Payroll Officer

About Sportsbet

Sportsbet is dedicated to providing excitement to over 2.4 million customers by delivering enjoyable experiences while challenging norms and embracing core values. As part of the global Flutter Group, the company maintains a significant international presence and has a close-knit workforce of over 1,300 employees across Melbourne, Sydney, and Darwin, with more than half in technology and data science roles. The company leads in responsible gambling initiatives locally and globally and is recognized as one of the top workplaces for women by an independent platform assessing employer support for women and underrepresented groups.

Role Overview

The Payroll Officer will be pivotal in ensuring timely and precise payments for employees while maintaining compliance and smooth payroll operations. This role involves managing payroll processes across the organisation, collaborating closely with Finance, People Operations, and HR Business Partners to provide dependable and high-quality payroll services. This position requires attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and teamwork in a dynamic operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle payroll and employee payroll queries via MyPay inboxes, addressing issues or escalating when necessary.
• Manage payroll changes such as onboarding new employees, terminations, leaves, and allowances.
• Maintain accurate payroll records, including trackers and supporting paperwork.
• Support activities related to superannuation processing, payroll tax, and month-end reporting.
• Prepare employment verification documents, reports, and other payroll-related materials.
• Continuously seek opportunities to enhance payroll processes to increase efficiency.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is detail-focused, dependable, and committed to accuracy and deadlines. They enjoy working with data and systems, possess strong organisational skills, and communicate effectively within a team. Being proactive and adept at managing multiple priorities while identifying process improvement opportunities is essential.

Qualifications and Experience

• Prior experience in payroll administration or processing.
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy under pressure.
• Effective communication and organisational capabilities.
• Familiarity with payroll systems and proficient use of Microsoft Excel.
• Understanding of Australian payroll and superannuation regulations.
• Capability to juggle competing tasks and collaborate with varied stakeholders.

Benefits & Perks

• 25 days of annual leave, providing an extra week beyond the standard entitlement.
• A hybrid work model, allowing work from home on Mondays and Fridays, complemented with a $1,050 allowance for home office setup for new starters.
• Industry-leading parental leave program offering 26 weeks of paid leave for primary carers with no waiting period, plus a progressive return-to-work benefit (paid for more days than worked during the first 6 months back).
• Innovative Hack Days encouraging creativity and collaborative projects benefiting customers.
• Opportunities for professional growth through internal training sessions and supported external learning, including personal development allowances.
• Weekly concierge services featuring complimentary massages and nail appointments available onsite in the Melbourne office.
• Free breakfast options, daily fresh fruit, and weekly social events including office drinks and team-building activities.
• End-of-trip facilities featuring recreational amenities like table tennis and pool tables.
• Discounted health insurance offerings and annual free flu vaccinations.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

The company fosters an inclusive workplace where individuals are encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work and thrive. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made upon request to support diverse needs, and flexible working arrangements are tailored to individual circumstances.

Applicants who feel they may not meet every requirement but believe they fit the role are encouraged to apply.