Senior Consultant Payroll Advisory - People Consulting - HR Transformation

 

In your career, will you tick all the right boxes or think outside them?  

 

At EY we believe that whoever you are, your uniqueness helps us stand apart. 

 

We bring together extraordinary people, like you, to build a better working world. 

 

What’s in it for you?   

We are a growing and energised team. Joining now means being able to seize the opportunities that accompany that growth and shape the future of this fast-growing practice.  You’ll work with people who inspire and bring out the best in you, develop new and different skillsets with access to the latest digital tools and technology platforms. You’ll experience our diverse and inclusive culture. We believe that only the highest-performing teams that maximise the power of different perspectives can succeed in this fast-changing environment.

 

The role: 
We are seeking a seasoned Senior Consultant to join our People Consulting team, focusing on delivering exceptional HRT Payroll Advisory and Transformation services. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in facilitating business to transform their HR and Payroll functions from strategy, operating model design, through to implementation and change management support. This role requires collaboration with our global network of high-performing teams to accelerate value alignment and support our clients through significant change efforts.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Create innovative insights for clients, adapting methods and practices to fit project needs Use your knowledge experience to shape our services to meet client needs Leverage your previous HR Technology experience to develop and deliver fit-for-purpose analysis, recommendations, technology solutions, reports, presentations and other project deliverables Provide expert advice on payroll best practices, compliance, and regulatory requirements. Support clients in implementing payroll policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Collaborate with HR, finance, and IT teams to ensure seamless integration of payroll systems and processes. Manage payroll-related projects which could include system upgrades, implementations, and process improvements. Understand payroll data and work with clients on best practise reports to support decision-making and strategic planning. Stay current with changes in payroll legislation and be up to date on compliance requirements with local, state, and federal regulations. Provide training and support to clients and internal teams on payroll processes and systems. Troubleshoot and resolve complex payroll issues, providing solutions and recommendations to clients. Engage with our global EY network to provide expert transformation advice. Define and measure success metrics to monitor transformation progress. Contribute to the development of proposals and tender responses. Work on challenging projects across a diverse range of issues and industries Work as part of an experienced team that will give you direct access to talented leaders to guide engagement delivery and support your development Support team growth and practice investment through active participation in development activities. Be an active member of the practice, fostering integration and high performance within the team. Innovate and contribute ideas to expand service offerings and drive positive client impact.

 

What we’re looking for 

 

Here’s our ‘wish list’ but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. We’re interested in your strengths, what you want to learn, and how far you want to go. 

A relevant Degree or Qualification in Business/Commerce, HR, HR Technology or Information Systems Understanding the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring process recommendations are accurate and support timely payroll execution for clients. Experience working with different HR systems and Payroll processes including process review and design Understanding of HR and Payroll Technology related business challenges and how to improve people and business experience with understanding of AI an advantage Experience working with teams and/or project management activities on large projects Proven ability to manage stakeholders and relationships effectively.

 

Our roles can be adjusted to work flexibly with the potential of reduced hours to balance your time between the home and office. Please speak with us about potential options.

 

What we can offer you 

 

Explore how a career at EY is yours to build at www.ey.com/au/careerdevelopment 

Discover how, when and where you can work at www.ey.com/au/flexibility 

Learn about our commitment to DE&I at www.ey.com/au/diversity-inclusiveness 

Discover the various ways our benefits can cater to your needs, across wellness, financial wellbeing, and family-friendly policies which include 26 weeks gender neutral paid parental leave at www.ey.com/au/benefits  

We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.

 

Acknowledgement of Country 

 

EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation at www.ey.com/au/reconciliation 

 

Apply now… we’re over 9,000 perspectives in Australia and we’re ready to welcome yours.  

  
Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are, how we work and how we live our values. We hold a collective commitment to continue to drive an environment where all differences are valued, practices are equitable, and everyone experiences a sense of belonging— where people are inspired to team and lead inclusively in their interactions every day. 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 contactrecruitment@au.ey.com or +61 3 8650 7788 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential. 

 

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Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third-party provider.