Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced SAP Payroll Consultant to join our SAP HCM team. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of SAP Payroll processes, schemas, and integration with other SAP HCM modules such as Time Management and Personnel Administration. This role will involve end-to-end implementation, configuration, testing, and support of SAP Payroll in alignment with business requirements and legal compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the implementation, upgrade, and support of SAP Payroll (country-specific versions, e.g., SAP Payroll Singapore, US, UK, etc.).
• Analyze business requirements and translate them into effective SAP payroll solutions.
• Configure payroll schemas, rules, wage types, and PCRs (Personnel Calculation Rules).
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, tax structures, and wage reporting.
• Work on integration with Time Management, Personnel Administration (PA), and Finance (FI) modules.
• Conduct payroll parallel runs, testing cycles (Unit, Integration, UAT), and post-go-live support.
• Prepare functional specifications for custom developments or enhancements.
• Provide user training and support for HR/payroll teams.
• Troubleshoot payroll issues and provide timely resolution.
• Liaise with business stakeholders, third-party vendors, and SAP support as needed.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in SAP Payroll configuration and support.
• Proven expertise in payroll schemas, rules, wage types, and legal compliance.
• Strong understanding of Time Evaluation, PA, and integration with Finance.
• Experience in at least one full-cycle SAP Payroll implementation.
• Familiarity with SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (EC Payroll) is a plus.
• Experience with payroll in [specific country, e.g., Singapore, US, Germany] preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice to Have:

• Knowledge of SAP Fiori apps related to payroll.
• Experience with SuccessFactors integration.
• Understanding of GDPR / PDPA / local payroll data compliance regulations.
• Basic ABAP debugging knowledge.