This position is a key member of the Business Services department, and the wider TSO, and provides accurate, timely payroll and accounting services. Prior experience in payroll and accounts is required, as are strong organisational skills and a positive and solutions-oriented mindset – this role would suit a finance professional who wishes to apply their knowledge and skills to a creative, not-for-profit cultural organisation. CPA status (or equivalent) will be strongly regarded; whether already completed or currently underway – TSO welcomes the opportunity to support those currently studying via the provision of study leave. A full position description, selection criteria, and information on how to apply can be found on our website.

Duties and Responsibilities

Payroll | Prepare and process TSOs fortnightly payroll (approximately 75-100 employees) including:

Maintain employee masterfiles in Access MicroPay

Understand and apply relevant Enterprise Agreement conditions

Seek, interpret, and process employee timesheets and process fortnightly payroll

Prepare payment authorities

Prepare and calculate leave liabilities

Prepare and submit superannuation returns through Media Super

Pay relevant end-of month deductions

Prepare statistical reporting

Undertake year-end processing

Remain up to date with relevant legislative updates and requirements

Act as a knowledgeable point of contact for TSO employees regarding payroll matters or queries

Accounts | Process Accounts Payable and associated tasks including:

Liaison with staff on classification of expenditure and ensuring all invoices are verified, authorised, and costed appropriately

Process and pay all invoices

Process monthly credit card transactions

Complete bank reconciliations

Enter journals as required

Maintain and process prepayments workbooks

Reporting | Assist the Director Business Services with tasks including:

Preparation of monthly and annual financial reporting

Preparation of annual FBT Return

Preparation of Creative Australia reporting and acquittals

Prepare balance sheet reconciliations

Other tasks as required and in alignment with skillset

The Business Services team consists of the Director Business Services, the Business Services Manager, and some additional support via a casual Accounts assistant. The Business Services team has a strong track record of developing team members for future career progression via an investment in professional development, mentoring, and additional learning where there is appetite and capacity. Hybrid work is possible, and TSO welcomes discussions regarding flexible working arrangements.

Selection Criteria

Essential Skills and Experience

Appropriate tertiary qualifications, or significant relevant work experience in finance

General financial and accounting experience, including an understanding of accounting principles

Previous hands-on experience managing payroll

Working knowledge of Australian payroll and finance regulatory requirements

Sound computer literacy with the MS office suite and accounting systems (knowledge of Access Micropay and SAP Business desirable)

Proven team player with the ability to work flexibly within a small team environment

Ability to work autonomously and meet deadlines whilst maintaining accuracy

Ability to work and communicate effectively with a variety of staff members and musicians in a creative environment, including those with limited knowledge of payroll or finance

Calm, positive personal demeanor when undertaking tasks or solving problems

Desirable qualifications and experience

CPA (or equivalent status), either completed or underway

Understanding of the not-for-profit and / or arts sector

Appetite to learn and increase professional skills and capabilities over the course of TSO career, including to act as a business partner to key senior leaders regarding the management of their financial responsibilities

How to apply

If you’d like to apply for this opportunity, please prepare and send through:

A current CV, including two people we can talk to as referees (we won’t contact them without your permission)

A letter or document (no more than two pages) that tells us a bit about you, why you’re keen to join the team, and what particular skills and contribution you could make

If you’d like to submit your application in another format that feels more natural to you, or better meets your accessibility needs, please reach out. If you are applying via a job site, please ensure your CV and letter is comprehensive enough for us to get a sense of your experience and suitability, to have the best chance of being shortlisted for an interview. If you choose to use AI to assist in the preparation of your application, please ensure you proofread before submission and that all information included in your application is accurate.

All documents or files can be sent to depaolij[at]tso.com.au and each file must have your full name within the file name. PDF documents strongly preferred.

Closing date for applications is Sunday 3 August, 5pm – TSO may review applications as they are submitted and begin the shortlisting process before this date.

Interviews will be held on Friday 8 August, at TSO’s Hobart office. Start date is flexible, noting the role is already vacant.

For more information

If you wish to understand more about the opportunity before applying, please initially contact John de Paoli (Director Business Services) via [email protected] – if you have queries about accessibility or the recruitment process, please contact [email protected]

Please note

The TSO celebrates workforce diversity and welcomes applications from all members of the community. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, neurodivergence, or gender identity.

If you have any accessibility requirements relating to applying for this role and attending an interview, please do not hesitate to contact Alison Nadebaum, Director People & Culture, via [email protected] so that we can accommodate these needs.