Finance and Accounting Manager

About UCL

UCL specialises in bulk liquid logistics using ISO tank containers. As the logistics arm of Oriental Tanks, our Singapore-headquartered group supports customers through tank transport, leasing, customised tank solutions, maintenance and related services. In Indonesia, we operate from Jakarta and Surabaya.

About the role

We are seeking a Finance and Accounting Manager to take ownership of the finance and accounting function for our Indonesian operations. This is a hands-on role combining accurate reporting, cash flow management, tax compliance and financial controls. You will work closely with local operations and Singapore headquarters to support commercial decisions.

Accounting and financial management

• Maintain a complete and accurate set of accounts in QuickBooks, including the general ledger, receivables, payables, fixed assets, accruals and prepayments.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing; prepare financial statements, cash flow reports and management reports with clear explanations of material variances.
• Reconcile bank accounts, customer and supplier balances, intercompany accounts and foreign-currency transactions; investigate and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Manage cash flow forecasts, collections and payment schedules. Verify supporting documents and obtain the required approvals before disbursement.
• Monitor shipment and customer profitability, freight and depot charges, tank leasing costs and other operating expenses; work with operations to address billing gaps and cost overruns.
• Prepare budgets and forecasts, track performance against plan and provide practical recommendations to management.

Compliance and team management

• Manage Indonesian tax calculations, reconciliations and statutory submissions, coordinating with external tax advisers and auditors as needed.
• Oversee payroll, employee statutory contributions and related reconciliations in coordination with the relevant internal teams.
• Maintain internal controls, approval procedures and audit-ready records. Protect confidential financial information and ensure appropriate system access and data safeguards.
• Guide accounting staff, review their work and improve finance processes while meeting reporting deadlines.

Essential requirements

• Proven proficiency in QuickBooks is a must. You must be able to independently handle transaction posting, invoicing, supplier bills, bank reconciliations, adjusting journals, month-end closing and financial reports.
• Strong written and spoken English and Bahasa Indonesia. You must be able to explain financial results and communicate effectively with local colleagues and Singapore headquarters.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline, with more than five years of relevant finance and accounting experience.
• Experience taking responsibility for a full set of accounts and coordinating or supervising accounting staff.
• Strong working knowledge of Indonesian taxation, payroll obligations and applicable Indonesian financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, lookups and financial analysis.
• Sound commercial judgement, attention to detail and the ability to investigate discrepancies, prioritise work and meet deadlines.
• High integrity, discretion with confidential information and a willingness to handle day-to-day accounting work personally.

Preferred experience

Experience in logistics, freight forwarding, shipping, tank leasing or a related service business; multi-currency and intercompany accounting; and coordination with an overseas headquarters. Relevant accounting or Indonesian tax qualifications are an advantage.

Skills: Financial Analysis, Forecasting, Accounting, Financial Management, Internal Audit, SAP, Microsoft Excel, Cost Control, Budget Management