Finance & Administration Manager

• Growing food commodity trader
• Great team culture
• Full residential expat package

Summary: Successful commodity trader in PNG is looking for a commercial management accountant to oversee back office operations. Lae based expat role.

Job Description: We are looking for a financially astute leader for a growing trading company in PNG who are focussed on responsibly sourcing and delivering high quality food commodities to global specialty markets. They work closely with farmers to showcase Papua New Guinea’s finest produce.

Reporting to the CEO, the Finance & Administration Manager will oversee back office operations including reporting, planning, compliance, as well as logistics operations.
 
As well as leading, managing and motivating a small, capable team, other critical duties and responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring that effective key financial controls are in place.
• Accounting oversight and ensuring the accuracy and hygiene of the financial statements.
• Compliance with local statutory requirements company policies.
• Proactive risk management, ensuring that in-market risks are managed.
• Financial Planning and Analysis.
• Forecasting.
• Demonstrate the ability to work with multiple stakeholders, internally and externally.

To join this high performing team, we are looking for a commercial leader who has ideally worked in an emerging market. This position would suit a strong management accountant who is qualified by experience, or holds CIMA qualifications. Prior experience with ERP systems and modern systems and technology will be well regarded. 
 
This position is based in Lae and will require travel to rural locations throughout PNG and will suit someone who is not bound by a job description, but enjoys getting their hands dirty and making things happen.
 
If you believe you are the right candidate for this position, please send your CV to Scott Craig at Podium scott@podiumps.com or if you have any questions, Scott can be contacted on 0402 913 294.