At SBS, we embrace difference, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

We also acknowledge the unique contribution that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples make to our society and our workplace through their enduring and continued connection to land, sea, sky and community.

About Us

SBS is one of the world's most unique and innovative media organisations, producing trusted, meaningful and engaging content that exists for all Australians to inspire, support and celebrate the diversity of our multicultural society. 

Our purpose, for the last 40 years, has reflected and explored the evolving diversity of Australia, investing in initiatives to deepen its connections with communities, sharing their stories and giving a voice to those often unheard, with the aim of increasing understanding and respect of the differences that make up Australia.

SBS is a truly distinctive network, showcasing multicultural, multilingual and First Nations stories otherwise untold in the Australian media.

The Department

Our People & Culture team have a vision to create amazing employee experiences and we’d welcome an equally amazing Senior Payroll Compliance and Controls Officer to join our hard working, inclusive and experience focused team. The P&C  team is a close-knit team. We look after one another, we work hard but also love a good laugh.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Payroll, Rostering and Compliance, the Senior Payroll Compliance and Controls Officer will be doing the following:

• Conducting regular audits of payroll processes, with a special focus on areas involving manual calculations or manual adjustments. Identify discrepancies, inefficiencies, or non-compliance, and recommend corrective actions or improvements.
• Implementing and enforcing strong payroll controls to prevent errors, fraud, and non-compliance. Regularly assess the risk landscape of payroll activities and develop strategies to mitigate identified risks.
  Ensuring that payroll procedures comply with relevant laws, regulations, company policies, and the Enterprise Agreement (EA).
• Providing accurate interpretation of the Enterprise Agreement, company policies, and other relevant documents to ensure payroll is processed correctly and fairly, particularly in complex or unusual cases.
• Proactively suggesting and supporting the implementation of process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce manual intervention, and ensure accuracy in payroll execution. Collaborate with other teams to automate processes where possible.
• Supporting the internal reconciliation of payroll data, ensuring that all payroll-related accounts are accurate, complete, and reconciled on a timely basis. Assist with year-end reconciliation and auditing activities.
• Providing guidance and training to payroll team members on compliance-related matters, policy interpretations, and internal controls. Help ensure that the payroll team is fully equipped to execute payroll accurately and compliantly.
• Acting as a back up and support to the Payroll Manager and the wider Payroll Team

This role is classified as Level 5 business Support with a base salary range of $104,088 - $122, 966 under SBS Australia's current Enterprise Agreement. The successful applicant will be offered remuneration that is commensurate with their skills and experience and in alignment with this framework.

About you

•  3+ years in payroll compliance, auditing, or controls, preferably in a large or complex payroll environment.
• Strong understanding of payroll policies, the Fair Work Act, and other relevant legislation. Experience with Enterprise Agreements is preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail, strong analytical abilities, and the ability to identify and resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Experience with payroll systems and Excel.  Knowledge of process automation is an advantage.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience). Payroll or accounting certifications will be regarded favourably
• Knowledge or experience of the Aurion Payroll platform would be an advantage but is not essential.

Feel like you meet most, but perhaps not all the criteria listed? Then, send through your detail as whilst we have specific requirements in mind we can look at how we can bridge the gaps!

Some of the reasons to consider working with us:

• The people! We truly celebrate and welcome difference at SBS and encourage everyone to bring their whole self to work & you’ll be part of one of the most inclusive companies in Australia!
• The culture and the engagement of our workforce! 93% of our employees have stated that they are proud to work for SBS!  
• We offer a range of benefits from, health care checks, salary packaging, Employee Assistance Programme, flexible work arrangements and discounted gym membership nationally with Fitness Pass. 
• We’re agile and innovative in the way we work, as well as being a trusted and established brand. At SBS we have been broadcasting for over 40 years and our future is packed with many more exciting developments!
• We also love to promote from within! We have allocated training funds to do just that and help bridge the gaps when moving from role to role.

Want to learn more? Then hit apply and take the first step to applying not just for another job but a possible whole new career in a purpose led organisation.

For other opportunities within our organisation please visit our careers website SBS Careers - Working at SBS

Reasonable adjustments

SBS recognises that everyone is unique, and you might require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply and put your skills forward for consideration. If we can make some adjustments to the SBS recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, then please contact careers@sbs.com.au and let us know.

Adjustments include but are not limited to; alternative application methods, interview setups, physical requirements, guidance for trans or gender diverse applicants, specific interview availability times and more.

To find out more about reasonable adjustments with SBS, please view our video here.

We are shortlisting applications as they come in, so don’t delay, apply today!