Position Vacancy – Payroll Officer

MRDC is a dynamic and growing organization and is currently seeking a detail oriented and experienced Payroll Officer to join our finance team. If you are looking for an opportunity to contribute your payroll expertise in a supportive environment, we want to hear from you!Reporting to the Payroll Supervisor, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end payroll process for the company’s employees, ensuring accurate and timely payments, compliance with relevant regulations, and maintaining payroll records.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process end-to-end payroll for all employees in accordance with company policies and applicable legislation.

• Manage timesheets, leave balances, and other payroll-related data.

• Ensure the accurate calculation of wages, deductions, and statutory contributions.

• Prepare and process superannuation payments and other statutory obligations.

• Respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees.

• Reconcile payroll-related accounts and assist with month-end/year-end reporting.

• Maintain up-to-date payroll records and ensure compliance with tax and superannuation requirements.

• Assist with internal and external audits as required.

• Other ad-hoc duties as required.

Key Requirements:

• Relevant qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Experience with additional payroll systems or HR software.

• Proven experience in a payroll officer or similar role.

• Strong understanding of payroll systems, taxation, and superannuation legislation.

• Pronto payroll system experience (highly advantageous).

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

If you are passionate about payroll and meet the above requirements, we would love to hear from you! Please email your cover letter and updated resume to recruitment@mrdc.com.pg with the subject line “Payroll Officer.”

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