sap s/4hana hr payroll project manager

15 hours ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Peoplebank Full time $180,000 - $220,000 per year

ERP SAP S/4HANA HR/Payroll Project Manager
Location:
[Brisbane]

Contract Type:
[Contract - 13 Months]

Work Type:
[Hybrid]

About the Role
We're seeking an experienced
ERP SAP S/4HANA HR/Payroll Project Manager
to lead the end-to-end delivery of the HR/Payroll stream within a major S/4HANA transformation program for our key government client. This pivotal role will oversee the design, build, and deployment of the SAP HR/Payroll solution using SAP Activate Methodology, ensuring alignment with business needs, program objectives, and governance frameworks.

You will manage all aspects of HR/Payroll processes, functional design, data migration, and integration activities, while leading a team of internal specialists and third-party partners to deliver a high-quality, compliant, and future-ready solution.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the HR/Payroll stream across design, build, testing, and deployment phases.
  • Oversee HR/Payroll data migration, integration, and functional design activities.
  • Manage timelines, budgets, risks, and resources in line with program governance.
  • Ensure compliance with legislative, tax, and financial regulations.
  • Collaborate across delivery streams to align with broader ERP program milestones.
  • Apply SAP Activate (or equivalent) methodologies to drive quality and traceability.
  • Lead and mentor multi-disciplinary teams across technical and functional domains.
  • Manage stakeholder engagement, reporting, and communication across business and technology groups.

About You
You are an outcome-driven leader with extensive project management experience in large-scale SAP HR/Payroll transformations. You bring a strong customer focus, deep understanding of HR/Payroll principles, and proven ability to deliver complex programs on time and within scope.

Skills and Experience

  • 15+ years of experience delivering large-scale SAP HR/Payroll ERP projects.
  • Proven track record as HR/Payroll Stream Lead or Project Manager across full SDLC.
  • Expertise in SAP HR/Payroll design, configuration, and data migration (SAP to SAP or legacy to SAP).
  • Strong understanding of HR/Payroll operations: employee data, time & leave, superannuation, taxation, and reporting.
  • Experience managing projects involving organisational change, mergers, or structural transitions.
  • Demonstrated application of SAP Activate or similar delivery methodologies.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and leadership skills.
  • Experience delivering within multi-release or phased ERP deployment environments.
  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Computer Science, HR/Payroll, Accounting, Business, or Project Management.

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