Senior Payroll Consultant

EY; Chennai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness packages

Premium benefits

Learning opportunities

Job summary

EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) India, People Consulting, Payroll – Senior Consultant, is seeking experienced professionals to lead Payroll transformation programs for global clients. You will collaborate with EY member firms and GDS teams to ensure high-quality, compliant deliverables across regions.

Ideal candidates have 5–9 years in payroll consulting, with 2+ years in global payroll advisory, and hold an MBA or Finance/HR master’s degree.

Qualifications

• 5–9 years of payroll consulting or payroll operations experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in global payroll advisory or global payroll delivery models.
• Master’s degree in Finance / HR or full-time MBA; professional certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead payroll transformation programs for global clients in collaboration with GDS teams.
• Work on global client projects as part of a distributed, multidisciplinary team.
• Ensure quality, timeliness, accuracy, and compliance of all deliverables.
• Provide domain expertise across Payroll inputs, gross-to-net processing, remittances, and compliance.
• Develop thought leadership, tools, and accelerators to enhance payroll advisory offerings.

Skills

Payroll domain

Global payroll

Excel

PowerPoint

Client communication

Education

MBA

Tools

ADP

SAP

Workday

PeopleSoft

Job description

People Consulting-Payroll-Senior At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. EY- GDS India – People Consulting, Payroll – Senior Consultant At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world.

About Global Delivery Services Global Delivery Services refers to EY's worldwide network of service delivery centers. The GDS team plays an important role in EY’s strategy by ensuring effective support to EY’s growth agenda. Our journey started in 2002 with approximately 200 people. Today we stand at 80,000+ professionals in ten locations around the world. We operate in Argentina, China, Hungary, India, Philippines, Poland, Sri Lanka, Mexico, Spain and the United Kingdom. Client service is focused on providing Consulting, Assurance, Tax, Strategy & Transactions, and Knowledge support to our clients around the world. The teams enable account teams worldwide to provide seamless, high-quality, value-added support, helping deliver exceptional client service. Enablement Services provides cost-effective, high-skilled, and innovative services to support EY’s global and local enablement teams. Markets, BMC, AWS, Finance and Accounting, Risk Management, Procurement, People Shared Services, IT Service Delivery and IT Global Infrastructure services, are among the services offered by Enablement Services. The team brings the desired environment, technologies and skilled teams together for facilitation, rapid prototyping and innovative thinking. The competencies offered include analytics, digital, user experience, mobile technology, infrastructure, Microsoft technologies and open innovation. The team brings the desired environment, technologies and skilled teams together for facilitation, rapid prototyping and innovative thinking. The competencies offered include analytics, digital, user experience, mobile technology, infrastructure, Microsoft technologies and open innovation.

The Opportunity We are looking for Senior Consultants with expertise in Payroll to join the People Consulting team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be a part of a leading global professional services organisation whilst being instrumental in the growth of the People Consulting team.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Leverage experience in the payroll domain to deliver Payroll transformation programs for global clients, in collaboration with other GDS teams and EY member firms
• Work on global client projects as part of a globally distributed, multidisciplinary team.
• Ensure quality, timeliness, accuracy, and compliance of all deliverables
• Provide domain expertise across multiple Payroll service areas such as Payroll Inputs, Gross-to-Net processing, Payroll remittances, Statutory compliance, Garnishments, Workforce management, and post-payroll reporting
• Be recognised as a subject matter expert in one or more areas of the Payroll domain
• Support development of thought leadership, collateral, tools, accelerators, methodologies and assets to enhance payroll advisory and broader workforce capability offerings within the practice
• Support design and build of AI / GenAI / Agentic AI proof-of-concepts, accelerators, and automation use cases within the Payroll practice
• Drive effective client communication and delivery cadence; build strong relationships with clients and project counterparts across global locations.
• Proactively manage risks and ensure excellent client and stakeholder feedback

Skills and attributes for success

High integrity, strong work ethic, and commitment to thriving in a dynamic and evolving environment Ability to manage ambiguity, demonstrate structured problem-solving, and proactively identify improvement opportunities Strong communication, storytelling, and presentation skills (written and verbal) Cross-cultural awareness and ability to work effectively across geographies and time zones High energy levels, agility, adaptability, and continuous learning mindset Open to national and international travel for client engagements as approved under EY and country-specific travel advisory guidelines

To qualify for the role

• 5–9 years of experience in Payroll consulting and/or payroll operations
• Minimum 2 years of experience in global payroll advisory or global payroll delivery models
• Master’s degree in Finance / HR or full-time MBA
• Hands‑on experience delivering payroll implementation, transformation or optimization programs as part of a global distributed team
• Prior experience working in a consulting or professional services environment
• Strong understanding of one or more payroll technology platforms such as ADP, SAP, Workday, PeopleSoft, Oracle or equivalent systems
• Ideally, you’ll also have Strong technical knowledge of end-to-end payroll processes, controls, and downstream integrations
• Strong analytical skills along with proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; exposure to data analytics and dashboarding tools is an advantage
• Experience in process mapping and documentation using Visio or equivalent process design tools
• Expertise in creating SOPs, global process documentation, work instructions, and control narratives
• Active involvement in end-to-end payroll implementation, transformation, or stabilization programs
• Exposure to workforce or HR transformation initiatives enabled by cloud and digital technologies
• Experience in policy reviews, current-state payroll assessments, vendor evaluations and selections, global payroll process design, and implementation support
• Hands‑on experience in payroll automation initiatives including RPA, workflow automation, and exception management
• Working knowledge of global payroll platforms such as ADP (GlobalView, Workforce Now), SAP, Workday, Oracle/PeopleSoft products, with participation in multi–workstream global transformation programs
• FPC, CPP, PMP or other payroll related certifications will be an added advantage
• Experience working closely with global payroll vendors such as ADP, SAP, Workday and third‑party payroll providers

What we look for

Professionals who are independent, self‑motivated, proactive, results‑oriented and able to provide a high level of customer satisfaction through the delivery of world‑class support services. Apart from day‑to‑day activities, the candidate is expected to be involved in strategic planning to grow the team. Technical experts with commercial acumen, relevant experiences and high degree of enthusiasm to adapt and learn in a fast‑moving environment. Professionals who are willing to work in an environment of continual professional development, drive to take on new responsibilities and projects and work experiences with clients across geographies.

What we offer you

At EY, we’ll develop you with future‑focused skills and equip you with world‑class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Are you ready to shape your future with confidence?

To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability‑related adjustments or accommodations you may need.

Our Commitment

As a commitment, we persistently endeavour to embody our values, fulfil our purpose, and champion inclusiveness. Our dedication is to cultivate EY into an environment where diverse perspectives are celebrated, creating a supportive atmosphere for individuals to authentically be themselves and contribute their utmost.

Professional Development

From entry‑level employees to senior leaders, we believe in continuous learning. We offer opportunities to build new skills, take on leadership roles, and connect and grow through mentorship.

People and Culture

In our dynamic workplace, diversity, equity, and inclusiveness are ingrained in our culture. We're united by a commitment to create an environment where every individual's differences are valued, practices are equitable, fostering a sense of belonging.

Benefits

Embark on a transformative career journey with us and indulge in a suite of premium benefits, encompassing exclusive health and wellness packages, enticing rewards, and cutting‑edge learning opportunities that empower you to continually grow and excel in your professional and personal development.

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