Payroll Systems Test Analyst (Humanforce)

Michael Page
Hawthorn VIC 3122Full time

Listed 17 Sep 2026

  • Genuine market-leading hourly rate

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established Australian organisation operating across multiple sites nationally, delivering essential services to the community and employing a large, diverse workforce. With a strong commitment to continuous improvement and technology-driven efficiency, they are embarking on a significant Humanforce upgrade project and are seeking an experienced Payroll Systems Test Analyst to support this critical initiative.

Job Description

  • Develop, execute, and manage comprehensive testing plans for the Humanforce upgrade.
  • Create and maintain detailed test scripts, test cases, testing schedules, and documentation.
  • Perform system, integration, regression, parallel payroll, and user acceptance testing (UAT).
  • Validate payroll calculations, award interpretation, leave accruals, allowances, overtime, penalties, and other payroll-related outcomes.
  • Identify, document, track, and assist in resolving system defects and issues.
  • Work closely with Payroll, HR, IT, project stakeholders, and external vendors throughout the testing lifecycle.
  • Verify data integrity and ensure system enhancements meet business requirements.
  • Support business users during testing activities and provide guidance on testing processes.
  • Assist with release readiness, deployment validation, and post-upgrade support.
  • Prepare testing reports and provide recommendations to project stakeholders.

The Successful Applicant

  • Demonstrated experience in Payroll Systems Testing, Payroll Projects, Systems Analysis, or a similar role.
  • Previous experience working with Humanforce, ideally within upgrade, enhancement, or optimisation projects.
  • Strong payroll knowledge, including experience working within complex award and enterprise agreement environments.
  • Experience developing and executing end-to-end testing strategies and test plans.
  • Proven ability to identify system issues and work collaboratively to achieve resolutions.
  • Excellent analytical skills and high attention to detail.
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • The ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively within project teams.

What's on Offer

  • Market leading remuneration
  • Opportunity to join a major business-critical Humanforce upgrade project.
  • Exposure to a complex payroll and workforce management environment.
  • Collaborative and supportive team culture.
  • Flexible working arrangements.