SENIOR ACCOUNTANT (FIFO | PNG) | Smart Workwear & Safety Lihir and Maron Limited

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Smart Workwear & Safety Lihir and Maron Limited seek a hands-on Senior Accountant for their Lihir Island operation. Drive financial excellence and mentor local PNG talent in this impactful FIFO role.

Smart Workwear & Safety Lihir and Maron Limited invites experienced finance professionals to join their team as Senior Accountant on Lihir Island, Papua New Guinea. This hands-on leadership role is perfect for a candidate who is technically strong and ready to manage financial systems, cashflow, and foreign exchange across multiple entities. The successful applicant will play a crucial role in financial reporting, banking and international payments, tax compliance, and strengthening accounting functions. Importantly, you will mentor and train local PNG accountants, contributing to sustainable capability development within the company and community.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to carry out the following key duties and contribute effectively to the overall objectives of the role and organisation.

  • Manage financial reporting, reconciliations, and controls to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Oversee cashflow management and banking operations effectively.
  • Handle international payments and foreign exchange (FX) management with precision.
  • Provide oversight of multi-entity accounting activities.
  • Ensure tax and statutory compliance across all operations.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate should demonstrate the following education, experience, technical competencies, and professional attributes required to successfully perform this role.

  • Must be technically strong in accounting principles and practices.
  • Proven hands-on experience in managing financial operations.
  • Aligned with the vision of developing and mentoring local Papua New Guinean talent.

Application Instructions

To apply for this exciting role, please send your application via email to Allan.Oswald@smartworkwearpng.com. Make sure your CV and cover letter highlight your experience in finance, leadership skills, and your commitment to mentoring local staff. The application deadline is 13 May 2026.

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Keywords: Senior Accountant, Accounting, FIFO Jobs, Lihir Island, Papua New Guinea

To apply for this job email your details to Allan.Oswald@smartworkwearpng.com

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