Mohammad Aria Umar

Highly experienced and results-oriented Cost Controller Supervisor with a proven track record of managing shipping costs and optimizing logistics operations. Expertise in cost analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and developing cost-saving strategies. Adept at supervising and mentoring cost control teams, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial reporting.

Cost and Local Revenue Control Supervisor - PT. Container Maritime Activities (BUT CMA CGM)

(2021-01)

• Supervised a Shared Services team of Cost Controllers, providing guidance, training, and performance management.
• Developed and implemented cost control strategies, resulting in a 30% reduction in shipping costs.
• Analyzed shipping costs, identified cost drivers, and developed cost-saving initiatives.
• Prepared and presented monthly and quarterly cost and revenue reports to management, highlighting variances and trends against budget, forecast and prior periods.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams (e.g., logistics, operations) to optimize shipping processes and reduce costs.
• Managed Agency OPEX budgets, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting of expenditures.
• Developed and maintained cost accounting systems for shipping operations.
• Managed a Shared Service Centers in Chennai and Shenzen, achieving a 15% increase in productivity through the introduction of performance metrics and regular feedback sessions.
• Conducted a case study for costs reduction initiative, leading to 20% reduction in operational costs and a 10% increase in revenue
• Support the management team and department leaders with data-driven analysis.
• Develop financial models and analyse them to support strategic initiatives.
• Implement a business intelligence tool and dashboard reports.
• Review finance peer's work for completeness and compliance with accounting standard.
• Assist annual statutory audit, inventory count & liaise with external auditors on all audit matters.
• Assist in tax audit, CITR review, document collection for audit, etc.
• Assist in review of the finance standard operating procedure, internal accounting policy and internal control processes.

Finance, Accounting, and Tax Supervisor - PT. NTT Global Data Centers Indonesia

(2020-07 - 2020-12)

• Supervised daily finance and accounting activities, ensuring accuracy in entries and compliance.
• Conducted monthly closings, prepared management reports, and supported subsidiary reporting.
• Coordinated with teams to improve financial accuracy and mitigate risks.
• Led a team of 5 accountants in processing financial data for a large data center, ensuring accurate and timely reporting
• Collaborated with data center engineers to understand operational costs and develop accurate cost allocation models.

Senior Accountant - LF Logistics a 3PL Company (Li&Fung Group) acquired by Maersk

(2018-01 - 2020-06)

• Prepared management reports comparing actuals vs. budgets and year-to-date performance.
• Developed processes to enhance financial reporting accuracy and timeliness.
• Ensured cost control measures and collaborated with department leaders to meet company objectives.
• Reduced freight bill reconciliation errors by 15% by implementing a new automated system.
• Manage and enhanced logistics processes, inventory management, warehouse operations, transportation management, and supply chain finance.

Corporate Accounting Manager - PT Dewata Freight International

(2017-01 - 2017-12)

• Oversee accounting records, prepared financial reports, and managed branch consolidations.
• Handled IPO preparation, tax reporting, and liaised with banks for short-term loans.
• Supervised AR/AP functions and approved budget submissions.
• Developed and implemented improved financial processes, resulting in a 15% reduction in reconciliation time.
• Managing Incoterms, Customs Regulations, Shipping Documentation, Carrier Negotiations, Global Trade Compliance

Cost Accounting Supervisor - PT Bumi Pangan Utama (Sekar Bumi Subsidiary)

(2016-01 - 2016-12)

• Managed daily pricing calculations for shrimp products and prepared monthly COGS reports.
• Approved POs, petty cash, and handled fixed asset tagging.
• Monitored goods movement and collaborated with customs officers for compliance.
• Utilized cost accounting techniques to develop and maintain cost models for inventory, labor, and overhead cost.
• Conducted variance analysis to identify and reduce costs, resulting in a 5% increase in profits

Audit and Assurance Roles - Various Firms (Mazars Indonesia, Grant Thornton, Kreston International)

(2007-01 - 2015-12)

• Conducted audits, prepared planning procedures, and reviewed working papers and reports.
• Supported consolidation reporting and liaised with internal and external auditors.
• Oversaw financial statement audits for large multinational corporations, focusing on compliance with GAAP and identifying any discrepancies.
• Implemented new audit methodologies across team operations that increased the efficiency of document reviews and internal control evaluations by 20%.
• Trained and mentored junior auditors, enhancing the overall skill set of the department and contributing to a 25% reduction in turnover.
• Led a team of 10 to conduct comprehensive financial audits for various manufacturing companies, identifying key areas of financial risk and proposing actionable recommendations.
• Managed the end-to-end audit process for a portfolio of clients, resulting in the error-free submission of compliance reports and a 10% increase in client retention year-over-year.
• Streamlined the audit workflow using data analytics tools, reducing the average audit cycle by 15% and enhancing the accuracy of financial reporting.
• Specialized in industries such as manufacturing in variance of businesses

Accounting - Trisakti University (2001-01 - 2007-12)