teams, including those based in Indonesia
• Participate in annual business planning and reforecasting processes
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, taxation principles, and relevant legislative changes
• Oversee preparation of half-year and year-end audit files
• Liaise with external auditors and manage audit queries effectively
• Drive automation initiatives and continuous process improvements
• Lead system enhancements, including user acceptance testing (UAT)
• Strengthen reporting capability, internal controls, and finance processes
• Champion transformation initiatives, particularly within Oracle finance systems
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing Accounting Operations team
• Promote consistency in processes, reconciliation practices, and documentation standards
• Foster strong relationships with Finance Managers, Financial Controllers, and broader stakeholders
• Create a positive, collaborative team environment and effectively manage conflict
• Ensure robust financial controls and governance across all processes

Job Requirements:
 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field; professional certification preferred.
• 15 years of experience in Accounting Manager and leading team.
• Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, or equivalent professional qualification
• Extensive experience in financial operations, ideally within a multinational environment
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and statutory reporting requirements
• Proven leadership experience managing high-performing teams
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle preferred) and finance transformation initiatives
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills