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Finance Manager (Manufacturing, Cikupa)

Cikupa Permanent View Job Description
An opportunity for a hands-on Finance Manager to lead the finance function of a growing manufacturing business in Indonesia. You will strengthen financial controls, drive manufacturing cost and profitability analysis, develop the local team, and provide actionable insights to support strategic and operational decisions.
  • Lead manufacturing finance, cost analysis and business performance improvement.
  • Join an established international manufacturing group with cross-border exposure

About Our Client

Our client is an established international manufacturing group with operations in Indonesia and a strong connection to its overseas headquarters. The business is entering its next phase of growth, with a focus on strengthening financial capabilities, operational efficiency and management decision-making.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities1. Manufacturing Finance & Business Analysis

  • Analyse manufacturing costs, including materials, labour, overheads and production variances, to identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency and profitability.
  • Develop profitability forecasts, scenario analyses and financial projections to support management decisions.
  • Translate financial and operational data into actionable insights, challenging assumptions and recommending areas for improvement.
  • Partner with production, commercial and other departments to improve cost visibility and financial performance.



2. Financial Control & Reporting

  • Lead monthly financial closing and reporting, ensuring accurate and timely reporting to local management and overseas Group Finance.
  • Oversee financial reconciliations, inventory valuation and the integrity of financial data, maintaining strong internal controls.
  • Review audit findings, address control weaknesses and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring issues.
  • Oversee statutory compliance and coordinate external audits, tax advisors and relevant regulatory matters.



3. Budgeting, Forecasting & Treasury

  • Strengthen budgeting and forecasting processes, working with production and commercial teams to improve financial visibility.
  • Monitor cash flow, working capital and treasury activities, identifying potential financial risks and opportunities.
  • Review financial projections against actual performance and explain key variances to management.



4. Team Leadership & Continuous Improvement

  • Lead, coach and develop the existing finance team, strengthening technical capability, accountability and independent problem-solving.
  • Identify inefficiencies in reporting, controls and workflows, driving improvements through better processes, automation and effective use of ERP and Power BI.
  • Work closely with local leadership and Group Finance to progressively develop the finance function into a stronger business partnering capability.

The Successful Applicant

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
  • 8-10 years of progressive finance and accounting experience, with solid exposure to manufacturing or factory operations.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing cost components, costing variances, inventory and profitability analysis.
  • Proven experience in financial reporting, month-end closing, budgeting or forecasting, and external audit coordination.
  • Experience leading or mentoring a finance team, with the ability to improve performance and accountability.
  • Strong analytical thinking and a proactive mindset, with the confidence to challenge existing processes and present recommendations to management.
  • Experience in an international group or multi-entity environment, including intercompany transactions and Group reporting.
  • Working knowledge of Indonesian taxation, transfer pricing, customs compliance and treasury.
  • Experience with manufacturing ERP systems, Power BI or financial reporting automation.
  • Fluent in English and Bahasa Indonesia.
  • Willingness to work onsite five days a week in Cikupa, Tangerang.

What's on Offer

  • Broader Finance Leadership: Take ownership of the finance function and progressively strengthen its capabilities.
  • Commercial Impact: Move beyond routine reporting to influence manufacturing costs, profitability and management decisions.
  • Career Development: Work closely with overseas Group Finance and local leadership, with scope to develop into a broader strategic business partnering role.



Interested in taking the next step in your finance leadership career? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Contact
Sherlyn Andika
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7135448
Phone number
+62 21 29588801

Job summary

Function
Finance & Accounting
Sub Sector
Finance Manager
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Cikupa
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Sherlyn Andika
Consultant contact
+62 21 29588801
Job Reference
JN-102026-7135448

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