Are you ready to be part of a transformative payroll system implementation for a major national childcare provider?
Our client, a leading name in the education and childcare sector, is seeking a dedicated Business Analyst - Payroll Implementation to play a critical role in supporting the rollout of a new payroll system across Australia.
About the Role
Reporting to the Group Payroll Manager, you'll support the implementation of a new payroll platform and ensure continuity, compliance, and efficiency across payroll operations. This hybrid role blends payroll expertise with project support, business and process analysis.
Key Responsibilities
Business and process analysis
1. Requirements Gathering
* Work with HR, finance, and IT teams to understand payroll needs.
* Gather, analyze, and document business requirements for payroll systems / processes.
2. Payroll System Analysis & Optimization
* Evaluate payroll system functionality.
* Recommend improvements or enhancements to increase efficiency and accuracy.
* Support payroll system upgrades, migrations, or implementations.
3. Data Analysis & Reporting
* Analyze payroll data to identify trends, discrepancies, or errors.
* Generate regular and ad hoc reports for stakeholders (e.g., payroll summaries, tax compliance, audit reports).
4. Process Improvement
* Map current payroll processes (as-is).
* Design and propose optimized future-state processes (to-be).
* Identify automation opportunities.
5. Compliance & Controls
* Ensure payroll processes comply with labor laws, tax regulations, and company policies.
* Work with audit teams on internal controls and regulatory compliance.
6. Testing & Validation
* Support or lead UAT (User Acceptance Testing) for payroll systems.
* Validate that system outputs (like pay slips, tax reports) are accurate.
7. Stakeholder Communication & Support
* Act as a liaison between payroll, HR, IT, and finance teams.
* Provide training, documentation, and support for system users.
8. Periodic Support
* Assist with payroll processing cycles (e.g., biweekly / monthly runs).
* Help resolve discrepancies or urgent payroll issues.
* Operational Drive : Adaptable, proactive, and agile in a fast-changing environment.
* Communication : High-level interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
* Problem Solving : Strong analytical thinker with the ability to resolve payroll issues efficiently.
* Accountability : Results-driven with excellent time management and follow-through.
* Teamwork : Collaborates well with HR and other departments to support payroll and remuneration activities.
Qualifications & Experience
Required :
* 3+ years' experience in end-to-end payroll within a high-volume environment.
* High numerical accuracy and a strong grasp of accounting procedures.
* Proven experience with Award and EBA interpretation.
* Familiarity with payroll systems, time & attendance platforms, and system implementation projects.
* Current Blue Card / Sustainability Card or willingness to obtain prior to starting.
Why Apply?
* Join a respected organisation making a real impact in early education.
* Be part of a key national payroll transformation project.
* Work with a supportive, collaborative, and driven payroll team.
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