Thomas Tai Kopia

Thomas Tai Kopia is an experienced accounting professional and educator with a diverse background spanning over two decades. Currently serving as an Accounting Teacher for Grades 11 and 12 at the Department of Education in Papua New Guinea since August 2018, Thomas previously held management positions in administration and finance, including roles as Administration and Accounts Manager at Capex Solutions Limited and Finance and Administration Manager at Pacific Rim Constructors. Thomas's expertise extends to project accounting, as demonstrated through work with Summit Development Limited and OM Holdings Limited, where responsibilities included financial analysis and reporting for substantial mining projects. Earlier experience includes significant roles in internal auditing with Coca-Cola Amatil (PNG) Limited and financial analysis at the Bank of Papua New Guinea, along with foundational positions in accounts payable. Thomas holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a specialization in Accountancy from Papua New Guinea University of Technology.