SAP System Admin Manager - Payroll Operate Services

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The opportunity

As part of our ongoing growth strategy, we are in search of a talented SAP System Administrator who is eager for career advancement and growth to join our dynamic team. In close collaboration with our SAP Implementation team, you will be instrumental in facilitating the seamless migration of payroll systems from Preceda to SAP. This transition is critical for enhancing our clients' payroll capabilities and ensuring compliance with industry standards. You will support the configuration for a variety of clients across different sectors and complexities. Following the migration, this role will involve direct client engagement, where you will provide expert guidance on all payroll-related matters. This dynamic position offers the opportunity to establish and enhance new procedures and processes while fostering relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

This is a hybrid position based in Warrang – Sydney. Our roles can potentially be adjusted to work flexibly with reduced hours. Please speak with us about potential options.

Your key responsibilities

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Lead end-to-end payroll implementation projects, leveraging expertise to support the Senior Manager of Payroll Operations Services and guide clients through implementation processes.

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Oversee the transition from Preceda to SAP, including migration planning, payroll configuration, testing, validation, and compliance requirements.

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Manage multiple client projects, coordinating with offshore and SAP transition teams to ensure successful onboarding, configuration, and delivery within scope.

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Build strong client and team relationships by acting as a key liaison, fostering collaboration, providing coaching, and proactively addressing challenges with innovative solutions.

Skills and attributes for success

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Deliver end-to-end payroll implementation projects, including requirements gathering, project planning, execution, and post-implementation support.

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Configure and customise SuccessFactors Employee Central and Payroll solutions, including data migration, validation, troubleshooting, and compliance management.

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Manage client relationships, project timelines, deliverables, and expectations to achieve successful implementation outcomes.

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Stay current with SuccessFactors enhancements while mentoring junior consultants and supporting client capability development.

What we offer you

At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. We’re proud to be recognised as the #1 WORK180 Endorsed Employer in the Top 101 Employers for Women 2026. 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 ey.com/au/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 up to 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/au/benefits

• Salary: 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 ey.com/en_au/careers/indigenous

Inclusiveness is core to who we are and how we work together, driving value for our people and for our business. 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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