SAP HCM / SuccessFactors Payroll Consultant (US Payroll)

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Requirements

We are looking for an experienced SAP HCM / SuccessFactors Payroll Consultant with strong expertise in US Payroll, SAP ECC Payroll, and S/4HANA payroll migration projects. This is an implementation-focused role requiring hands-on experience in payroll configuration, requirement gathering, integration, testing, and end-to-end payroll delivery across global HR transformation projects.

The ideal candidate should have experience in full payroll lifecycle implementations, including configuration, unit testing, go-live support, and post-implementation stabilization.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Implementation & Configuration

• Lead end-to-end payroll implementation and configuration in SAP HCM / SuccessFactors environments.
  

• Configure payroll systems based on provided requirements and perform unit testing and validation.
  

• Support ECC to S/4HANA payroll migration initiatives.
  

• Troubleshoot payroll schema, PCRs, and resolve payroll-related issues.
  

Business Process Analysis

• Gather requirements, analyze HR business processes, and design target operating models.
  

• Document current (As-Is) processes and recommend optimized (To-Be) solutions.
  

• Map business processes to SAP HCM / SuccessFactors modules.
  

• Identify system gaps, limitations, and improvement opportunities.
  

Integration & Data Management

• Manage integrations with Employee Central, ADP, finance systems, and third-party vendors.
  

• Perform interface testing, mapping, and data validation.
  

• Retrieve and validate data from Employee Central systems.
  

Testing & Documentation

• Develop functional specifications, configuration workbooks, and documentation.
  

• Create test scenarios, test cases, scripts, and datasets.
  

• Support cutover activities, go-live, hypercare, and ongoing production support.
  

Project Delivery & Leadership

• Work in large global project teams and lead smaller teams where required.
  

• Manage risks, project timelines, change control processes, and escalation points.
  

• Support Statement of Work preparation, budgeting, and project estimation.
  

• Ensure SLA compliance and successful project delivery.
  

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Maintain clear communication with stakeholders, customers, and project teams.
  

• Provide subject matter expertise on SAP HR and SuccessFactors payroll solutions.
  

• Mentor team members and foster a collaborative work environment.
  

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 4+ years of SAP HCM / SuccessFactors payroll experience.
  

• Strong expertise in:
  

  • SAP US Payroll configuration
    

  • ECC Payroll and S/4HANA payroll migration
    

  • Personnel Administration (PA) / Organizational Management (OM)
    

• Experience with at least two end-to-end payroll implementations.
  

• Strong knowledge of:
  

  • US tax forms, year-end payroll activities
    

  • Benefits and time management integration
    

  • Payroll schemas and PCR troubleshooting
    

• Experience working with large, distributed project teams.
  

• Strong business process understanding and HR/payroll domain expertise.
  

• Experience integrating SAP payroll with external vendors (e.g., ADP) is preferred.
  

Preferred Skills

• Exposure to global payroll implementations (US, Canada, or other regions).
  

• Finance and third-party integration knowledge.
  

• SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP) certification (optional).
  

• Experience with on-premise payroll systems is acceptable.
  

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required:
  

  • B.Tech / B.E / MBA / MCA or equivalent qualification.
    

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
  

• Ability to lead projects, mentor teams, and drive process improvements.
  

• Strong documentation, testing, and project delivery capabilities.
  

Benefits