Payroll Project Specialist

12 Month Fixed-Term Contract

Why you'll love this role

Are you an experienced payroll professional who enjoys improving processes, solving problems and being involved in projects that make a real impact?

We're looking for a Payroll Project Specialist to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract, supporting a significant payroll and HR systems transformation. This role is ideal for someone with a strong payroll background who thrives on accuracy, enjoys working with data and systems, and is excited by the opportunity to contribute to business improvement initiatives.

Working closely with Payroll, HR, IT and external partners, you'll bring your payroll expertise to support key transformation activities while ensuring operational excellence remains front of mind.

If you're someone who can balance detail with big-picture thinking, confidently engage with stakeholders and manage competing priorities, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll do

- Support payroll operations and system-related activities, ensuring accuracy, compliance and strong attention to detail
- Assist with payroll system upgrades, enhancements and transformation initiatives
- Coordinate project activities including workshops, testing, payroll parallel runs, cutover planning and implementation support
- Support data migration, reconciliation and validation processes
- Maintain project documentation, schedules, action registers, RAID logs and status reporting
- Partner with Payroll, HR, IT, Operations and external vendors to manage requirements, risks, issues and solutions
- Assist with user acceptance testing and support the transition of new processes into BAU operations




- Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across payroll and systems

What you'll bring

- Proven payroll experience within a medium to large organisation
- Robust understanding of payroll processes, legislation, compliance requirements and payroll data management
- Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, data analysis and reconciliation
- Experience using Chris21 will be highly regarded
- Exposure to payroll system implementations, upgrades, migrations or transformation projects
- Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- A proactive, cooperative and solutions-focused approach

Be part of something bigger

Backing local brilliance is at the heart of what we do.

As Australia's leading wholesale distribution company, Metcash proudly supports independent retailers behind iconic brands including IGA, Foodland, Mitre 10, Total Tools, Cellarbrations and The Bottle-O.

When you join Metcash, you'll be part of a business that champions independent retailers and helps local communities thrive across Australia.





We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can bring their whole selves to work.

Extra reasons to join us

⚖️ Flexibility & Balance

Flex Ready and Family Friendly accredited employer with hybrid working arrangements designed to support work-life balance.

? Learning & Development

Access a range of development opportunities, learning resources and career pathways to help you continue growing.

?️ Team Member Benefits

Enjoy exclusive savings and discounts across a range of major retailers, supermarkets and lifestyle brands.

? Novated Leasing & Financial Benefits

Access a range of financial wellbeing initiatives, including novated leasing options.

? Wellbeing Support

Access health and wellbeing resources designed to support you both personally and professionally.

? Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Join a values-led organisation recognised for inclusion, wellbeing and pay equity, where collaboration and belonging matter.

Ready to Apply?

If you're a payroll professional who enjoys working with systems, data and continuous improvement initiatives, we'd love to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to combine your payroll expertise with exciting transformation work, while joining a collaborative team that genuinely values your contribution. Apply today and be part of a business that supports local communities, empowers independent retailers and offers opportunities to grow your career with one of Australia's leading organisations. ?

Please note: This role is being managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team. No agencies please.

📌 Payroll Project Specialist (Australia)
🏢 Metcash
📍 Australia