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Payroll Manager

Work with WA’s leading News, Sports & Entertainment Brand!

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Manager to oversee the payroll operations for the West Australian Newspaper (WAN) Group and the Telethon Trust.

About Us: Seven West Media (SWM) is not only the top news, sports, and entertainment brand in WA. We get to connect with millions of Australians every day, and we aim to give our audience, clients, and team the best experience. We comprise of brands including Channel Seven, The West Australian, The Nightly, The Sunday Times, thewest.com.au, PerthNow, 7plus, and thegame.com.au.  We’re a diverse, innovative, and collaborative team that loves what we do—and we want you to be part of it! 

In this role: Being the Payroll Manager you are responsible for supervision of three direct reports and you will assist in ensuring seamless operation of the payroll function for entities within the West Australian Newspaper (WAN) Group and the Telethon Trust

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing and supervising a small team of Payroll Officers to perform end to end payroll processing of approximately 700 employees.
• Reviewing and approving payroll runs (weekly, fortnightly and monthly).
• Monitoring correctness, eligibility and timeliness of all payroll payments in terms of Awards, EBA’s, Employment Contracts, company policies and other relevant legislation.
• Management of WAN deliverables related to new payroll software implementation (transition from Preceda to Workday).
• Assisting in the design and implementation of enhancements to the company’s payroll system and payroll procedures.
• Key contact to Seven group for all WAN related payroll matters.
• Overseeing and monitoring annual projects such as the issue of bonus payments.
• Preparation, reconciliation and payment of PAYG and superannuation.
• Ensuring accurate preparation of monthly superannuation and payroll tax returns.
• Resolving complex payroll queries from across the WA business.
• Producing month-end and year-end reports for the business.
• Liaising with internal and external auditors.
• Mentoring, developing and training the Payroll Officers.

What You Bring:

• Previous experience in a similar Payroll position.
• Payroll software implementation experience required.
• Previous experience with complex EBA’s and award interpretation.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Why You Will Love Working Here?

• Work with a leading media company – no media background required!
• Perks Galore: Salary sacrifice, paid parental leave, and an employee perks program. 
• A vibrant, creative culture where your ideas and energy will be valued.
• Flexibility in a high-performance but relaxed, friendly environment.
• Exciting opportunities for personal growth in an exciting company.

Ready to take on the challenge and be a key player in our incredible team? Apply now and let’s make magic happen together!

Click 'Apply Now' to submit your resume and join one of Australia’s most prominent media companies.

Please note, only applicants with valid Australian work rights will be considered.

Seven West Media is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity and inclusion. SWM does not accept any unsolicited agency resumes and will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.