Accounts Payable Officer - Port Moresby

Hardware Haus
Full-timePort Moresby National Capital District, Papua New Guinea

For over 30 years, City Pharmacy Limited Group of Companies has been the forefront of retailing across Papua New Guinea. The Company's well - known household brands include City Pharmacy, City Pharmacy Wellness Clinic, City Pharmacy Medical Lab Supplies, Hardware Haus Limited, Real Rewards Plus, DFS(Prouds) PNG Limited, Jack's of PNG and CPL Foundation. From everyday groceries,medical supplies, apparels and DIY tools. We cater to a wide range of needs.

About Hardware Haus:

Hardware Haus is Papua New Guinea’s largest and leading hardware and building materials retailer, operating 14 branches nationwide. As part of the CPL Group, Hardware Haus is committed to delivering quality products at affordable prices, serving industries such as construction, plumbing, electrical, agriculture, and home improvement. Our mission is to be the preferred shopping destination by delivering outstanding value, exceptional customer experience, and maximizing shareholder value, while our vision is helping the people of Papua New Guinea live healthier and better lives.

The Accounts Payable Officer is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, managing payments, and maintaining reliable financial records within the Finance Department. The role supports financial integrity, strengthens vendor relationships, and ensures compliance with company accounting policies and procedures through effective monitoring, reconciliation, and reporting of accounts payable transactions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Must demonstrate strong attention to details in reviewing, verifying, and processing supplier invoices accurately. Prepare payment schedules and ensure timely settlement of supplier accounts.
  • Able to reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.
  • Candidate must be able to communicate and attend to suppliers with invoices, purchase orders, and payment queries on time.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records and ledgers.
  • Ensure all transactions comply with company policies, procedures, and tax requirements.
  • Perform supplier reconciliations using strong analytical skills to identify and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
  • Liaise with suppliers and internal departments, demonstrating strong communication skills and comprehensive unsdertsnading of procurement and payment processes.**
  • Able to provide support across department as relief support during busy period or when required by the immediate manager or supervisor for support.

Qualifications/Experience:

  • Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business and or related.
  • Minimum experince 2years and obove or previous experience in Accounts payable or finance or related role, in a retail hardware.
  • Sound knowledged of accounting or financial principles and financial controls.
  • Experience handling suppier and bank reconciliations.
  • Ability to work closely with Finance, procurements and retail teams.
  • Candidate must be Port Moresby based.

General Skills:

  • High level of accuracy in processing invoices and financial records.
  • Ability to reconcile accounts and identify discrepancies.
  • Experience with systems such as Pronto Xi, MYOB or similar.
  • Ability to liaise effectively with suppliers, procurement, and internal teams.
  • Ability to manage deadlines and process payments on time.
  • Ability to resolve invoice and payment issues promptly.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial data entry.
  • Handling sensitive financial information responsibly.

All applications are to be submitted in a single file PDF format(not more than 10mb in size) and must be addressed to:

The Coordinator - People & Culture

City Pharmacy Limited

P.O Box 1663, Port Moresby,NCD 121

Application Deadline: 5.00pm, 30 May 2026

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