Exhibit 23.1

CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

We consent to the incorporation by reference in the following Registration Statements:

Form	Registration Number	Prospectus
S-3/A	333-266021	Guaranteed Accumulation Account
S-3	333-266021	Guaranteed Accumulation Account
S-3	333-255015	Voya Multi-Rate Annuity
S-3	333-255013	Voya Multi-Rate Annuity
S-3	333-255012	Voya Guaranteed Account
S-3	333-255011	Voya Select Rate
S-3	333-255010	Voya Guaranteed Account
S-3	333-255000	Voya Select Multi-Index 5 & 7

of our reports dated March 9, 2023, with respect to the consolidated financial statements and schedules of Voya Retirement Insurance and Annuity Company included in this Annual Report (Form 10-K) for the year ended December 31, 2022.

/s/ Ernst & Young LLP

San Antonio, Texas

March 9, 2023