PT. Sepatu Bata, Tbk - Chief Accountant

PT. Sepatu Bata, Tbk. is a footwear manufacturer and is a member of Bata Shoe Organization (BSO) which has its head office in Toronto, Canada. The Company produces a full range of footwear including leather shoes and sandals, canvas built up, casual and sport shoes, injection moulded sandals/slippers. The Company’s licensed brands, next to our main brand Bata, include North Star, Power, Bubblegummers, Marie-Claire and Weinbrenner. We are currently seeking:



CHIEF ACCOUNTANT
Major Deliverables of the position :

• Ensure a strong control environment and deliver accurate and timely accounting records for the company
• Ensure delivery of Group Reporting as per Regional and Head Office requirements
• Comply with US GAAP requirements for head office reporting and compliance with local PSAK Requirements
• Comply with reporting requirements of local regulatory authorities including BKPM, BAPEPAM etc
• Manage the control and accounting aspects of the retail stores
• Manage the control and accounting aspects of the factory
• Deliver monthly reporting to senior management and departmental heads which clearly shows variance against agreed plan numbers
• Manage a team of 6 direct reports and through them a total team of 30 people
• Ensure compliance with tax rules and regulations, including timely filing of tax returns and follow-up for refunds / assessments
• Work to simplify internal processes and maximize use of technology to reduce the work load and improve the quality of the financial data
• Act as a liaison between finance and other departments to deliver to them the required data and support
• Liaise with all stakeholders to deliver a robust annual budget
• Ensure delivery of external/internal audits without significant issues identified as open
• Controlling of company assets including fixed assets / cash & bank etc
• Manage the pension fund accounting and related matters

Profile required:

• Less than 35 years old
• Qualified accountant with a Big4 audit firm background
• Atleast 7 years experience of which minimum 3 years at a manager level
• Experience working for a multinational company
• Experience working for a public company listed on IDX
• Well versed with US GAAP as well as local accounting rules (PSAKs)
• Working in a multicultural environment
• Experience of tax compliance and dealing with tax authorities
• Experience of retail and/or manufacturing industry
• Good knowledge of IT systems and demonstrated experience of streamlining and automating processes
• Ability to lead a team of 30 direct/indirect people
• Fluent spoken and written English
• Good analytical skills and ability to present data to senior management in a meaningful way
• Team player and able to interact with other departments effectively
• Strong personality and ability to enforce company policies

Please send your complete application and curriculum vitae to:
PT Sepatu Bata Tbk
recruitment@bataindonesia.com