Pala Matapere
Mooroobool ,QLD
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance and Administration Manager
Caveman Constructions Ltd
Port Moresby , Papua New a Guinea
08.2009 - 08.2019
- Managed financial reporting and budgeting processes for construction projects.
- Oversaw administrative functions to ensure operational efficiency in the office.
- Coordinated procurement of materials and services to support project timelines.
- Oversaw payroll processing functions such as timekeeping, benefits administration and tax filing requirements.
- Coordinated banking relationships, including opening new accounts, managing lines of credit and administering loan agreements.
- Analyzed financial data to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
Human Resources Officer
Bank South Pacific
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
02.2003 - 08.2009
- Administered employee benefits and compensation packages for bank personnel.
- Collaborated with management on policy development for improved workplace culture.
- Monitored adherence to employment laws within the organization.
- Maintained HR information systems for accurate employee records and reporting.
- Prepared reports related to personnel activities including hiring, terminations, transfers and promotions.
- Provided advice and guidance regarding disciplinary actions when needed.
- Managed employee relations issues such as grievances or complaints.
- Reviewed resumes and applications for potential candidates.
- Responded to inquiries from current or prospective employees about benefits or other HR related issues.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations in the workplace.
- Hired, trained and motivated employees to meet company goals for revenue and profit.
- Created and implemented highly effective and individualized human resource solutions for clients.
- Interpreted and explained human resources policies, procedures or regulations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Papua New Guinea
Port Moresby , Papua New Guinea03-2003
Higher School Certificate
Kerevat National High School
Rabaul-East New Britain Papua New Guinea12-1998
Skills
- Office administration
- Compliance monitoring
- Attention to detail
- Task prioritization
- Spreadsheet tracking
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Database entry
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Invoice processing
- Basic accounting
- Supply ordering
- Process improvement
- Office management
Timeline
Finance and Administration Manager
Caveman Constructions Ltd
08.2009 - 08.2019
Human Resources Officer
Bank South Pacific
02.2003 - 08.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Papua New Guinea
Higher School Certificate
Kerevat National High School