Job Type: Permanent

About us

K92 Mining Limited are the owners the high-grade Kainantu Gold Mine in Eastern Highlands Province. Since commencing operations in 2016, we have delivered consistent production growth. More importantly, we have contributed significantly to the economy of Papua New Guinea, more than 90% of our employees and contractors are from PNG and our local education and skills development initiatives which include scholarships, traineeships and adult literacy programs continue to bring significant benefit the communities in which we operate.

We are now transforming the operation with a new 1.2 mtpa process plant as well as extensive construction and expansion across site that will see us triple the output from our mine by 2027. In addition to our ongoing production success, we have an extensive exploration programme across our highly prospective tenement, making K92 a great place to build a long-term career.

About the role

The Accounting Supervisor will oversee Payroll, Accounting, and Accounts Payable departments and is responsible for ensuring the efficient operation of all financial functions within these areas. This role requires managing a team across multiple accounting disciplines, ensuring compliance with all financial and regulatory standards, and driving accuracy in financial reporting.

This position will also collaborate with other departments to maintain streamlined financial processes and support month-end and year-end close processes. Moreover, this role involves performing high standards of accountability and transparency in all business dealings with the various vendors (both local and overseas) while upholding the K92 Mining Limited’s Code of Conduct and Ethics.

Key Accountabilities

Key accountabilities of this position include.

• Supervise and lead the Payroll, Accounting, and Accounts Payable teams, providing direction, mentorship, and training to ensure efficient and accurate operations.
• Oversee the timely and accurate processing of payroll, ensuring compliance with tax laws, labor regulations, and company policies.
• Manage the Accounts Payable function, ensuring accurate processing of invoices, timely payments, and resolution of vendor inquiries.
• Ensure the accurate and timely recording of financial transactions in the general ledger and assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Review and approve account reconciliations and general ledger entries.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, policies, and regulatory requirements, including tax filings and reporting for payroll and accounts payable.
• Collaborate with HR, IT, and other departments to ensure smooth integration between payroll, accounting, and accounts payable functions.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports and budgeting.
• Support internal and external audit activities by providing necessary documentation and addressing audit inquiries.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of payroll, accounting, and accounts payable operations. Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential.

About You

To be considered for this role, it is essential that you hold a Degree or Diploma in accounting and are CPA Qualified with at least 5 years’ experience in a mining environment. In addition, you must possess some or all of the following

• Experience in Pronto Accounting system is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, payroll systems, accounts payable processes, and financial regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with payroll tax filings.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous experience in managing payroll, accounts payable, and general accounting functions is preferred
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with vendors and other K92 Mining Ltd employees

Life at K92

K92 is an Equal Opportunity Employer, our commitment is to respect the rights of every individual to work to their highest potential, free from discrimination. Our values of Collaboration, Accountability, Respect for others, Excellence and Safety are at the core of everything we do, and they are the foundation upon which our success has been built.

Our camp is well managed and provides residents with good, healthy meals made from locally sourced fresh produce as well as internet, cable tv and a gymnasium.

At K92, we want all employees to share in our success, so as well as a competitive salary, employees also participate in our long- and short-term incentive plans, we also provide employees with access to savings incentive programs, medical assistance and the option to salary sacrifice for certain expenses.

In addition to all of this, employees can also access our Wellbeing and employee assistance programs whilst working a friendly roster.

THIS POSITION IS OPEN ONLY TO CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RIGHT TO LIVE & WORK IN PNG WITHOUT SPONSORSHIP