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Implementation Consultant - Payroll

05/05/2026
02/06/2026
Permanent - Full Time
Melbourne or Sydney
HR & Recruitment,IT
 

Who we are…

Founded in 2002, ELMO Software is the trusted provider of HR technology solutions to 2,000+ mid-sized organisations and more than one million end users across Australia and New Zealand.With a comprehensive suite of ISO-certified solutions that span the full employee lifecycle, ELMO Software is designed to scale as organisations grow. Flexible and configurable, ELMO’s one-stop HRIS fits to your specific needs and workflows.Through powerful technology, automation, data and analytics, ELMO Software empowers HR professionals to play an integral role in company decision making.

Life & Culture...

At ELMO you will be joining an epic team with the opportunity to make a big impact. We foster an authentic, collaborative, fun working environment and being an ELMOnian means you're part of an amazing team that will push you to grow, support you with challenges and allow you to shine. Some of our benefits include:

  • Hybrid work set up
  • Paid Parental leave - 12 weeks primary, 6 weeks secondary
  • Birthday leave, YOU day each year, as well as connecting people leave (up to 2 weeks working from anywhere)
  • Inhouse Learning and Development initiatives
  • ELMO Social and Diversity clubs
  • Wellbeing initiatives such as boot camp, yoga etc.
  • Mental Health/EAP programs
  • Flare Benefits (great discounts, novated leasing, salary sacrifice)

Our values:

  • Reimagine What's Possible - We believe innovation is human at its core. By staying open, fearless, and adaptive, we continuously push boundaries - while keeping people at the heart of everything we do.
  • Obsess over Customers – Everything we do is designed to positively impact our customers.
  • Help Others Thrive - Be they colleagues, communities or customers, we champion ways to help others thrive.
  • Be Fearlessly Optimistic - We bring unwavering positivity to any challenge, as we know it will drive meaningful change.

Please note: Our internal Talent Acquisition team has got this covered, we’re not open to using an agency for this role.

Job Description

The Implementation Consultant – Payroll/RTA plays a key role in delivering and optimising ELMO’s Payroll and RTA solutions. You’ll build strong product and domain expertise to configure solutions that meet client needs and drive success.

You’ll manage 12+ projects at a time, contribute to ongoing system development, and continuously grow your skills in the HR and payroll space.

What you’ll do...

  • Deliver end-to-end implementations of ELMO’s Payroll and Rostering, Time & Attendance solutions.
  • Configure systems based on client requirements, aligning with ELMO standards and timelines.
  • Manage multiple client projects (12+), ensuring milestones are met and expectations are aligned.
  • Build strong client relationships and guide them through the configuration and go-live process.
  • Conduct troubleshooting and provide systems support, escalating technical issues as needed.
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation for all implementations and configurations.
  • Contribute to process improvements and enhancements across Payroll and RTA systems.
  • Ensure compliance with ELMO’s quality and information security standards.

 

Desired Skills and Experience

What we would like you to bring to the team...

  • Platform Expertise: Previous experience implementing Definitiv Payroll is considered a significant plus.
  • Domain Knowledge: Solid understanding of Payroll, Rostering, and Time & Attendance systems.
  • Professional Background: Previous experience in software implementation or consulting, preferably within a talent or payroll tech environment.
  • Project Leadership: Strong stakeholder and project management skills with a proven ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Problem Solving: High attention to detail and a confident, proactive troubleshooting mindset.
  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for various stakeholders.
  • Culture Fit: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment.
  • Education: An undergraduate degree is preferred, though relevant industry experience is highly valued.

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ELMO Software Pty Ltd is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to join our team. We are also committed to advancing reconciliation at ELMO through our Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).

At ELMO, we are passionate about empowering HR with responsible, secure and safe AI, aiming to be among the first in Australia and New Zealand to achieve ISO 42001:2023 certification. Handling sensitive employee data necessitates strict adherence to our ISO 27001:2022 Certified security policies, making data privacy and security paramount in every role.

 

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