HRIS (Payroll) Implementation Lead

• Lead international payroll implementation

About Our Client

We're partnering with a leading organisation undertaking a major payroll transformation project and are seeking an experienced Payroll Implementation Specialist to support the rollout of a new payroll solution across Papua New Guinea operations.

Having successfully implemented Employee Central, the business is now moving into the payroll implementation phase and requires a hands-on specialist to lead testing, support user adoption, and ensure a successful transition to the new payroll platform.

This is a Brisbane-based contract opportunity with occasional travel to PNG.

Job Description

Working closely with the project team, implementation partner and payroll stakeholders, you will play a key role in delivering the PNG payroll implementation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the implementation of a new payroll system for PNG operations
• Leading payroll testing activities, including User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
• Identifying, documenting and resolving system defects and payroll issues
• Validating payroll outcomes and ensuring accuracy throughout testing cycles
• Working closely with project teams, payroll stakeholders and implementation partners
• Providing training and support to end users
• Assisting with go-live preparation and post-implementation support
• Travelling to PNG to support testing, training and implementation activities

The Successful Applicant

• Proven experience leading or supporting payroll system implementations
• Strong understanding of payroll processes and payroll testing methodologies
• Experience running UAT and defect management within an implementation environment
• Experience working with large-scale HRIS or payroll platforms
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• The ability to train and support end users through system change

• Demonstrated PNG payroll experience
• Strong understanding of PNG payroll legislation, processes and compliance requirements
• Proven payroll implementation experience
• Experience with large enterprise HRIS or payroll systems
• UAT and payroll testing experience
• Valid passport and willingness to travel to PNG

What's on Offer

• Initial 6-month contract with strong likelihood of extension
• Opportunity to play a key role in a significant payroll transformation project
• Brisbane-based position with international stakeholder exposure
• Competitive salary