At Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS) we envision every student to be inspired and enabled to flourish and enrich the world. MACS is the largest Catholic school system in Australia. We own, govern and operate approximately 300 Catholic schools, employ over 17,000 staff and serve more than 118,000 students and their families in the Archdiocese of Melbourne. It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our recently launched strategic plan: MACS 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World . It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our strategic plan - MACS 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World that will help all MACS staff come together to make the most of what a Catholic education has to offer so that we have the greatest and most distinctive impact in our classrooms, staffrooms and schools communities. More details on the MACS strategy can be found here . WHY WORK FOR US? Professional development opportunities with a defined personalised annual budget Access to flexible working arrangements, which include working from home arrangements You will work in a tight-knit, supportive team to ensure you succeed in your role Employee Assistant Program (EAP) supported by Mental Health First Aiders in the workplace, providing a safe and caring environment to our staff and students The MACS Code of Conduct (the Code) embodies our collective commitment to fostering a positive and supportive work environment that prioritises the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone, inspired by our Catholic faith. We ask that all staff read and understand the Code and model the behaviours that are expected of us. Job Description This role will support Finance and Payroll projects within the Digital Reimagination (DRI) program, bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions. The Business Analyst will analyse requirements, optimise finance and payroll processes, and ensure ERP/HCM system configurations align with compliance and organisational objectives. Working closely with stakeholders, the role will drive process and system improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and regulatory compliance. Desired Skills and Experience Please note: this is a 12 month fixed-term role WHAT YOU WILL DO Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their needs and turning these into functional & technical specifications Bring in the functional expertise in the Finance & Payroll toolset that is being implemented where applicable Support the implementation partner through the configuration of the Finance ERP and Payroll HCM modules according to the business requirements Perform solution testing to validate that the solution is built as per requirements and agreed design Support training team delivery to end-users and provide ongoing support to resolve issues Plan and coordinate testing efforts, including user acceptance testing, to validate that the implemented solutions effectively address business needs Contribute to the data migration strategy from legacy systems to the new ERP ABOUT YOU Proven experience as a Business Analyst with end-to-end SDLC implementation ideally with a finance ERP or Payroll HCM Domain knowledge of the finance and payroll functions in the education sector Knowledge of various ERP modules such as GL, AP, AR, Invoicing and Billing and various HCM modules such as Payroll Skills in data analysis and reporting tools Strong knowledge of agile methodologies, user stories, backlog management, and sprint planning Strong documentation skills, and familiar with artifacts create along the project lifecycle. HOW TO APPLY Please refer to the position description for further details about the role and the Key Selection Criteria. Click APPLY to submit your application. If you have any queries about this role, they can be directed to our HR team by email recruitment@macs.vic.edu.au You will need to provide: 1. An up to-date Resume and 2. A cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria, limited to two pages Note: MACS is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care. The successful candidate must hold or acquire and maintain a Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) and/or Working with Children Check and must be willing to obtain and maintain a National Criminal History Check. Candidates must hold full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this. Privacy Collection Notice – Job Applicants MACS collects your Personal information to assess your application and suitability for employment. By submitting your Personal information, you consent to the use and disclosure of your Personal information for the purpose of being considered for employment at MACS. Applicants can withdraw their applications at any time during the recruitment process For further details, please see the full Privacy Collection Notice here APPLICATIONS CLOSE : 4.00pm Friday, 5 September 2025
