Manager - Advisory - TASI

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KPMG Australia is seeking a Manager in Advisory to lead Aurion HR and payroll engagements, guiding solution design, configuration and delivery across implementations and transformations in Workforce Management Solutions. You will act as the technical lead for Aurion, design complex payroll elements, troubleshoot issues, ensure compliance with Australian payroll legislation, and manage multiple engagements with strong governance and risk management. To apply, tailor your resume to demonstrate hands on Aurion configuration, experience with multi-award or highly regulated environments, and a proven track record in stakeholder management and on-time delivery. Highlight measurable outcomes, collaboration with cross-team specialists, and the ability to translate technical concepts into client value while embracing KPMG’s flexible, inclusive culture.

Company Description

Where can a tech career at KPMG take you?
To a place where opportunity, innovation and collaboration come together.

Our Mid‑Market & Private, Tech team is helping clients accelerate their digital transformation journeys. We work with major technology partners, cutting‑edge tools and real‑world industry challenges—creating meaningful careers for tech professionals who want to grow, innovate and make a difference.

KPMG is a place where you can come as you are, learn for a lifetime and thrive as part of a global community.

About the KPMG’s Workforce Management Solutions team

KPMG’s Workforce Management Solutions team enables continuous business transformation by helping organisations leverage technology to improve efficiency, enhance compliance, and stay competitive in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. The team partners closely with clients to design, implement, and optimise workforce and payroll solutions that align with their strategic priorities and support their operational objectives.

Job Description

We are seeking a Manager who will act as a technical leader with deep expertise in Aurion, Australian payroll processing and system configuration. In this hands‑on role, you will lead solution design, configuration, issue resolution and delivery across implementations, enhancements and transformation projects.

Key Responsibility

• Serve as the technical lead and escalation point for Aurion HR & Payroll engagements.
• Lead requirements gathering, solution design and system configuration.
• Design and configure payroll elements including awards, allowances, leave, calendars and complex scenarios.
• Troubleshoot payroll issues and ensure accurate, compliant system configuration.
• Deliver Aurion implementations and technical workstreams on time and to scope.
• Support engagement planning, governance, reporting and risk management.
• Estimate effort accurately and support commercial management.
• Collaborate with other KPMG teams to deliver integrated workforce solutions.
• Build strong client relationships and contribute technical input to proposals.
• Validate data and support reconciliation across payroll cycles.
• Manage multiple engagements while maintaining high delivery standards

How are you extraordinary?

You are passionate about delivering high-quality payroll and workforce solutions that make a real impact for clients. You bring strong technical depth, paired with a pragmatic, client-focused approach.

To be successful in this role, your experience is likely to include:

• Strong hands‑on Aurion HR & Payroll configuration experience.
• Experience designing and supporting complex payroll environments (e.g., multi‑award or highly regulated).
• Background as a technical lead or senior specialist in consulting or enterprise payroll.
• Strong understanding of Australian payroll legislation and compliance.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and build strong stakeholder relationship

Additional Information

KPMG is a professional services firm with global outreach and deep sector experience. We work with clients across an array of industries to solve complex challenges, steer change and enable growth. 

Our people are what make KPMG the thriving workplace that it is and what sets us apart is that we know great minds think differently. Collaborate with a team of passionate, highly skilled professionals who’ve got your back. You’ll build relationships with unique and diverse colleagues who will provide you with the support you need to be your best and produce meaningful and impactful work in an inclusive, equitable culture.

At KPMG, you’ll take control over how you work. We’re embracing a new way of working in many ways, from offering flexible hours and locations to generous paid parental leave and career breaks. Our people enjoy a variety of exciting perks, including retail discounts, health and wellbeing initiatives, learning and growth opportunities, salary packaging options and more.

Diverse candidates have diverse needs. During your recruitment journey, information will be provided about adjustment requests. If you require additional support before submitting your application, please contact the Talent Attraction Support Team.

At KPMG every career is different, and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us.