SAP SuccessFactors EC Payroll Consultant

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Auckland; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Auckland is seeking an SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll Consultant to drive HR Transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess experience in payroll implementation and HR technology, managing projects to enhance client operations. A competitive salary and flexible work arrangements are offered, fostering a culture that embraces diversity and talent development.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• A relevant Degree or Qualification in Business/Commerce, HR, HR Technology, or Information Systems.
• Experience with HR/Payroll systems and HR processes.
• Certification in SuccessFactors Employee Central and Payroll.
• Minimum 3 end-to-end SuccessFactors implementations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver HR Transformation projects enhancing client change experience.
• Implement and configure SuccessFactors Payroll per client needs.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables effectively.

Skills

HR Technology understanding

Client engagement

Payroll deployment planning

Data migration

Education

Degree in Business/Commerce or related fields

Certification in SuccessFactors Employee Central and Payroll

Tools

SuccessFactors

Project management software

Job description

Overview

Location: Auckland

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: 23 Sept 2025

Requisition ID: 1641312

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.

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Role

SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central (EC) Payroll Consultant - People Consulting – HR Transformation

With your contribution and my contribution, together we will thrive.

Hei Oranga Iwi | The opportunity

Join our dynamic HR Transformation team in New Zealand, where we are dedicated to helping organisations transform their HR & People functions through innovative technology solutions.

Responsibilities

• Create innovative insights for clients, adapting methods and practices to fit project needs
• Use your knowledge and implementation experience to shape our services to meet client needs
• Use expertise to manage and deliver HR Transformation projects across various sectors, enhancing the change experience for diverse organisations.
• Leverage your previous HR Technology experience to develop and deliver fit-for-purpose analysis, recommendations, solutions, reports, presentations, and other project deliverables
• Implement and configure SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll to meet client requirements and business processes.
• Conduct workshops to gather business requirements and provide best practice recommendations.
• Develop and document functional specifications, solution designs, and configuration workbooks
• Collaborate with cross-functional and technical teams to ensure seamless integration with other SuccessFactors modules and third-party systems.
• Provide advanced-level support and troubleshooting for complex issues related to Employee Central and Payroll.
• Provide advanced – level advice and guidance on payroll deployment approach and planning
• Perform data migration and validation activities to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, and client expectations to ensure successful project delivery.
• Stay updated with the latest SuccessFactors releases and enhancements and provide recommendations for system improvements.

Qualifications

• A relevant Degree or Qualification in Business/Commerce, HR, HR Technology, or Information Systems
• Experience working with different HR/Payroll systems and HR processes including process review and design
• Certification in SuccessFactors Employee Central and Employee Central Payroll at a minimum
• Completion of a minimum 3 end-to-end SuccessFactors implementations

Ideally

• Understanding of HR Technology related business challenges and how to improve people and business experience
• Proven experience designing and configuring the Australian Payroll to ensure compliance with the state and national payroll legislation
• Experience working in diverse team teams and/or project management activities on large projects
• Consulting experience, including the ability to engage clients and colleagues at all levels and facilitate client discussions and workshops
• Proven ability to manage stakeholders and relationships effectively.

What we offer you

At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

• Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences www.ey.com/nz/careerdevelopment
• Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.
• A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally www.ey.com/nz/benefits
• Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.

Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are, how we work and how we live our values. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at [e-mail] or [phone] (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.

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