Senior Payroll Project Analyst

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia La Trobe University Full time
Senior Payroll Project Analyst

Apply now Job no: 569352
Work type: Fixed Term
Location: Melbourne (Bundoora)
Categories: Human Resources, Project Management, HEO8

  • Full-time, Fixed Term for approximately 15 months
  • $112,200 - $128,304 + 17% superannuation

About the Position

The Senior Payroll Project Analyst plays an essential role within the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) project team, contributing to the implementation of a new cloud-based HCM solution. The position involves close collaboration with People & Culture, Information Services, and external vendors to gather requirements, validate and improve data quality, participate in design and test workshops, and ensure effective knowledge transfer across the university.

Key responsibilities include serving as a process owner and subject matter expert in design sessions, conducting master data audits and remediation, supporting user acceptance testing (including parallel payroll testing), and documenting processes. The analyst is also responsible for clear communication of insights, opportunities, and risks to stakeholders, as well as facilitating knowledge transfer to support successful project delivery.

Skills and Experience

Candidates for this position should possess advanced theoretical or management knowledge, significant experience in payroll processes, and familiarity with contemporary HCM systems such as SuccessFactors. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, exceptional attention to detail, and a deep understanding of P&C processes, systems, regulations, and Enterprise Agreements are essential. The ability to manage multiple stakeholders, negotiate and influence outcomes, create thorough documentation, and provide training and user support are also critical to excelling in this role.

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

Closing date: By 11.55pm on Sunday, 24 August 2025

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

  • Cover Letter (maximum one page) outlining your suitability for this position; and

Only candidates with full working rights in Australia may apply for this position.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.

Advertised: 12 Aug 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 24 Aug 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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