We're seeking a highly competent, detail-oriented Senior Tax Accountant to take full ownership of our Indonesian business financials — from day-to-day bookkeeping to big-picture tax strategy and compliance.
Who You Are:
- You’re fluent in Indonesian and English, with strong written and verbal communication.
- You understand the informal realities of working with Indonesian tax authorities (e.g. acceptable structures, typical audit patterns, grey zones, negotiation language).
- You have a proven track record of creating efficient tax structures for PMAs, local PTs, and personal income scenarios.
- You can work independently, problem-solve proactively, and interface confidently with government offices when needed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Full monthly and annual tax filing for multiple Indonesian entities (PT PMA & local PT)
- Organize, maintain and improve bookkeeping systems
- Propose and implement tax minimization strategies (e.g. consultancy fees, backdated loan agreements, transfer pricing, withholding efficiency)
- Assist in financial planning around property sales, offshore cash flow, and repatriation
- Coordinate with partners to separate and clarify personal vs business finances
- Handle correspondence or negotiation with DJP (Indonesian Tax Office) when needed
Nice to Have:
- Experience working inside the Indonesian tax office, or strong relationships with tax officers
- Familiarity with offshore structures (e.g. UAE, Singapore)
- Experience working with property businesses, especially short-term rentals, developments, or land deals
- Understands currency flows, Wise transfers, withholding tax rules, and BPHTB
Location:
- Based in Bali or Jakarta, ideally available for occasional in-person meetings in Bali or Lombok
What We Offer:
- Opportunity to shape and optimize the financial backend of a growing group of businesses
- Long-term role with performance bonuses based on savings created
- Flexible hours, remote work possible
- Involvement in high-level decisions
Job Type: Full-time
Language:
- English (Required)