Job Description

We are seeking an experienced SAP HCM Payroll Consultant to manage and support end-to-end payroll operations within SAP. The role involves payroll configuration, processing, statutory compliance, testing, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring accurate and timely payroll management aligned with regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. SAP Payroll Configuration & Maintenance

• Configure and maintain SAP HCM Payroll, including wage types, schemas, PCRs, features, and rules.
• Ensure seamless integration between Time Management, Payroll, and Finance modules.
• Maintain payroll control records, posting runs, and off-cycle payroll processes.

2. Payroll Processing & Support

• Lead payroll runs (live and simulation) ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with statutory requirements.
• Manage retroactive accounting, arrears, and adjustments.
• Handle complex payroll scenarios, including terminations, long-term absences, bonuses, and allowances.

3. Statutory Compliance

• Ensure payroll configuration and processes comply with statutory requirements (e.g., social security, tax, and other relevant contributions).
• Stay up-to-date with legislation changes and update SAP configurations accordingly.

4. Testing & Quality Assurance

• Prepare and execute Unit Testing, Integration Testing, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Validate payroll simulation results, identify anomalies, and resolve discrepancies.
• Support year-end processes, including statutory reporting and submissions.

5. Stakeholder Engagement & Advisory

• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and IT teams to understand requirements and deliver payroll solutions.
• Provide SME guidance on payroll processes, enhancements, and best practices.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related queries, incidents, and change requests.

6. Documentation & Training

• Develop functional specifications, configuration documents, and payroll process SOPs.
• Conduct training sessions for HR/payroll teams on SAP payroll operations.

Required Skills & Experience:

Technical Skills:

• Minimum 4 years of experience in SAP HCM Payroll, with at least 1 full-cycle implementation.
• Strong hands-on expertise in payroll schemas, PCRs, wage type configuration, off-cycle payroll, and retro calculations.
• Knowledge of SAP Time Management and integration with Payroll is a plus.
• Experience with Payroll posting to Finance (FI/CO).
• Familiarity with Payroll Control Center (PCC) is an advantage.

Functional Knowledge:

• In-depth understanding of payroll statutory requirements and reporting.
• Familiarity with HR processes (hire-to-retire) and their impact on payroll.
• Experience with payroll data migration and cutover activities.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy in payroll calculations.