Bookkeeper

Position Overview

The Bookkeeper role at PNG Pacific Capital Limited, located in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, plays a vital role in maintaining accurate and timely financial records. Reporting to the Group Executive Manager within the Finance & Administration department, this position entails assisting with detailed financial record-keeping for daily income, expenses, payments, and banking activities supporting the company’s core operations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Record all daily financial transactions including income, expenses, purchases, payments using the company’s accounting system.
• Maintain and update the general ledger and bookkeeping records meticulously.
• Carry out daily and monthly reconciliations of bank accounts to ensure accuracy.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable systematically for all business activities.
• Generate customer invoices, receipts, and periodic statements.
• Input supplier bills and track outstanding payments to vendors.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly financial summaries for management review.
• Assist in compiling profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and other financial reports.
• Ensure all financial entries are properly categorized under relevant accounting codes including income, expenses, assets, liabilities, equity, and cost-of-goods.
• Maintain confidentiality and safeguard all financial information related to the company.
• Perform other finance and administrative functions as assigned by management.

Qualifications and Experience

• Possession of a Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in Accounting, Bookkeeping, Finance, or closely related disciplines is preferred.
• Prior experience in bookkeeping or accounting roles is advantageous.
• Understanding of fundamental accounting principles and proficiency with double-entry bookkeeping is essential.
• Experience using accounting software like Zoho Books, Xero, MYOB, or similar platforms is beneficial.
• Competent with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets for financial data management.
• Proven experience in bank reconciliation, managing accounts payable and receivable.

Essential Skills and Personal Attributes

• Strong numerical aptitude and solid bookkeeping expertise.
• Keen attention to detail ensuring high accuracy of financial records.
• Organizational skills with effective record-keeping capabilities.
• Ability to consistently meet reporting deadlines.
• Capability to detect and resolve financial inconsistencies effectively.
• Good communication skills both written and verbal.
• High integrity and professionalism in managing company funds and sensitive data.
• Self-reliant with ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain financial records across various business activities and locations.