Compliance,Data&RiskAnalyst

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. This role supports the Financial Controller in ensuring Starbucks Australia meets its regulatory, industrial relations, financial, and governance obligations. It also provides second-line oversight across compliance, enterprise risk management, and data integrity, with a strong focus on payroll compliance, stocktake accuracy, financial controls, and ESG reporting requirements. Key Responsibilities : Industrial Relations & Workforce Compliance * Ensure compliance with Fair Work Act, and Fast-Food Industry Award * Review Payroll classifications, penalty rates and record keeping practices * Support Fair Work Ombudsmen reviews, audits, and remediation activities Compliance, Regulatory Oversight * Maintain compliance with Australian financial, legal and statutory obligations * Monitor and assess regulatory changes impacting the business * Support internal and external audits, as well as regulatory reviews Cash Handling, Stock Integrity & Financial Data Governance * Investigate cash variances and escalate risks or control breaches. * Monitor store cash handling compliance and identify irregularities. * Enforce cash controls to minimise risk and support audits. * Perform periodic cash audits and analyse exception trends. * Partner with operations and finance to improve cash accountabi