SAP HCM Payroll Manager - German Market

Position: Senior SAP HCM Payroll Consultant - German Market
Location: Spain, Poland, Italy

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With a comprehensive total rewards package, continuing education and training, and tremendous potential with a growing global organization, Strada is the perfect place to put your passion to work.

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SAP HCM Consultant - Payroll Management

The SAP HCM Consultant will act as a SAP Payroll Expert for the HR Service Delivery Payroll Team for German accounts. The SAP HCM Payroll Consultant will be responsible for the accurate and timely execution of payroll / time processes for multiple pay groups. This would include the evaluation of the Payroll schemas, Overtime, contribution, taxes, customer agreements, legal reporting customizing and other post payroll process. SAP HCM & Payroll configuration for business requirements, schemas, PCRs, wage type creation, basic pay configuration, etc.

Main Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver high quality solutions through system configuration that meets overall business requirements
• Must have ability to perform configuration for HCM modules of HR: Payroll (evaluation & schemas)
• Act as SPOC for one or several accounts, doing coordination tasks and providing technical and expert support to other consultants in the Team
• Act as the HR Services lead for SAP Payroll Management development, defect identification, and defect resolution
• Analysis of payroll / time schemas to identify root cause and solution of pay & time discrepancies
• Resolve complex defects related to Overtime, social security calculation, legal reporting, allowances, sickness, taxes, posting, payslips and others specific German payroll configurations
• Participates in SAP HR projects as an integral part of a cross-functional team to support the delivery of HR Services.
• Ensure time and attendance data integrity
• Extensive and proven SAP HCM & Payroll configuration skills
• Must have experience on German Payroll - Schemas, sickness process, PCRs, wage type creation, basic pay configuration, etc.
• Troubleshoot and resolve HCM & Payroll problems/failures for both external and internal customers and updating ticket logging systems in a timely and accurate manner

Key experience and Skills:

• SAP Experience in Payroll Management
• SAP HCM Experience for German Payroll
• SAP HCM Experience in PA / OM
• SAP HCM Experience in ABAP (highly valued)
• Detailed knowledge of SAP, advanced use of MS Office (Excel, Access, Word), and reporting tools
• Must possess a high degree of strategic and analytical planning skills
• Individual should possess excellent time management skills and should be able to multi-task and prioritize daily assignments as well as ongoing projects
• Must possess strong decision-making and organizational skills

Additional Information

• Applicants must have a valid EU work permit
• Fluent level of English
• German speaker is a plus.

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• Anticipate Customer Needs – We stay ahead of trends so our customers can grow and succeed.
• Own the Outcome – We take responsibility for delivering excellence and ensuring things get done right.
• Challenge Ourselves to Work Smarter – We move faster than the world around us to drive change and accomplish more.
• Empower Each Other to Solve Problems – We tackle challenges head on, ask tough questions, and collaborate to find the best solutions.
• Care About Our Work – We understand that what we do impacts millions, and we have a responsibility to get it right.

Benefits

At Strada, we support your whole self—offering a range of benefits for your health, wellbeing, finances, and future. These include health coverage, wellbeing programs, paid leave (vacation, sick, parental), retirement plans, learning opportunities, and more.

All offers are contingent on successful completion of background checks, where permitted by law and as appropriate for the role. These may include identity, education, employment, and in some cases, criminal history verification, checks against global watchlists, credit reports, and/or drug testing. You’ll be informed of the specific checks applicable to your role and location during the recruitment process.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Strada is dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that embracing differences strengthens our teams and drives innovation and success.

Diversity Policy Statement

Strada is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on legally protected characteristics. We actively support the advancement of underrepresented groups and provide reasonable accommodations for disabilities and religious practices. Applicants may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting their recruiter.

Authorization to work in the Employing Country

To be considered, you must have current and future work authorization in the country where you're applying, without the need for visa sponsorship by Strada.

Please note: This job description does not limit Strada’s right to assign or reassign responsibilities, including to subsidiaries, partners, or future business purchasers.

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We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

DISCLAIMER:

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Strada business units.