Payroll Systems Analyst

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We are an inclusive team who power two of the most iconic and loved brands, Kmart and Target. We have more than 50,000 passionate individuals across our stores, distribution centres, and offices around the globe.

With our brands touching the lives of almost two million customers every week, you’ll feel the impact of the work you’ll do every day. As a leader in the retail market, we’re optimistic about our future and yours. We’re changing at a rapid rate, giving you challenging work that you’ll be proud of.

Join the team

Kmart is looking for a proactive Payroll Systems Analyst to join our team and play a key role in shaping and supporting our payroll systems. In this dynamic role, you'll ensure compliance with legislative changes, streamline business-as-usual operations, and provide first-level support across Payroll and Time & Attendance systems. You’ll work closely with the payroll team, test and optimize system functionality, and deliver valuable data insights to stakeholders across the People & Culture function.

What you’ll be doing

As a Payroll Systems Analyst at Kmart, you'll be:

• Documenting system changes across EC, ECP, Payglobal and UKG including solution designs and testing records for audit purposes.
• Supporting requirement gathering, testing (UAT and PVT), and post-implementation assurance for payroll system updates.
• Collaborating with vendors and internal teams to validate solution designs and ensure smooth rollouts.
• Ensuring compliance with governance standards and change management audit processes.
• Providing operational support during pay runs and remediation efforts across Australia and New Zealand.
• Coordinating and leading incident and change request reviews, including weekly management meetings with AMS.
• Driving system enhancements and process improvements, including automation of Spinifex reports within ECP.
• Acting as a key liaison between SF, Payroll, and business units to communicate changes and ensure alignment.

To be successful in this role you’ll have:

• Strong understanding of end-to-end payroll processes and Australian and New Zealand legislative requirements
• Experience managing and dealing with Payroll issues through to resolution.
• Demonstrated experience in payroll project delivery and change management frameworks.
• Experience or training in SpinifexIT – highly regarded
• SAP Certified Application Associate – highly regarded
• Strong working knowledge of Excel
• Thrives in high-volume, fast-paced settings with excellent organisation and time management.

Benefits we’ll offer you:

• Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy.  
• A team member discount card that gives you a discount at Kmart, Target, Officeworks and Bunnings 
• Access to the Kmart for You benefits program which entitles you to exclusive discounts and benefits in the areas of entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health – with over 60 suppliers!  
• We want you to feel rewarded for your commitment and hard work that's why eligible team members get the opportunity to participate in a bonus program 
• We offer inclusive parental leave, and ongoing support offered though our partnership with Circle In for team members of all backgrounds and family circumstances  
• A dynamic learning and support program 
• Opportunity to fast track your career through our Mentor Program as a Mentee or Mentor 
• A Kudos recognition program, where you are nominated by your peers to spin a wheel, to win a stack of cool prizes 
• Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group 

We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate. We are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all our team members can contribute and succeed. We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe, and strive to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and welcoming, with applications encouraged from all candidates.

We encourage you to tell us about any workplace adjustments that you would like, by emailing kmartgroupcareers@kmart.com.au

If you would like to explore a career with Kmart and this sounds like the perfect role for you – apply now!

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