SAP SuccessFactors EC Consultant

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

Nāu te rourou, nāku te rourou, ka ora ai te iwi

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.

• 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. 

We are looking for a SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll Managing Consultant to join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional HR and Payroll transformation services to our clients. As a SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP) Managing Consultant, you will play a key role in implementing SuccessFactors and payroll solutions for our clients. You will work closely with clients to understand their operational needs, design and configure SuccessFactors Employee Central (EC) and EC Payroll modules, and ensure successful project delivery. Your expertise will help organisations streamline their HR processes, improve employee experiences, and achieve their strategic HR and people goals.

This is a hybrid position and is based in our Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland).

Ko Tō Rourou | Your key 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.

Ngā Pūkenga | Skills and attributes for success

• 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, you’ll also have the skills and attributes below but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. We’re interested in your aptitude, attitude and willingness to learn.

• 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. 

Ko Taku Rourou | 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 contactrecruitment@au.ey.com or +61 3 8650 7788 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.

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