Junior Tax Accountant

Build your tax career with MRDC

Mineral Resources Development Company (MRDC) is seeking a capable and detail-oriented Junior Tax Accountant to support the tax compliance requirements of MRDC and the entities it manages across the mining, gas, petroleum and non-resource sectors. Reporting to the Manager Payroll, this role will help ensure accurate, timely and compliant tax reporting and payments.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Assist with preparing and lodging company income tax returns.
• Review and lodge monthly GST, Business Income Withholding Tax and Foreign Contractor Withholding Tax obligations.
• Assist with provisional tax calculations and quarterly advance payment tax estimates.
• Prepare tax reconciliations, tax-effect calculations and supporting schedules.
• Monitor tax payments, returns, remittances and submissions to the Internal Revenue Commission and PNG Customs.
• Prepare and obtain tax clearance certificates where required.
• Respond to correspondence and notices from regulators, external tax advisers and auditors.
• Research tax matters and support the effective use of available tax credits.
• Maintain accurate electronic and hard-copy tax records.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, tax agents and regulatory authorities.

What You’ll Bring:

• A degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline.
• Sound knowledge of Papua New Guinea tax laws and a practical understanding of tax compliance requirements.
• Relevant experience in a similar role, preferably within the mining or petroleum sector or a chartered accounting firm.
• Experience analysing and reconciling large volumes of financial data.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Strong numeracy, communication and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement and escalate issues appropriately.
• High integrity, discretion and commitment to confidentiality.
• A collaborative, self-motivated and results-focused approach.

How To Apply:

Forward your application letter with an updated resume and supporting documents as one document in pdf format directly to MRDC Human Resources Recruitment via email: recruitment@mrdc.com.pg. Please use the subject line: “JUNIOR TAX ACCOUNTANT”

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.