Payroll Analyst (SME)
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced Payroll Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our Human Resources Information System (HRIS) transformation project, supporting the implementation of Workday. This role will provide critical payroll expertise throughout the implementation, ensuring payroll requirements are accurately captured, validated, and integrated into the new system. This is a 12–18-month maximum-term contract, with flexibility around working arrangements, including the possibility of part-time (e.g. four days per week). About Kinetic IT Kinetic IT is a leading Australian IT services provider specialising in Intelligent Workplace, Cloud, Cyber Security, Digital Infrastructure and IT Service Management. We are unlocking the potential of technology to enrich lives of Australian communities. For more than 25 years, we’ve partnered with some of Australia’s most important organisations, helping them deliver essential services relied upon by our communities including government, critical infrastructure, education, law enforcement, defence, emergency services, utilities, and transport. Be You, Create the Future At Kinetic IT, we’re driven by a shared passion for technology, customer success, and community impact. With over 1,500 talented people working across Australia, we deliver world-class capabilities with a local touch – helping shape the future of tech, here and beyond. We value individuality and foster an inclusive culture where you’re safe to be your best, real self. We tackle challenges together, celebrate success together, and make sure everyone feels valued, supported, and proud of the work they do. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome people of all abilities, backgrounds, cultures, and genders. We’re proud to be an Indigenous and Veteran-friendly employer. The Kinetic IT Difference Growth-focused culture – Formal training, mentoring, vendor exam support, communities of practice and regular development reviews. Advance your career – Access new roles via our internal ‘Opportunity Marketplace’ careers hub. Flex your work – Hybrid options, flexible hours, mobility and part-time roles (customer needs permitting). Celebrate together – Social events, cultural celebrations, end-of-year functions and more. Wellbeing matters – Health and wellness resources, tailored leave and support options and EAP access.
Requirements
- Strong end-to-end payroll experience and the ability to act as a payroll SME within a project environment
- Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, Modern Awards, and Single Touch Payroll (STP)
- Demonstrated experience supporting payroll system implementations (Workday highly preferred)
- Strong payroll data analysis and reconciliation capability
- High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with payroll, HR, and project stakeholders
- Experience working within payroll transformation projects is required
Responsibilities
- Acting as a payroll SME within the HRIS transformation project supporting implementation
- Supporting payroll requirements gathering and ensuring accurate translation into system configuration
- Participating in system testing, including functional testing and user acceptance testing
- Assisting with payroll data validation and migration activities
- Preparing payroll analysis and reports to support project and operational decision-making
- Develop payroll process documentation, SOPs and user training materials
Benefits
- Growth-focused culture – Formal training, mentoring, vendor exam support, communities of practice and regular development reviews.
- Advance your career – Access new roles via our internal ‘Opportunity Marketplace’ careers hub.
- Flex your work – Hybrid options, flexible hours, mobility and part-time roles (customer needs permitting).
- Celebrate together – Social events, cultural celebrations, end-of-year functions and more.
- Wellbeing matters – Health and wellness resources, tailored leave and support options and EAP access.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
