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Porgera | Specialist, Senior - Payroll
Specialist, Senior - Payroll
About Us
New Porgera Limited (NPL) is a leading mining company dedicated to sustainable practices and community engagement in Papua New Guinea. As the operator of the Porgera Gold Mine, we focus on extracting high-quality mineral resources while prioritizing the well-being of our employees, the environment, and the local communities. Our commitment to safety, innovation, and responsible mining ensures that we not only contribute to the economy but also support the development and prosperity of the regions we operate in. At NPL, we strive to create a positive impact, fostering strong relationships with stakeholders and promoting sustainable growth for future generations.
The New Porgera Limited now has a vacancy for a qualified and experienced individual to join our Finance Department as Specialist, Senior - Payroll
About the role
The Specialist, Senior - Payroll is responsible for the end-to-end payroll operations for a large, diverse, national FIFO and Local workforces. The role ensures strict compliance with PNG tax laws (IRC) and labour regulations, processes superannuation (Nasfund), and resolves complex payroll queries.
In this role, you will:
About You
To succeed in this role, the ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and experiences:
This is a PNG National position, a site-based role on a FIFO arrangement with a rotation of 21 days on and 14 days off. Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening (to be arranged only for successful candidates after the interview stage), and provide an up-to-date Police Clearance Certificate (acquired within the last 6 months). Candidates must be PNG Nationals and available to start immediately. Females are encouraged to apply.
Join Our Team as a Specialist, Senior - Payroll
Embark on a rewarding career with New Porgera Limited as a Senior Specialist. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a dynamic team to contribute to NPL's success. Enjoy a balanced work schedule, competitive compensation, and a chance to develop your career and technical expertise in a supportive and professional environment.
Note: This advert will be open until 30 th July 2026. If you do not hear from NPL within next two (2) weeks following the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful for this opportunity.
Job Identification 241267
Posting Date 2026-07-16
Apply Before 2026-07-30
Job Schedule Full time
Job Category Finance
Locations Porgera, Enga, Papua New Guinea
About Us
New Porgera Limited (NPL) is a leading mining company dedicated to sustainable practices and community engagement in Papua New Guinea. As the operator of the Porgera Gold Mine, we focus on extracting high-quality mineral resources while prioritizing the well-being of our employees, the environment, and the local communities. Our commitment to safety, innovation, and responsible mining ensures that we not only contribute to the economy but also support the development and prosperity of the regions we operate in. At NPL, we strive to create a positive impact, fostering strong relationships with stakeholders and promoting sustainable growth for future generations.
The New Porgera Limited now has a vacancy for a qualified and experienced individual to join our Finance Department as Specialist, Senior - Payroll
About the role
The Specialist, Senior - Payroll is responsible for the end-to-end payroll operations for a large, diverse, national FIFO and Local workforces. The role ensures strict compliance with PNG tax laws (IRC) and labour regulations, processes superannuation (Nasfund), and resolves complex payroll queries.
In this role, you will:
- Execute end-to-end payroll functions using Oracle Payroll/EBS modules
- Process fortnightly payrolls for national employees, including diverse shift rosters and allowances.
- Manage timecard data flowing from Time & Attendance to Oracle EBS.
- Review and approve payroll accounting journal entries and perform monthly payroll reconciliations.
- Ensure strict adherence to Papua New Guinea Taxation Laws (Internal Revenue Commission - IRC), including salary and wages tax (SWT) calculations.
- Manage statutory superannuation contributions (Nasfund).
- Maintain deep knowledge of PNG labour laws and mining industry award agreements.
- Mentor, coach, and supervise junior payroll officers.
- Act as the primary point of contact for employee payroll inquiries, resolving discrepancies quickly and professionally.
- Collaborate closely with site HR and Finance teams.
- Maintain Time & Attendance and Oracle EBS payroll systems to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
- Prepare and submit month-end statutory payment and reports to PNG IRC and Nasfund.
- Maintain a high level of health and safety awareness and comply with the NPL Occupational Health & Safety Policy and all health and safety rules and producers.
About You
To succeed in this role, the ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and experiences:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field.
- Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, CA, ACCA).
- Demonstrated leadership experience with strong team management and mentoring skills.
- Minimum 5+ years of senior payroll experience, preferably within the PNG resources, mining, or oil and gas sectors.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency and hands-on experience with major ERP payroll systems.
- Strong knowledge of month-end processing, financial reporting and reconciliations.
- Strong knowledge and ability to track payroll transactions through to general ledger, prepare general ledger reconciliations and month-end journals
- Compliance & Auditing Readiness: Understanding of IFRS financial controls, and audit processes.
This is a PNG National position, a site-based role on a FIFO arrangement with a rotation of 21 days on and 14 days off. Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening (to be arranged only for successful candidates after the interview stage), and provide an up-to-date Police Clearance Certificate (acquired within the last 6 months). Candidates must be PNG Nationals and available to start immediately. Females are encouraged to apply.
Join Our Team as a Specialist, Senior - Payroll
Embark on a rewarding career with New Porgera Limited as a Senior Specialist. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a dynamic team to contribute to NPL's success. Enjoy a balanced work schedule, competitive compensation, and a chance to develop your career and technical expertise in a supportive and professional environment.
Note: This advert will be open until 30 th July 2026. If you do not hear from NPL within next two (2) weeks following the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful for this opportunity.
Job Identification 241267
Posting Date 2026-07-16
Apply Before 2026-07-30
Job Schedule Full time
Job Category Finance
Locations Porgera, Enga, Papua New Guinea