payroll system testing analyst (ftc).

• Develop comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts for payroll and HRIS systems based on requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Execute thorough testing to evaluate functionality, accuracy, and performance across various scenarios and configurations.
• Identify, document, and prioritise defects and inconsistencies in payroll and HRIS software, ensuring meticulous reporting.
• Collaborate closely with the payroll team, People Team, software technicians, and systems support teams, including Wipro stakeholders, to resolve issues and implement enhancements.
• Support the significant backlog of over 100 tickets related to the recent S4Hana launch, ensuring timely resolution and system stability.
• Perform exploratory testing to uncover hidden issues and identify areas for process improvement within payroll.
• Maintain test environments, tools, and documentation, contributing to ongoing testing activities and knowledge sharing.
• Contribute significantly to setting up new environments, configuring new wage types, and establishing automations within the SAP/Spinifex system.
• Support End of Year (EOY) legislative changes through a robust testing regime.
• Play a key role in extensive User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for new modifications.

About you:

• Proven experience in software testing, quality assurance, or payroll administration, preferably within a regulated environment.
• Strong applied experience with SAP (specifically S4Hana Cloud) and SuccessFactors systems is essential. Experience with Spinifex is a plus.
• Proficiency in testing methodologies, test automation tools, and defect tracking systems.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex requirements, identify dependencies, and perform root cause analysis.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Self-motivated and adaptable, with the ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Extensive knowledge of key payroll legislation is highly regarded.

The benefits:

• 12-month Fixed-Term Contract with a leading Victorian energy infrastructure company.
• Competitive package of approximately $130,000 (inclusive of superannuation).
• Work in a supportive team environment with experienced SAP configuration specialists.
• Hybrid work model: Melbourne office presence with 2 days per week work-from-home flexibility.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.