Senior Business Controller

An established food and commodity business in Jakarta is seeking a Senior Business Controller to lead financial closing, strengthen controls and deliver commercial insights. You will partner with operational teams to ensure accurate reporting, improve profitability and support business decisions. Candidates should hold a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, with strong financial control experience. A commodity background is preferred.

What you'll do:

As a Senior Business Controller based in Jakarta, you will be entrusted with overseeing the entire financial closing process while maintaining rigorous controls over accounting operations. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve preparing insightful management reports that inform key business decisions, managing budgets and forecasts in close collaboration with operational teams, analysing margins and costs to enhance profitability, monitoring working capital for optimal resource utilisation, strengthening internal controls for improved efficiency, coordinating audit activities for compliance assurance, and partnering with management on cost optimisation strategies. Success in this role requires you to be proactive in identifying areas for improvement, detail-oriented in your approach to reporting accuracy, communicative when translating complex financial data into practical recommendations for stakeholders, and collaborative as you work alongside various departments to achieve shared objectives.

* Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes by ensuring all reports are accurate, timely, and compliant with local standards.
* Oversee account reconciliations, journal entries, and comprehensive balance sheet reviews to maintain robust financial controls.
* Prepare detailed management reports covering financial performance, budget variances, and key business drivers for senior stakeholders.
* Manage budgeting and forecasting activities by collaborating closely with both business and operational teams to ensure alignment with organisational goals.
* Analyse margins, inventory costs, and operating expenses to identify actionable opportunities for improving profitability across the business.
* Monitor working capital components including inventory, receivables, and payables to optimise cash flow and resource allocation.
* Strengthen internal controls while continuously improving accounting processes and reporting efficiency throughout the finance function.
* Coordinate with auditors and tax teams to facilitate audits and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
* Partner with management on cost optimisation initiatives as well as broader business planning efforts to support sustainable growth.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for the Senior Business Controller role brings proven experience in financial control functions within the food or commodity sector. Your background includes managing end-to-end financial closing processes as well as preparing comprehensive management reports that guide decision-making. You possess deep knowledge of inventory accounting practices along with costing methods relevant to trading or distribution businesses. Familiarity with Indonesian accounting standards ensures compliance while proficiency in Excel and ERP systems streamlines your workflow. Your analytical acumen allows you to dissect margins and operating expenses effectively; meanwhile your communication skills enable you to present findings clearly to both finance professionals and non-finance colleagues alike. A proactive approach combined with attention to detail means you consistently deliver high-quality results while collaborating closely with operational teams—making you a dependable partner who supports organisational goals through shared effort.

* Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required for this position as it forms the foundation of your technical expertise.
* Solid experience in financial control, accounting operations, and management reporting with hands-on ownership of financial closing processes is essential.
* Experience within the commodity sector—particularly agricultural commodities or food trading/distribution—is highly desirable as it enhances your industry understanding.
* A strong grasp of inventory accounting principles, costing methodologies, margin analysis techniques, and working capital management is crucial for success.
* Good knowledge of Indonesian accounting standards along with familiarity with local financial compliance requirements ensures regulatory adherence.
* Proficiency in Excel coupled with experience using ERP or accounting systems enables efficient data handling and reporting.
* Excellent analytical skills combined with clear communication abilities allow you to translate complex financial information into actionable recommendations for stakeholders.
* A proactive mindset paired with meticulous attention to detail supports effective problem-solving within fast-moving environments.
* Ability to work collaboratively with operational teams demonstrates your interpersonal strengths in fostering positive relationships across departments.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a leader within Jakarta’s food and commodity sector due to its commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace where every team member’s contribution is valued. Employees benefit from flexible working opportunities that promote work-life balance alongside generous pension contributions which secure long-term well-being. Continuous training programmes are available so you can expand your knowledge base while staying up-to-date on industry developments. Supportive leadership encourages open communication and teamwork—ensuring that everyone feels connected through shared goals. The company prioritises collaboration across departments so you can build strong networks internally while contributing meaningfully toward communal success. By joining this organisation you become part of a knowledgeable team dedicated not only to achieving business targets but also nurturing personal growth through ongoing learning opportunities.

What's next:

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Senior Business Controller within Jakarta’s vibrant food and commodity sector—apply now!

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