Deskripsi pekerjaan Finance & Tax Specialist GoVisa (YC S22)
We are looking for a Finance & Tax Specialist to manage and oversee GoVisa’s day-to-day finance, accounting, and tax operations. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Jakarta, Indonesia, designed for an independent, hands-on professional who can take ownership of the finance function as a single contributor.
You will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing tax compliance, preparing financial statements, and supporting budgeting, forecasting, investor reporting, and financial modeling. You will work closely with management and cross-functional teams to provide actionable financial insights, strengthen internal controls, and support strategic business decisions.
As the sole contributor in the finance function, you should be comfortable managing end-to-end financial processes, prioritizing competing responsibilities, and ensuring accuracy and compliance in a fast-paced startup environment.
Responsibilities :
1. Accounting & Financial Reporting
- Manage daily accounting operations, including transaction recording, general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, and month-end and year-end closing.
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
- Maintain accurate and well-organized financial records and ensure the integrity of financial data.
- Monitor cash flow, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other key financial activities.
2. Tax Compliance & Regulatory Reporting
- Manage end-to-end tax compliance, including tax calculations, preparation, filing, and timely payment of applicable taxes.
- Ensure compliance with Indonesian tax regulations and monitor regulatory changes that may affect the business.
- Maintain proper tax documentation and support tax audits or reviews.
- Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and relevant authorities when necessary.
3. Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Analysis
- Develop and maintain budgets, financial forecasts, and financial models, including profit and loss (P&L) projections.
- Analyze actual financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions.
- Monitor key financial metrics, business performance, and cash flow to support management decision-making.
- Identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency, financial processes, and resource allocation.
4. Investor Reporting & Business Support
- Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for investors, management, and other stakeholders.
- Support investor reporting requirements, including financial performance updates, financial projections, and key business metrics.
- Develop and maintain P&L models to evaluate business performance and support strategic planning.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and ensure alignment between business operations and financial objectives.
5. Internal Controls & Process Improvement
- Establish and maintain effective financial controls, accounting procedures, and documentation standards.
- Improve finance workflows, reporting processes, and the use of accounting systems and spreadsheet tools.
- Ensure financial operations are efficient, reliable, and scalable as the company grows.
- Independently manage finance priorities, deadlines, and deliverables while maintaining high standards of accuracy and accountability.
Qualifications :
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
- Strong foundation in finance, accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
- Hands-on experience managing general ledgers, account reconciliations, financial statements, and month-end closing.
- Practical knowledge of Indonesian tax regulations, including tax calculations, filings, payments, and compliance requirements.
- Experience preparing investor reports, financial projections, and P&L models.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and translate findings into actionable business recommendations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets; familiarity with accounting software and ERP systems is preferred.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with management, cross-functional teams, external auditors, and tax advisors.
- High attention to detail, strong integrity, and the ability to handle confidential financial information responsibly.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, take ownership of end-to-end finance operations, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced startup environment.
- Professional certifications such as Brevet Pajak, CPA, CA, or equivalent qualifications are a plus.
