Payroll Systems Testing Analyst

Victoria, Australia

• Exciting time to join AusNet as we prepare for growth and a renewable future
• Purposeful work with real people
• Hybrid Working > 2 days WFH > Flexible Work Environment 

We’re an energised team who are passionate about our customers. We strive for operational excellence and a sustainable future for our people and our community. 

About the Role

Become a part of our team as a Payroll Systems Testing Analyst, where you'll be essential in ensuring the accuracy, functionality, and efficiency of Payroll Systems. Your tasks include analysing payroll and HRIS software, creating test cases, conducting tests, and implementing solutions to meet organisational requirements and comply with regulatory standards.

In this role, you'll work closely with payroll administrators, software developers, and stakeholders to identify and resolve issues, optimise system performance, and enhance the overall payroll processing experience. It's a collaborative and crucial role where attention to detail and a methodical approach make a great impact.  This role would ideally suit a payroll professional who has a passion for systems, system maintenance and process improvement.
 

This is a permanent full-time position.

This role will report to the Payroll Manager and is located at Southbank, Victoria.

We are a flexible and truly hybrid workplace.

What you will deliver  

• Develop test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on payroll and HRIS system requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
• Execute test cases to evaluate the functionality, accuracy, and performance of Payroll Systems across various scenarios and configurations.
• Identify, document, and prioritise defects, anomalies, and inconsistencies in payroll and HRIS software, ensuring thorough and accurate reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including payroll team, People Team, software technicians, systems support teams, to track and resolve issues and implement enhancements.
• Maintain test environments, testing tools, and testing documentation to support ongoing testing activities and facilitate knowledge sharing.

 What we like about you  

• Proven experience in software testing, quality assurance, with strong payroll knowledge, preferably in a regulated environment.
• Strong understanding industrial and governing employment laws.
• Proficiency in testing methodologies, test automation tools, and defect tracking systems.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex requirements, identify dependencies, and assess risk factors.
• Familiarity with Payroll Systems, tax regulations, and compliance standards
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy, precision, and thoroughness in testing procedures and documentation.

Inclusion and Diversity  

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, one that fosters belonging, where everyone brings their unique strengths and innovative ideas.  

AusNet partners with Work180, Kinaway and Supply Nation to support these diversity pillars and has Employee Network Groups that support Pride and LGBQTIA+, Cultural and Ethnic Awareness, Disability, Working Parents Group, Women’s Network and Young Professionals Network. 

What we offer at AusNet 

• A diverse, inclusive, and supportive team culture who supports you to lead and achieve.  
• We care about what flexibility means to you and flexible working options are fully supported, to better balance work, personal and family commitments. 
• A wide range of employee benefits such as income protection, corporate discounts, salary sacrifice options including novated leasing.
• Learning culture with ongoing development and career opportunities to enable a career with purpose.

Our Ethos 

At AusNet you don’t need to check every box.   

We have key requirements which are important, but we also know that the best candidate may not tick all the boxes so, if you have the experience and capabilities for a portion of the role, Apply Now to join our energised team.

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