SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll - Senior Consultant/ Manager
EYC$65k-C$160k / yr
About the role
Lead multi-country SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll implementations, owning solution design, integrations, compliance, delivery, and senior stakeholder relationships. This senior role requires 10 years of SAP SuccessFactors consulting experience, at least three full-cycle Employee Central Payroll implementations, and SAP certification. You will also lead consultants and technical teams across onshore and offshore models. Toronto salary ranges are $65,000–$98,000 for Senior and $110,000–$160,000 for Manager.
We are seeking a Senior Consultant / Manager with deep expertise in SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll to join our HR Technology practice. This role is designed for professionals who can lead complex, multi-country payroll implementations, manage senior stakeholders, and ensure delivery excellence. You will be responsible for solution ownership, program leadership, and strategic advisory across industries.
This is not an entry-level or mid-level role. Only candidates with proven senior-level experience in SAP SuccessFactors Payroll will be considered.
This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within our organization.
Your Key Responsibilities
Client Leadership & Strategy
Act as the primary advisor to HR and Payroll leaders on SAP SuccessFactors Payroll strategy and execution.
Lead client workshops to define payroll architecture, compliance requirements, and operational models.
Translate business goals into scalable payroll solutions aligned with global and local regulations.
Implementation & Integration
Lead full-cycle implementations of SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll across multiple geographies.
Oversee configuration, data migration, testing, and deployment activities.
Ensure seamless integration with time tracking, finance, and third-party payroll systems.
Solution Ownership & Innovation
Own the end-to-end payroll solution design, including compliance, retro-calculations, off-cycle processing, and reporting.
Introduce leading practices from the SAP ecosystem and ensure alignment with statutory requirements.
Drive continuous improvement in payroll accuracy, automation, and user experience.
Program Delivery & Coordination
Manage cross-functional teams and offshore delivery models.
Maintain project timelines, risk mitigation plans, and stakeholder communications.
Ensure delivery meets contractual obligations and client expectations.
People Leadership
Lead and mentor payroll consultants and technical teams.
Promote accountability, knowledge-sharing, and professional development.
Change Enablement & Adoption
Partner with change management teams to support payroll transformation and user adoption.
Lead enablement sessions for payroll operations and HR teams.
Skills and Attributes for Success
Deep expertise in SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll.
Strong understanding of global payroll processes, compliance, and statutory reporting.
Proven experience leading large-scale payroll implementations.
Proficiency in payroll configuration, retroactive processing, and integrations.
Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
Ability to lead teams across onshore/offshore models.
To Qualify for the Role You Must Have
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in HR, IT, Business, or related field.
Minimum 10 years of experience in SAP SuccessFactors consulting.
Minimum 3 full-cycle implementations of Employee Central Payroll.
SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll certification.
Experience managing senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
Ideally, You’ll Also Have
Experience with SAP Time Management, WorkForce Software, or Kronos.
Familiarity with SAP HCM Payroll or third-party payroll engines.
Exposure to multi-country payroll environments and compliance frameworks.
What We Look For
You deliver with precision and confidence.
You lead teams that consistently exceed expectations.
You connect business strategy with technical execution.
You thrive in complex environments and do not require micromanagement.
EY reports salary ranges in accordance with applicable provincial pay transparency legislation. Individual salaries within the anticipated salary ranges noted below are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity, education, relevant experience, knowledge, and applicable skill sets.
Toronto Manager: $110,000 to $160,000
Toronto Senior: $65,000 to $98,000
London/Ottawa/Waterloo Manager: $104,500 to $154,500
London/Ottawa/Waterloo Senior: $58,500 to $88,500