Payroll Systems Specialist
Own and enhance critical payroll systems across a leading FMCG business, supporting efficiency, compliance, and technical uplift across Australia.
- 12-Month Fixed Term | Melbourne Based | Hybrid working
- FMCG | Enterprise Environment | Long-Term Career Opportunity
- iChris | Kronos | Payroll Systems Optimisation
We’re partnering with a well-recognised multinational FMCG organisation that is looking to appoint an experienced Payroll Systems Specialist to support the configuration, maintenance, and optimisation of their iChris payroll system. Sitting within the broader payroll team and reporting into IT, you’ll play a key role in ensuring system performance, compliance, and efficiency across their Australian operations.
This is a 12-month fixed term contract with the potential to convert to permanent.
The Opportunity
As an iChris Systems Specialist, you’ll combine strong payroll system knowledge with a technical mindset to deliver system enhancements, streamline operations, and support a high-volume payroll environment. This role is embedded within the payroll team, offering visibility across business and IT functions and a collaborative, supportive culture.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Configuring and maintaining the iChris payroll system, including user profiles, pay codes, deductions, and super
- Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of payroll data through regular audits, reconciliations, and data validation
- Supporting system upgrades, version control, and compliance with local regulatory requirements
- Developing and delivering user documentation, training, and support
- Collaborating with internal stakeholders and vendors to design and implement integrations and automation
- Conducting periodic reviews of payroll controls and security in partnership with audit teams
- Recommending and implementing continuous improvements and policy updates
What You will Bring
- 8+ years’ experience in payroll administration, payroll systems, or HRIS support
- Strong hands-on experience with iChris payroll (essential)
- Exposure to Kronos/UKG highly regarded
- Solid understanding of Australian payroll legislation and compliance requirements
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to educate and support non-technical stakeholders
- Detail-oriented, organised, and confident managing multiple workstreams across BAU and projects
What’s In It For You
- 12-month fixed term contract with opportunity for permanency
- Hybrid working – 2–3 days onsite in inner-east Melbourne office
- Supportive team culture with visibility across payroll and IT
- Work for a highly regarded FMCG organisation with long-term growth potential
If you're a technically minded payroll systems professional who thrives in dynamic environments – we'd love to hear from you.
APPLY NOW or contact Fabian at CloudApps Consulting via fabian@cloudappsconsulting.com.au for more information.