Job Description
As a Payroll Project Specialist, you will lead stakeholders in defining detailed requirements and translating them into practical solutions. This role involves overseeing comprehensive documentation, fostering effective communication, and delivering tailored solutions that align with the organisation's systems and standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide expert guidance on payroll program management for the successful implementation of strategic initiatives
* Coordinate and support prioritisation, planning, and execution of multiple deliverables, ensuring effective team and resource alignment
* Lead stakeholder engagement to understand, analyse, and define complex business requirements
* Develop and maintain clear, comprehensive documentation of business processes and technical specifications
* Ensure ongoing, transparent communication with internal teams and stakeholders to support project alignment
* Collaboratively design and present innovative, practical solutions aligned with stakeholder needs and existing systems
* Uphold high standards of quality assurance, ensuring all outputs meet organisational excellence and reliability benchmarks
* Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships, gathering feedback and facilitating constructive discussions
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of training and experience
* Developing and implementing process improvements
* Experience in a high-volume customer service environment preferably within the higher education sector
* Experience in end-to-end payroll processing and payroll administration
* Skilled in interpreting and applying legislation and enterprise agreements and interpreting and applying policies and procedures
Benefits:
This full-time opportunity offers a base salary plus 17% superannuation. The role involves leading stakeholders in defining detailed requirements and translating them into practical solutions.
Others:
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.