Project Manager - Payroll / Finance Systems

Job title : Project Manager - Payroll / Finance Systems
Location : Brisbane
Job type : Contract or Temp
Salary : $945/day + super
Contact name : Shane Driver
Contact email : sdriver@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : 1588077
We are currently partnering with a large QLD Government Agency to recruit a Project Manager on a day rate contract through till the 21st December 2025
 
This division manages enterprise ICT solutions, including Workforce Management, Rostering, Payroll (SAP S/4HANA), Finance, and Logistics systems. The program focuses on migrating from on-premises infrastructure to cloud-based solutions, ensuring long-term efficiency and scalability.
As a Project Manager, you will lead and deliver complex ICT transformation projects, working closely with Corporate Enterprise Solutions teams and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • End-to-end project management, ensuring on-time delivery of ICT solutions
    Managing governance, risk, and issue resolution to achieve successful outcomes
  • Overseeing stakeholder engagement across internal teams and external vendors
  • Leading benefits realisation strategies, ensuring projects drive business value
    Providing expert advice on technology roadmaps and solution designs
  • Monitoring and reporting on project performance, budgets, and compliance
  • Mentoring multidisciplinary teams and promoting a collaborative team culture
    Developing business cases to secure funding for ICT initiatives
Skills & Experience
  • 7–10 years of ICT Project Management experience 
  • Strong background in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), particularly HR, Payroll, and Rostering solutions
  • Proven ability to manage multiple interrelated projects within a larger program
    Deep understanding of complex system integrations and cloud migration
    High-level experience in stakeholder management, scheduling, and risk mitigation
  • Ability to work within a structured program with multiple PMs
Highly Desirable:
  • Experience with SAP S/4HANA, ERP, or large-scale cloud transformation
  • Strong leadership skills to drive collaboration and decision-making
  • Ability to influence and build relationships through face-to-face stakeholder engagement
  • Certifications in PRINCE2, ITIL, Agile, or SAFe
If you are Brisbane based and are keen to be considered please apply online with a copy of your CV in word format