Consulting - Payroll Advisory- Senior Consultant

People Consulting – Payroll Advisory – Senior Consultant

Join EY as a Senior Consultant in our People Consulting – Payroll Advisory team. We’re all in to shape your future with confidence.

Location:

Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Irvine, Los Angeles, McLean, Metropark, Minneapolis, New York, Charlotte, Philadelphia, Portland, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, Seattle, Washington.

Managing global work forces is increasingly complex. As a member of the People Consulting team you’ll be part of a talented group of professionals helping clients with HR technical strategies, HRIS selection and management, and business model assessments to better engage digital consumers. You may also be required to manage the preparation, processing, and administration of payroll to improve cost and risk.

• Serve as a key resource on large‑scale system related projects.
• Deliver quality client service, insightful solutions, and balance multiple priorities.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and lead new teams.
• Establish strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.

• Demonstrate technical competence and a business‑driven approach to solving complex client challenges.
• Contribute to profitable revenue through identifying follow‑on engagement opportunities and developing lasting client relationships.
• Encourage collaboration and promote an inclusive working environment.
• Prepare proposals and deliver presentations for business development and client pursuit activities.

• Relevant professional experience, including previous work with a Big‑4, global management consultancy, niche consultancy, or an in‑house role involved in large‑scale projects.
• 3‑4 years of prior experience.
• Personal success in current role with experience in one or more of our capabilities.
• Willingness to travel as needed and comfortable working in a hybrid environment (average of three (3) days per week at a client site or within an EY office).
• Bachelor’s degree and relevant post‑graduate qualification.

• Project management experience with global or multi‑national payroll projects.
• Global payroll consulting experience and knowledge of technology vendors (ADP, People Soft/Oracle, SAP, Workday) and related solutions.
• Large‑scale project management experience.
• Strong analytical abilities with proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

We’re interested in professionals who drive new responsibilities and projects, speak up with creative ideas, and have the confidence to succeed across geographies. The role offers a pivotal experience within a focused expat tax team.

• Competitive compensation: base salary $100,600‑$165,900 for U.S. locations, with higher ranges for New York City, Washington State, and California.
• Comprehensive benefits: medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and generous paid time off.
• Hybrid working model: most client‑serving roles work in person 40‑60% of the time.
• Flexible vacation policy and support for paid holidays, breaks, and personal leaves.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

EY accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis.

EY focuses on high‑ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities.

EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law. EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans with disabilities.