Job description for Senior Auditor at ForBis
Senior Associate (Audit)
Company: PT ForBis Asia Indonesia (ForBis)
Location: GoWork Menara Rajawali, Mega Kuningan, South Jakarta
Work Arrangement: Full-Time | Hybrid (3 Days Office / 2 Days Work-From-Home)
Reporting To: Indonesia Country Managing Partner & Head of Technical Standards
About ForBis
ForBis is a leading social enterprise and accredited professional corporate services group with an established presence across Singapore, Indonesia, and China. As a proud member of raiSE and an Accredited Training Organisation (ATO) for Chartered Accountants, we combine digital workflows with high-touch advisory across Advisory, Bridging, and Compliance (A-B-C). We believe in tech-enabled efficiency, equal opportunity employment, and delivering top-tier solutions that help modern enterprises scale across borders.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and meticulous Senior Associate (Audit) to anchor our audit and assurance stream in Jakarta. In this role, you will lead statutory audit engagements, oversee client onboarding and compliance checks, and manage cross-functional deliverables, including preparing and compiling financial statements and corporate tax computations for selected clients.
You will work closely with leadership in Singapore and Jakarta while mentoring junior audit associates to maintain rigorous standards across all technical engagements.
Key Responsibilities
* Audit & Assurance Engagements:
* Plan, lead, and review external statutory audit engagements in accordance with Singapore Standards on Auditing (SSAs), Indonesian Financial Accounting Standards (SAK), and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
* Ensure comprehensive working paper documentation, analytical reviews, sampling tests, and cross-referencing to primary financial statements.
* Liaise directly with partner public accounting entities and external auditors to manage clearances, timelines, and deliverables.
* Financial Statement Compilation & Reporting:
* Supervise and prepare unaudited compilation of financial statements, Directors’ Statements, and comprehensive financial reports for Singapore and Indonesian entities.
* Ensure opening trial balances, ledgers, and prior-year audited figures tie out seamlessly.
* Corporate Tax Computations:
* Prepare and review corporate income tax computations, tax adjustments, and supporting schedules for selected clients.
* Assist clients with statutory filing readiness and tax compliance coordination.
* Client Onboarding & Regulatory Compliance:
* Oversee engagement scoping, preliminary fee estimates, and Know Your Customer (KYC) / Anti-Money Laundering (AML) documentation for newly onboarded clients and corporate funds.
* Serve as a key point of contact for clients, addressing technical accounting queries promptly and professionally.
* Team Supervision & Quality Control:
* Guide, mentor, and review the day-to-day fieldwork of Junior Associates and audit interns.
* Implement internal quality control checklists and drive zero-defect technical documentation.
Requirements & Qualifications
* Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or equivalent professional qualification.
* Experience: Minimum 4–6 years of external audit experience in a public accounting firm or reputable corporate services environment, with at least 1–2 years in a Senior Associate or Assistant Manager role.
* Technical Proficiency:
* Strong working knowledge of Singapore Standards on Auditing (SSAs), IFRS, and corporate tax computation methodologies.
* Solid command of cloud accounting and audit software environments (e.g., Xero, CaseWare, or related ERP tools).
* Soft Skills & Language:
* Professional written and spoken English and Bahasa Indonesia to interact effectively with regional clients and Singapore HQ.
* Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and project coordination abilities.
* Alignment with our values: Professional Attitude, Constructive Behaviour, and Strong Character (A-B-C).
What We Offer
* Competitive base salary package with standard statutory allowances and medical coverage (BPJS Kesehatan & BPJS Ketenagakerjaan).
* Balanced hybrid working model (3 days in our modern GoWork Menara Rajawali office, 2 days remote work).
* Career growth and direct mentorship under Regional Partners and Chartered Accountants.
* A purpose-driven workplace culture backed by social impact and professional recognition.
