Be Part of History
The Tasmania Devils Football Club is embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime journey – building a professional AFL club from the ground up. As we enter this historic and exciting phase, we are assembling a passionate and committed team to lay the foundation for a club that will unite, inspire, and represent all Tasmanians.
Your Role
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Payroll & HR Administrator to support the People & Culture function and contribute to the operational foundations of the club during this exciting build phase. This role will primarily focus on delivering accurate and timely payroll processing, maintaining employee records, and supporting general HR administration.
A core responsibility will be leading the transition of payroll processes to our Employment Hero HRIS platform, helping to streamline systems and build scalable processes that support the club as we grow. The role will also include some support for accounts payable and finance administration. This is a rare opportunity to help shape the people systems of a brand-new AFL club and be part of something meaningful from the beginning.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll Administration
• Process monthly payroll for staff and players
• Lead the transition of payroll functions to the Employment Hero HRIS platform
• Ensure compliance with awards, agreements, and legislative requirements
• Manage superannuation, PAYG, leave accruals, and employee deductions
• Collaborate with Finance on payroll reporting and reconciliations
HR Administration
• Maintain accurate employee records, files, and HR documentation
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes including contract preparation
• Assist with HR compliance tasks, training records, and employee communications
• Support the delivery of HR projects and reporting
Accounts Payable Support
• Assist with processing and coding supplier invoices
• Help ensure timely approvals and payment scheduling
• Maintain accurate vendor information
• Provide occasional administrative finance support as needed
Systems & Process Support
• Administer and maintain the Employment Hero platform (payroll & HR modules)
• Help build efficient systems and workflows to support a growing team
• Provide internal user support for HR, payroll, and finance systems
Skills and Experience
Essential Skills & Experience
• Previous experience in payroll and HR administration
• Strong understanding of payroll processes, Fair Work compliance, and employee records management
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and organisational abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
Highly Regarded
• Experience using Employment Hero
• Familiarity with accounts payable or finance administration
• Background in sport, not-for-profit, or start-up organisations
• Experience interpreting awards and employment contracts
The Fine Print
• Full-time (2-year fixed-term contract) – we will consider part time candidates
• Reports to GM Strategy, People & Culture
• Based in Hobart, with occasional travel and out-of-hours work
• Work that matters, a team that backs you, and a chance to be part of something truly historic
• Applications close 5pm Friday 4th July
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