Payroll Officer at Starbucks Coffee Company

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Sep, 26

Salary

105000.0

Posted On

14 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Payroll Processing, Award Interpretation, Australian Payroll Legislation, Numerical Reconciliation, Problem Solving, ADP Payroll Systems, Dynamics 365 Finance, Accounts Payable, Statutory Reporting, General Ledger Reconciliation, Data Integrity, Customer Service

Industry

Retail

Description

Company Description A fantastic opportunity exists to join an iconic brand and elevate your career at Starbucks Australia. There are multiple benefits to joining us; we currently have over 95 stores and are aiming for a store network of more than 100+ stores in the next two years. We often say that we aren’t in the coffee business serving people— we’re in the people business serving coffee. Our partners (employees) are the heart of our business, driving Our Mission forward: To be the premier purveyor of the finest coffee in the world, inspiring and nurturing the human spirit - one person, one cup and one neighbourhood at a time. As a Starbucks partner, you become part of something much bigger than just yourself. Job Description We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Officer to join our team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for approximately 1,600 store partners, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, awards, and company policies. You will play a key role in maintaining payroll data integrity, supporting audit readiness, and delivering high-quality payroll services across the organisation Key Responsibilities: Payroll Processing End-to-end weekly payroll processing Accurate calculation of wages, overtime, allowances, and deductions Processing new starters, terminations, and employee changes Responding to employee payroll queries (pay, leave balances, deductions) Maintaining strict confidentiality of employee data Processing and reconciling superannuation payments Preparation and lodgement of statutory reporting Payroll reconciliation prior to processing General Ledger reconciliation of payroll accounts Investigation and resolution of discrepancies Supporting payroll system improvements and upgrades Reporting & Financial Support Prepare payroll reports for finance and management Assist with month-end and year-end reporting Support audit requests with payroll data and documentation Accounts Payable (Backup Support) Process invoices and payments as required Accurately code non-PO invoices Match PO invoices Manage Accounts Payable inbox queries Qualifications About You: Minimum 5+ years’ experience in high-volume payroll processing Strong understanding of Australian payroll legislation and award interpretation High attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy Excellent numerical, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment Strong communication skills and customer service mindset Experience working in large organisations Familiarity with ADP payroll systems Exposure to Dynamics 365 Finance Broader understanding of awards and enterprise agreements Additional Information Life at Starbucks Australia Starbucks Australia is proudly Australian owned and operated. We are a small company with large growth plans. We’ve based in Collingwood, with expansive end-of-trip facilities (all shower amenities soaps & towels included), concierge services with dry-cleaning and parcel collection provided, and current building works for our very own Starbucks café on-site. We work on a hybrid model with 3 days in office, 2 from home. Compensation: AUD 95000 - AUD 105000 - yearly

Responsibilities

Responsible for end-to-end weekly payroll processing for approximately 1,600 employees, ensuring compliance with legislation and awards. The role also involves payroll reconciliation, statutory reporting, and providing backup support for accounts payable.