When you join KPMG Ireland, you are joining a community of over 4,200 employees who collectively work together, both in person and virtually, to achieve their full potential. 

We are known as an organisation who want you to come as you are and do work that truly matters. Joining KPMG Ireland is an opportunity to enhance your career, not only in the work that you enjoy doing, but equally through the global connections that you make, the lifelong learning that you can accomplish and the chance to make your mark.

Are you our next SAP ECP Consultant – Ireland/UK Payroll?

Location: Dublin, as part of our hybrid working model.

Grade: Associate Director/Director

Contract type: Permanent

A snapshot of your peer group:

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in SAP HCM/ECP with at least 2 full-cycle implementations of ECP.
• Strong knowledge of Ireland and/or UK payroll legislation, statutory payments, and reporting.
• Experience with SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central integration.
• Proficient in payroll configuration including schemas, rules, wage types, and PCRs.
• Ability to troubleshoot payroll issues and provide effective solutions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working in a client-facing consulting environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• SAP Certification in ECP or SuccessFactors EC.
• Experience with BIB (Business Integration Builder) and Point-to-Point Integration.
• Familiarity with GDPR and data privacy regulations in payroll processing.
• Experience in working with multinational clients or shared service environments.

Your responsibilities and achievements will evolve as you enhance your career with us. Here is what you can initially expect:

• Lead and support SAP ECP implementations for Ireland/UK payroll.
• Configure payroll schemas, rules, wage types, and other payroll elements.
• Collaborate with SAP SuccessFactors EC consultants to ensure seamless integration.
• Conduct payroll testing, parallel runs, and reconciliation.
• Provide post-go-live support and issue resolution.
• Liaise with clients to gather requirements and provide expert guidance.
• Prepare functional specifications and work with technical teams for custom developments.
• Ensure compliance with local payroll legislation and statutory reporting.
• Train end-users and provide documentation.

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Benefits Tailored for You

At KPMG, we understand that life is multifaceted. That’s why we offer a flexible benefits package designed to support your unique lifestyle. Our benefits include:

• Discounted Health Insurance: Prioritise your well-being with our health insurance options.
• Additional Annual Leave: Purchase extra leave to spend more time with friends and family or to travel.
• Enhanced Family Leave: Enjoy more time with your family with our generous leave options.
• Emergency Childcare Cover: For times when your regular childcare plans fall through
• Social Events: Connect and network with colleagues through our engaging social events.
• Early Finish Fridays: Start your weekends early on bank holidays and during the summer.
• Relocation Assistance: Smooth your transition if you’re moving to Ireland.
• Learning & Development: Access our extensive supports, including LinkedIn Learning, to grow your skills.

We also offer a variety of flexible working options to help you balance your professional and personal life.

Career Progression with Continuous Support

From the moment you join KPMG, you’ll receive dedicated support from your performance manager to enhance your skills. Our award-winning Business School provides continuous learning opportunities to deepen your expertise.

We stand out as the only Big Four firm to announce promotions four times a year, offering you frequent opportunities for career advancement.

Commitment to Inclusion & Diversity

Inclusion, diversity, and equity are at the heart of KPMG. We celebrate diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we’re committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment at every level. Our goal is to attract and retain the best talent by building a culture where everyone can achieve their potential. Learn more about our commitment here - https://kpmg.com/ie/en/home/about/inclusion-diversity-equity.html 

Ready to Join Us?

If you meet most of the criteria, we encourage you to apply by submitting your CV. KPMG is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from people of all backgrounds. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process if needed. Necessary arrangements can be made at interview stage to accommodate the needs of candidates with disabilities.

For any specific queries about the role, please contact Shauna Maguire.

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Please note that agency assistance is not required for this position. 

By clicking apply to this role your application will not only be considered for this position, but your details will be stored on our database and may be considered for similar future positions that may arise. This means that the personal data contained in your application and provided to KPMG as part of the application process may be retained by us for up to 18 months from the date of your application and you hereby agree to that. If you do not wish your details to be stored on our recruitment database, please email careers@kpmg.ie stating this and we will ensure that such information is not stored other than for the purposes of this application