Senior Test Analyst / UKG SME

Mater • Town of Newstead, NY

8h • $124,394 - $133,248 • Onsite

About The Position

Mater is seeking an experienced Senior Test Analyst / UKG Subject Matter Expert
(SME) to join our major UKG Pro Workforce Management implementation. This is a
hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys complex testing, problem-solving, and
ensuring systems perform exactly as designed—particularly within payroll, time
and attendance, and workforce management environments.

The successful candidate will bring strong UKG platform knowledge and play a key
role in supporting testing activities, validating configuration, and providing
subject matter expertise across the implementation.

This is a maximum-term (up to 12 months), full-time role based at our Newstead
offices.

Salary range: $124,394 - $133,248 per annum plus superannuation
[https://www.ato.gov.au/tax-rates-and-codes/key-superannuation-rates-and-thresholds/super-guarantee]
and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900
[https://account.smartsalary.com.au/benefits-available?ercode=MML]  + access to
many staff benefits!
[https://www.mater.org.au/group/careers/working-with-mater]

Requirements

• A strong understanding of the full testing lifecycle and quality assurance methodologies
• Experience using test management and defect tracking tools such as Azure DevOps, Jira, or Quality Centre
• Proven experience working as a Test Analyst within complex system implementations
• UKG Pro / Kronos Workforce Management subject matter expertise, particularly across time and attendance, scheduling, and payroll integration
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes and support resolution
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both technical teams and business stakeholders
• Experience working with Workforce Management (WFM), HRIS, or payroll systems (highly desirable)
• A degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of award interpretation, pay rule logic, or payroll reconciliation processes (advantageous)
• Exposure to Time & Attendance, Payroll, or HRIS systems (Kronos / UKG Pro highly regarded)
• Experience working within the healthcare industry (desirable)

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed test cases and end-to-end test scenarios across the UKG WFM solution
• Ensure comprehensive test coverage across time capture, scheduling/rostering, award interpretation, leave management, payroll interfaces, and system integrations
• Provide UKG SME support to validate configuration, pay rules, and workforce management processes during design, build, and testing phases
• Support functional walkthroughs and solution validation with business stakeholders and SMEs
• Execute System Integration Testing (SIT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and Payroll Parallel testing cycles
• Log, track, and escalate defects using Azure DevOps, Jira, or similar defect management tools
• Provide clear and detailed defect evidence, including replication steps and payroll or operational impacts
• Support UAT coordination, including walkthroughs, test readiness activities, and execution tracking
• Work closely with business SMEs, DTI, and vendor teams to investigate and resolve issues
• Contribute to the development of the test strategy, identification of delivery risks, and continuous improvement of testing practices within the program
• Provide subject matter input to support configuration validation, solution design discussions, and operational readiness activities.

Benefits

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level