Admin & Finance Executive

About the role

deugro is seeking an experienced Admin & Finance Executive to lead its finance and administration functions in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. You will ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance with PNG labour and tax regulations, and drive process improvements across the organization.

Key responsibilities

• Coach, train and supervise the finance and administration team, fostering professional development.
• Oversee payroll processing, annual leave, overtime and salary matters in line with PNG Labour Law.
• Maintain cash‑flow updates, journal entries and financial documentation, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, banks and regulators to meet statutory filing requirements.
• Execute digital banking transactions, review inter‑company invoices in CargoWise One and close financial periods promptly.
• Advise management on workflow optimisation, operational efficiencies and business improvement opportunities.
• Manage payments for leases, maintenance contracts and equipment rentals, ensuring contractual compliance.
• Coordinate facilities management and related administrative services.
• Enforce internal controls, authorization limits and safe‑work practices to protect company assets.
• Provide financial analysis and operational insights to support senior‑management decision‑making.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.
• 8–10 years of finance and administration experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of PNG Labour Law, tax compliance and payroll administration.
• CPA PNG or equivalent professional certification is ideal.
• Experience in project cargo or logistics finance operations is a plus.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably CargoWise One.
• Ability to conduct digital banking transactions and manage inter‑company invoicing.