Finance Assistant
Gardens of the Sun, Indonesia

Would your friends say you have an unusual obsession with spreadsheets, numbers, and data?

Do you possess uncanny analytical skills and are you unafraid to raise your voice to improve our financial sustainability?

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Finance Assistant to support Gardens of the Sun in various financial and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of financial models, principles and procedures; business analytics; excellent organizational skills; and the ability to multitask effectively. As Finance Assistant, you will work closely with the Finance amp; General Affair Manager as well as collaborate with other departments to contribute to the overall financial health of the company.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

This role will be a full-time WFO position for 40 hours and 5 days a week. You’ll be working from our studio in Denpasar, Bali.

Expected start date: Immediately

Main responsibilities

1. Assist in managing the day-to-day financial operations, including preparing payments for bills, managing the cash book, and maintaining the petty cash box for daily expenses.
2. Record and reconcile outgoing expenses, ensuring accuracy and completeness in financial records.
3. Assist with financial reporting tasks, including preparing and analyzing financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and risk mitigation plans for the company's financial sustainability.
4. Monitor and evaluate the performance of our product sales to manage sale strategies and make recommendations for adjustments.
5. Conduct competitive market analysis to identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
6. Collaborate with Finance amp; GA Manager to develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance and mitigate financial risk.
7. Support in fulfilling tax reports and other custom reports as required by regulatory authorities or internal stakeholders.
8. Provide support during external audits and tax filings, including coordinating with auditors and tax advisors as needed.
9. Stay updated on relevant accounting regulations, tax laws, and industry best practices to ensure compliance and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
10. Perform other finance and administrative tasks as assigned by the Finance amp; GA Manager to support the smooth functioning of the finance department and achieve organizational objectives.

Requirements

NOW LET’S TALK ABOUT YOU

• You’re a data enthusiast and a meticulous person, ensuring no detail, however small, escapes your keen eye.
• You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and are comfortable with voicing your opinions to your superiors backed by data for the improvement of our processes.
• You’re fluent in accounting and financial systems, especially Jurnal and Excel, and have no trouble mastering new systems and procedures as well as being able to quickly adapt to changes.
• You manage to prioritize your tasks smoothly and manage your time effectively.
• You're a self-starter, ready to take on any task independently and see it through to completion, all while communicating and collaborating within a team environment.
• You commit to maintaining confidentiality and integrity in handling financial information.
• You hold at least a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field, preferably with prior experience in a finance modelling or accounting role.

THIS POSITION IS NOT FOR YOU IF YOU

• Aren’t a meticulous person or fail to see small details immediately
• Don’t have the analytical skills to present a financial model
• Have trouble communicating clearly and directly with superiors and different teams
• Can't take constructive feedback and use it to improve your work and processes
• Don't have the ability to work independently without constant direction
• Aren’t looking for a long-term position
• Aren’t based in Bali
• Are looking for a fully remote position

Benefits

This is what makes Gardens of the Sun your dream place to work - and why no one ever wants to leave our team:

• Flexible working hours
• You’ll be working from our lush and green Bali studio in a collaborative, young, and fun-loving team
• Employee discounts
• No dress code
• 20 days of annual leave, on top of national holidays
• An equal opportunity environment that encourages you to learn and grow

Job Rewards and Benefits