Job description
Join Indonesia Bakery Family as a Finance Staff in Semarang, Central Java. This role offers hands-on experience in core accounting processes for a growing bakery business, with a strong emphasis on accuracy, integrity, and timely reporting. You will be part of a small finance team that supports daily operations across sales, procurement, and production, ensuring financial records reflect reality and support informed decisions. A solid command of Microsoft Office, especially Excel, is essential to analyze data, manage cash flow, and generate clear insights for management.
Key responsibilities include processing daily financial transactions, maintaining the general ledger, and supporting month-end close activities. You will prepare financial statements and management reports, reconcile bank and vendor statements, manage invoicing and payments, and monitor cash flow. You will also assist with budgeting and cost monitoring for bakery operations, helping optimize expenses without compromising quality. The role provides an excellent platform to develop practical accounting skills and learn how a small business controls costs in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
We value detail-oriented, proactive professionals who can thrive in a small team and communicate effectively with suppliers and internal colleagues. Proficiency in Excel (formulas, pivot tables, charts) and MS Office is required. Experience with accounting software is helpful but not mandatory, as training will be provided. Fluency in Indonesian is preferred, with English as a plus for documentation. This full-time opportunity offers a competitive salary and room to grow within a family-owned business that prioritizes accuracy, teamwork, and customer satisfaction.
Responsibility
- Process and record daily financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and petty cash.
- Maintain the general ledger and assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
- Prepare accurate financial statements, reports, and supporting schedules for management.
- Reconcile bank statements, vendor statements, and monitor intercompany accounts (if applicable).
- Manage invoicing, vendor communications, and monitor outstanding payables and receivables; assist with cash flow forecasting.
- Assist with payroll data collection and attendance records, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
- Ensure compliance with Indonesian tax regulations and internal controls; support audits as needed.
- Collaborate with procurement and operations teams to monitor costs and optimize expenses for bakery operations.
Qualification
- Diploma or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 1-3 years of experience in accounting/finance, preferably in small business or manufacturing.
- Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, advanced formulas) and solid MS Office.
- Solid understanding of basic accounting principles, general ledger, and financial reporting.
- Attention to detail, high numerical accuracy, and analytical mindset.
- Good communication in Indonesian; ability to work in a team in Semarang; proactive and reliable.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Basic knowledge of Indonesian tax regulations (VAT, withholding tax) is a plus.