Head of Tax (Jakarta & Bandung)

A leading global organisation is seeking a Head of Tax to oversee all Indonesian tax matters for their group entities in Jakarta and Bandung. This pivotal role offers you the opportunity to provide strategic and operational tax support across a wide spectrum, including corporate income tax, VAT, withholding taxes, transfer pricing, tax audits, disputes, mutual agreement procedures (MAP), tax reporting, and business projects.

You will be the primary point of contact for local management, finance teams, external advisors, and Indonesian tax authorities. The organisation is committed to full compliance with Indonesian tax regulations while supporting commercial objectives in a tax-efficient manner. Enjoy flexible working opportunities, generous pension contributions, and access to ongoing training as you help shape the future of tax governance within a supportive and inclusive environment.

• You will have the chance to manage complex tax matters across multiple business units in Indonesia, ensuring compliance and efficiency while collaborating closely with regional and global teams.
• The organisation provides flexible working arrangements and robust training opportunities to foster your professional growth and development within a multicultural environment.
• You will play a key role in building strong relationships with stakeholders, including Indonesian tax authorities and external advisors, while benefiting from generous pension contributions and supportive leadership.

What you'll do:

As Head of Tax based in Jakarta or Bandung, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of Indonesian taxation for the organisation’s group entities. Your day-to-day activities will involve leading responses to audits by local authorities, handling objections or appeals through detailed documentation preparation alongside external advisors. You’ll act as the central point for information requests during audits—negotiating outcomes while engaging stakeholders at every level. You’ll also coordinate mutual agreement procedures (MAP) relating to cross-border transactions with regional teams. Staying ahead of regulatory changes is crucial; you’ll monitor international developments that affect business operations. Compliance is at the heart of this role: you’ll oversee preparation/review/filing of all statutory returns (corporate income/VAT/withholding), ensure accurate reporting/provisions/calculations on balance sheets—and coordinate monthly/year-end closings. Transfer pricing forms another key responsibility: you’ll prepare local files/supporting analyses/documentation aligned with global policies. Advisory support extends across finance/supply chain/procurement/treasury/commercial/manufacturing—assessing implications for new initiatives or restructurings. Risk management is continuous: monitoring risks/implementing remediation plans/documenting positions/readiness for audits/supporting controls/policies/governance frameworks—all form part of your remit.

• Lead and coordinate responses to tax audits conducted by Indonesian tax authorities, ensuring timely and accurate communication throughout the process.
• Manage objections, appeals, and litigation processes related to tax disputes in collaboration with external advisors, preparing comprehensive documentation and technical analyses.
• Act as the key coordinator for information requests from tax authorities and negotiate audit outcomes effectively while maintaining robust stakeholder engagement.
• Support and coordinate mutual agreement procedure submissions and other dispute resolution initiatives involving cross-border transactions, working closely with external advisors and regional teams.
• Monitor developments in international tax regulations to assess their impact on business operations and ensure proactive compliance strategies are implemented.
• Oversee all direct and indirect tax compliance obligations for Indonesian entities, including preparation, review, and filing of corporate income tax returns, VAT returns, withholding tax filings, and other statutory submissions.
• Ensure accurate reporting of tax provisions, deferred tax calculations, and balance sheet accounts related to taxation while coordinating monthly and year-end closing activities.
• Manage annual transfer pricing compliance requirements by preparing local files and supporting analyses; maintain documentation for Indonesian entities in line with global policies.
• Provide practical advisory support to finance, supply chain, procurement, treasury, commercial, and manufacturing teams regarding new business initiatives or restructurings.
• Monitor tax risks continuously by implementing remediation plans; maintain thorough documentation supporting company positions; ensure readiness for internal/external audits; support implementation of controls/policies/governance frameworks.

What you bring:

To excel as Head of Tax in Jakarta or Bandung you will bring extensive experience from multinational environments or Big Four firms—demonstrating expertise across corporate income/VAT/withholding taxes/audits/disputes/transfer pricing/local file documentation/global policy implementation. Your background includes direct interaction with Indonesian authorities/external advisors—ideally within manufacturing/supply chain/cross-border contexts. A bachelor’s degree (preferably supplemented by professional qualifications) underpins your technical proficiency in local legislation/practice/international matters. Analytical/problem-solving skills are critical—as is your capacity to juggle multiple projects/deadlines independently. Interpersonal strengths are paramount: stakeholder management/communication/building trustful relationships across diverse teams underpin your success. Your collaborative approach ensures practical advice reaches finance/supply chain/procurement/treasury/commercial/manufacturing colleagues—helping them navigate new initiatives/restructurings/contracts/intercompany transactions smoothly. Solution-orientation/hands-on/self-driven attributes enable you to thrive within regional/multicultural settings—delivering results that align with organisational goals.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Tax, Finance or a related discipline is required; a professional tax qualification is highly preferred for this position.
• You bring 8-12 years of progressive experience in taxation gained within multinational corporations or Big Four firms—or a combination thereof—with strong exposure to Indonesian corporate income tax, VAT and withholding taxes.
• Your proven track record includes managing complex audits/defence/objections/disputes with Indonesian authorities alongside external advisors.
• Solid knowledge of transfer pricing requirements—including local file documentation—and experience supporting global/regional policy implementation are essential.
• Experience working directly with Indonesian authorities/external advisors is vital; exposure to manufacturing/supply chain/cross-border business models is advantageous.
• A deep understanding of Indonesian legislation/practice—including transfer pricing/international matters—is expected; strong analytical/problem-solving capabilities are required.
• You demonstrate an ability to independently manage multiple deadlines/projects simultaneously within a fast-moving environment.
• Your interpersonal skills shine through excellent stakeholder management/communication abilities—building trustful relationships across diverse teams.
• A collaborative mindset enables you to partner effectively with finance/supply chain/procurement/treasury/commercial/manufacturing colleagues—providing practical advice on new initiatives/restructurings/contracts/intercompany transactions.
• Personal attributes include being solution-oriented/hands-on/self-driven—operating effectively within regional/multicultural settings.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a global leader committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where collaboration thrives across regions. Employees benefit from flexible working opportunities that accommodate personal needs while supporting professional ambitions. Generous pension contributions reflect the company’s dedication to long-term financial wellbeing—and ongoing training ensures continual growth/development within your chosen field. Supportive leadership encourages open communication/sharing ideas—creating an environment where everyone feels valued/respected regardless of background or experience level. The company’s multicultural ethos means you’ll work alongside knowledgeable colleagues from around the world—expanding your network while learning from diverse perspectives daily. With robust governance frameworks in place—you can depend on clear guidance/support as you navigate complex challenges together as part of a dependable team dedicated to excellence.

What's next:

If you’re ready to take your career in taxation to new heights within a supportive global environment—this is your moment!

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