Process Analyst - Payroll

Our client is a well-established organisation in a complex industry, operating across multiple business units. With a commitment to transformation and operational excellence, they continue to grow and innovate across their sector.

Working as part of a large scale payroll transformation, you will be part of a collaborative team focused on driving process improvement across payroll operations. The role requires engaging with key stakeholders across payroll, HR and finance to deliver meaningful and measurable change in a fast paced and complex program of work.

Duties/Key responsibilities

• Map, analyse and redesign end-to-end payroll processes using BPMN and APQC
• Create clear documentation including payroll workflows, SOPs and process controls
• Conduct root cause analysis to identify inefficiencies, compliance gaps and performance issues within payroll operations
• Facilitate cross-functional workshops with payroll, HR and finance stakeholders, and present insights to senior leadership
• Support change initiatives and drive adoption of new payroll processes across teams

Skills and experience

• 3–5+ years in process analysis or operational excellence roles, with hands-on exposure to payroll functions
• Solid understanding of payroll processes, controls and compliance requirements (STP, superannuation, award interpretation)
• Experience working in large or complex organisations, ideally through a payroll or HR systems transformation
• Proficiency with process modelling tools (Visio, Signavio, ARIS, or similar)
• Familiarity with payroll or HRIS platforms (Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, ADP, Chris21/iChris, or similar) highly regarded
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience with both Agile and Waterfall methodologies
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required

If you're interested in this opportunity and feel you're the right fit please click "apply" or contact Abbie Goodison ([email protected]).

About Allura Partners
Allura Partners was founded to support private equity firms by placing C-Suites to lead, transform, and scale portfolio companies. Today, in addition to our proven private equity specialisation, we've become a trusted partner for major ASX-listed and private enterprises in Australia, offering executive search, recruitment, and business transformation. Known for integrity, reliability, and results, our expertise spans Executive Search, Accounting & Finance, Transformation & Change, and Technology & Digital. We connect businesses and top-tier talent, exceeding expectations and driving lasting impact.