Senior Tax Accountant

A leading organisation in Jakarta is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to join their Finance team. This role offers you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by sharing your expertise and nurturing the professional growth of colleagues, while ensuring compliance with complex tax regulations. You will be part of a supportive environment that values collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and ethical conduct.

What you'll do:

As a Senior Tax Accountant based in Jakarta, you will play a pivotal role in guiding the Finance team through complex taxation requirements. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve preparing accurate tax returns across multiple categories while reviewing workpapers for compliance. You will oversee registers such as FBT motor vehicles, process year-end journals, and review audit files. Acting as an internal expert means you will be relied upon for specialist advice—helping senior managers meet targets while mitigating risks. Building trust through effective communication is essential; you’ll keep stakeholders updated on progress and timelines. Identifying opportunities for process improvement will allow you to contribute positively to operational excellence. Encouraging team performance through constructive feedback ensures everyone grows together. Your specialist input into projects will be valued highly as you maintain professionalism and ethical conduct throughout every task.

• Provide taxation training to the wider Finance team, ensuring all members are well-informed and confident in their understanding of relevant regulations.
• Prepare and file Income Tax, FBT, GST, Branch Tax, and other returns accurately and on time, maintaining compliance with local laws.
• Review and analyse monthly taxation workpapers with meticulous attention to detail, identifying areas for improvement or clarification.
• Oversee the FBT motor vehicle register, ensuring records are maintained to the highest standard of accuracy and transparency.
• Calculate and process year-end taxation journals; review the tax section of the audit file to ensure completeness and correctness.
• Act as an internal expert by offering specialist knowledge and advice on complex tax matters whenever required by colleagues or management.
• Support senior managers in Finance by helping them achieve performance targets and mitigate risk through dependable guidance.
• Deliver operational excellence in complex Finance matters that align with overall business strategy, contributing positively to organisational objectives.
• Build trust and networks internally within the company as well as externally with clients and professional bodies through effective communication.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, keeping them informed about progress, timelines, and any changes affecting their interests.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and process improvements within taxation processes, encouraging efficiency and effectiveness across the team.
• Encourage team performance by providing constructive feedback that nurtures professional growth and fosters a positive working environment.
• Provide specialist input to projects by leveraging significant experience in taxation matters, supporting successful outcomes for key initiatives.
• Maintain high standards of professionalism and ethical conduct at all times, acting as a role model for colleagues.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for the Senior Tax Accountant position brings proven experience in managing complex tax matters within large organisations. Your qualifications reflect dedication to upholding industry standards while your deep understanding of tax legislation ensures compliance at every stage. You possess strong interpersonal skills that foster trust among colleagues—your written and verbal abilities enable clear communication across teams. Attention to detail is second nature; you consistently deliver accurate results even when handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously. Time management allows you to meet deadlines without compromising quality. Your approach aligns personal contributions with organisational objectives—showing empathy towards others’ needs while supporting collective success. Ethical conduct guides your actions; you act responsibly at all times. Experience improving processes highlights your commitment to efficiency; collaboration comes naturally as you nurture relationships within supportive teams.

• CPA or Chartered Accountant qualification is required for this role, demonstrating your commitment to professional standards.
• Significant knowledge of tax legislation and compliance enables you to navigate complex regulatory environments confidently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills allow you to connect effectively with colleagues, clients, and external bodies.
• Exceptional attention to detail ensures accuracy in all aspects of tax preparation, filing, analysis, and reporting.
• Excellent time management skills help you balance multiple tasks efficiently while meeting deadlines consistently.
• Proven ability to align your contribution with organisational objectives shows your understanding of how individual actions support broader goals.
• Commitment to professional ethics and company values underpins every decision you make in this role.
• Experience in process improvement demonstrates your willingness to support continuous enhancement within the Finance function.
• Collaborative mindset with a willingness to support colleagues makes you an asset in communal settings where teamwork is valued.

What's next:

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career as a Senior Tax Accountant within a supportive team environment, don’t miss this opportunity!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided.

Due to the high volume of applications we are experiencing, our team will only be in touch with you if your application is shortlisted.