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• Senior leadership role with direct CEO and Board engagement.
• Drive financial strategy, governance and risk management.
• PNG Nationals are encouraged to apply

Finance and Investment Manager
Location: Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Finance & Investment Manager to lead the financial management and investment functions of an established organisation in Papua New Guinea.

This senior leadership position is suited to a commercially astute finance professional with a strong background in financial strategy, investment oversight, treasury, financial governance and regulatory compliance.
Working closely with the CEO and Board, you will play a key role in protecting financial assets, strengthening investment performance and supporting the organisation's long-term financial sustainability.

About the Role
As Finance & Investment Manager, you will oversee the organisation's financial management and investment activities, ensuring strong financial governance, effective risk management and accurate reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead annual budgeting, financial planning, forecasting and financial performance monitoring.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting for senior management and the Board.
• Manage investment activities, assess investment opportunities and monitor portfolio performance, returns and associated risks.
• Oversee cash flow, treasury operations, liquidity and working capital requirements.
• Maintain robust financial controls and ensure compliance with relevant statutory, regulatory and accounting requirements.
• Coordinate external audits and oversee the timely resolution of audit findings and recommendations.
• Prepare investment recommendations and financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Monitor investment risks, counterparties, liquidity and compliance with approved investment policies.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with banks, investment managers, auditors and other key stakeholders.
• Lead and develop the Finance and Investment team, including staff performance management and capability development.
• Provide financial advice to support business planning, strategic initiatives and organisational growth.
• Contribute to corporate strategy and initiatives that strengthen financial sustainability and operational performance.

About You
You are an experienced finance leader with the technical expertise, commercial judgement and leadership capability to oversee complex financial operations and provide strategic advice to senior management and the Board.
You will bring a combination of strong financial management expertise, investment knowledge and a sound understanding of governance, risk and regulatory compliance.

To Be Successful in This Role, You Will Have

• A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, Investment Management or a related discipline.
• At least seven years of relevant professional experience, ideally within financial services, banking, a financial institution or a similarly regulated environment.
• Demonstrated experience in financial management, budgeting, forecasting and statutory financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of investment management, portfolio performance, investment risk assessment and treasury operations.
• Experience contributing to investment strategies and providing financial recommendations to senior management or Board committees.
• A sound understanding of financial governance, internal controls, audit processes and regulatory compliance.
• Experience managing relationships with banks, financial institutions, auditors and other key stakeholders.
• Proven leadership capability, including developing teams, managing performance and improving financial processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial information and provide sound commercial advice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the preparation of clear and concise reports for executive and Board-level stakeholders.
• High levels of integrity, accountability, attention to detail and professional judgement.

This is an opportunity to take on a key financial leadership position within an established organisation in Papua New Guinea.

You will have the opportunity to contribute to strategic decision-making, oversee critical financial and investment functions, work closely with senior leadership and the Board, and help strengthen the organisation's long-term financial performance and sustainability.

How to Apply
If you are an experienced finance professional looking for your next leadership opportunity in Papua New Guinea, we would welcome your application.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please get in touch.

To Apply

To apply, email your CV and other relevant documentation to [email protected]. Please include the Job ID "#29077" in the email's subject to ensure your application is processed.