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Product Owner / Business Analyst (Payroll and HR Software)

SaltMelbourne, Melbourne🇦🇺Australia

Why this role stands out

Step into a pivotal role with a long-standing industry leader where you will shape the future of payroll software while enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid work environment. This position is perfect for a detail-oriented professional who thrives on turning complex legislative requirements into impactful product solutions. With a competitive salary package and a culture that values expertise, this is an outstanding opportunity to advance your career and make a lasting mark on a trusted Australian platform.

Quick overview

SalaryA$90k - A$100k/yr
SeniorityMid Senior
Employment typeFull Time
Work modeHybrid
LocationMelbourne, Melbourne, Australia
Stakeholder ManagementPayroll

Job description

Join an established Australian software company that has been delivering innovative business software solutions for over 45 years. As the business continues to grow and evolve its payroll platform to meet changing legislative requirements and client needs, an exciting newly created opportunity has become available for a Payroll Product Owner / Business Analyst to play a key role in shaping the future.

About the Role

Working closely with product, development, payroll operations and key stakeholders, you will translate legislative requirements into product enhancements, manage compliance-driven initiatives and help shape the future roadmap of the platform.

It's an opportunity to become the go-to expert for payroll compliance and product excellence.

What You will Be Doing
  • Monitor and interpret changes to Australian payroll legislation and ATO compliance requirements.
  • Drive compliance initiatives across Single Touch Payroll (STP), SuperStream, Payday Super and related reporting obligations.
  • Translate legislative and business requirements into clear user stories and product enhancements.
  • Own and prioritise the payroll compliance product backlog.
  • Perform testing and quality assurance for new product releases.
  • Partner with internal teams and strategic external partners to deliver best-in-class payroll solutions.
  • Support payroll operations with expert guidance on compliance and product functionality.
  • Develop knowledge articles, documentation and training materials to keep internal teams informed and empowered.
About You
  • Ideally you will have: Experience as a Business Analyst or Payroll Systems Specialist.
  • Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation and ATO compliance.
  • Hands-on experience with STP, SuperStream, Payday Super and payroll reporting requirements.
  • The ability to translate legislation into practical business and product outcomes.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
  • Experience in creating documentation, user guides or delivering training.
  • A background in payroll, HR technology, fintech or bookkeeping will be highly regarded.
Benefits
  • Be part of a growing Australian HR technology business.
  • Influence the direction of an evolving payroll platform.
  • Hybrid working environment with flexibility.
  • Well established and growing company
  • Offering $90-$100K + super
  • Parking available and near public transport

At Salt, our mission is Creating Futures by putting our clients, candidates, partners, and team members at the heart of everything we do. We extend our sincere appreciation to everyone who has contributed to our continued success.

Salt acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands across Australia as the continuing custodians of country and culture. We pay our respects to all First Nations Australians and their Elders past and present.

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