Corporate Finance Manager (Based in Indonesia)

Job description

With a strong track record of developing and promoting finance professionals within the company and its portfolio companies, Jardine Matheson is seeking a high-calibre Corporate Finance Manager to join its new regional office in Indonesia. The role will support shareholder engagement, long-term value creation and strategic priorities in the market. Reporting to the Country Head of Indonesia, the successful candidate will initially spend approximately 12 to 24 months with the Indonesia investment team, gaining exposure to portfolio analysis, shareholder engagement, strategic projects, financial analysis, evaluation of new investment opportunities, and market-related work.

As part of a lean and growing team, the Corporate Finance Manager will closely collaborate with colleagues in Indonesia, Singapore and Hong Kong, as well as senior stakeholders across Jardine Matheson’s portfolio businesses. This exposure will build a strong understanding of the company’s culture, operating model and approach to financial management, governance and shareholder engagement. The position is designed as a long-term development opportunity.

Subject to business needs, individual performance and readiness, the successful candidate may progress into a broader finance or related leadership role within one of Jardine Matheson’s portfolio businesses. Portfolio and Financial Analysis

• Monitor and analyse the financial and operational performance of portfolio businesses, including performance against budgets, business plans and strategic priorities.
• Prepare financial analysis, management papers, business reviews and presentations to support senior management and shareholder decision-making.
• Identify and communicate material financial trends, business risks, performance gaps and value-creation opportunities.
• Support financial planning, forecasting, valuation and scenario analysis across relevant businesses and strategic initiatives.
• Develop a strong understanding of the key commercial and operational drivers affecting Jardine Matheson’s businesses in Indonesia.

Investment and Business Opportunities

• Conduct in-depth commercial, strategic and financial analysis of potential investment opportunities, including market assessment, financial modelling, valuation, investment returns and business-case development.
• Assess industry dynamics, market attractiveness, business fundamentals and key investment risks to support informed investment decision-making.
• Support due diligence, transaction evaluation and execution-related activities, working with internal stakeholders and external advisers as required.
• Monitor market, industry, competitive and macroeconomic developments in Indonesia to identify emerging trends, investment themes, risks and potential opportunities relevant to Jardine Matheson’s activities.

Shareholder Engagement and Strategic Support

• Support regular engagement with portfolio company management and finance teams to understand business performance, priorities and key issues.
• Assist the Country Head of Indonesia and investment team in preparing for shareholder discussions, management reviews and strategic meetings.
• Coordinate relevant initiatives across the Indonesia office, Hong Kong and portfolio companies, ensuring clear alignment and follow-through.
• Contribute to strategic reviews, market studies and special projects through structured analysis and practical execution support.
• Build effective working relationships with senior finance and business stakeholders across Jardine Matheson and its portfolio companies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or a related discipline; MBA from a top-tier school is a plus.
• Approximately 7–10 years of relevant experience in corporate finance, FP&A, investment banking, buyside investing, management consulting, or portfolio management. M&A experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong financial modelling, valuation and analytical skills, with the ability to translate financial information into clear commercial insights.
• Knowledge of the Indonesian business environment and experience working with or evaluating businesses across Southeast Asia.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders.
• Commercially minded, adaptable and comfortable working across strategic, financial and operational matters in a lean team.
• Fluency in written & verbal communications skills in both Bahasa Indonesia and English is essential.