Payroll Systems Testing Analyst

Melbourne CBD Permanent AU$130,000 - AU$140,000 per year View Job Description
Michael Page is partnering exclusively with a leading, private equity-backed Australian organisation to appoint a Payroll Systems Testing Analyst into their high-performing payroll function. This is a standout opportunity to combine payroll expertise with systems, testing, and transformation in a business actively investing in its future.
  • PE backed business
  • Major SAP Success Factors ECP Implementation

About Our Client

Our client is a large, complex organisation backed by one of Australia's most prominent private equity firms, providing strong financial backing, strategic direction, and a clear focus on growth and transformation. With operations spanning multiple entities and jurisdictions, the business operates within a sophisticated payroll and HRIS landscape.

What truly differentiates this organisation is its progressive, people-first culture, where flexibility and employee wellbeing are embedded into the way the business operates.

Key highlights include:

  • Backing from a tier-one private equity firm, supporting continuous improvement and long-term investment
  • A business undergoing ongoing systems and payroll transformation, creating meaningful project exposure (SAP Success Factors ECP implementation)
  • A highly regarded payroll and systems function with strong stakeholder engagement
  • Genuine work-life balance, supported by leadership and embedded across teams
  • Flexible start and finish times to suit your lifestyle
  • A strong hybrid/WFH model offering real autonomy
  • A leadership team that is widely recognised for being supportive, engaging, and development-focused, with consistently high retention rates
  • A collaborative and forward-thinking environment where ideas are encouraged and continuous improvement is valued



This is an organisation where you can build your career while maintaining balance and flexibility.

Job Description

As a Payroll Systems Testing Analyst, you will play a ключ role in ensuring the accuracy, performance, and reliability of payroll and HRIS systems through structured testing and validation processes.

This position offers a combination of BAU testing activities, compliance responsibilities, and continuous improvement, with the business about to commence a major system implementation, providing excellent project exposure.

  • Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and scripts aligned to payroll and HRIS requirements
  • Perform system testing to ensure accuracy, functionality, and performance across payroll scenarios
  • Identify, document, and prioritise defects, inconsistencies, and system issues
  • Collaborate with payroll, HR, and technology teams to resolve issues and implement enhancements
  • Support system changes, upgrades, and implementation activities, ensuring successful deployment
  • Maintain testing environments, tools, and documentation
  • Ensure ongoing compliance with payroll legislation, tax, and superannuation requirements
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including optimisation of testing frameworks and processes
  • Stay across industry changes and evolving regulatory requirements to ensure systems remain compliant

The Successful Applicant

  • Experience in payroll systems testing payroll operations within complex environments (please do not apply if you don't have direct payroll / payroll systems experience)
  • Strong understanding of payroll legislation and compliance frameworks
  • Proven experience with SAP payroll
  • Familiarity with testing methodologies
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities across BAU and project work
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
  • A mindset focused on accuracy, continuous improvement, and innovation



What's on Offer

  • Join a PE-backed organisation investing heavily in systems and transformation
  • Work in a role that blends payroll, systems, and testing expertise
  • Gain exposure to a major SAP Success Factors ECP implementation project
  • Be part of a highly regarded, collaborative team
  • Work under a strong, people-focused leadership team with excellent retention
  • Access genuine flexibility, hybrid working, and work-life balance



Contact
Jonathan Dawson
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7025745
Phone number
+(61) 415142246

Job summary

Function
Accounting & Finance
Specialisation
Payroll
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Melbourne CBD
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jonathan Dawson
Consultant phone
+(61) 415142246
Job Reference
JN-052026-7025745

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