Manager, Payroll Advisory - SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP)

Overview

This role supports the organization’s Advisory practice, helping clients transform payroll operations through SAP HCM/SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP). The position involves leading transformation initiatives, managing cross-functional delivery, and advising clients on payroll optimization, risks, and operating model improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead SAP HCM/SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll Transformation projects across strategy, implementation, and optimization of the payroll function, including collaboration with other technical solutions (e.g., HR, Workforce Management, Benefits, Finance)
• Manage cross-functional teams to deliver excellent client service, including stakeholder management, facilitating meetings and workshops, creating deliverables, and overseeing project and financial management
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, enhance the payroll operating model, implement SAP Payroll best practices, and help clients identify payroll risks and optimization opportunities
• Support practice development by executing process and strategy improvements within the SAP HCM/SuccessFactors US practice with a focus on Payroll and Workforce Management; drive development of thought leadership, internal and external tools/resources, and training for payroll transformation efforts
• Participate in business development efforts by identifying opportunities and assisting with proposal responses and client outreach
• Provide global payroll expertise with a focus on SAP ECP and other payroll vendors and solutions
• Apply an AI-first, value-driven mindset to identify, evaluate, and responsibly apply AI-enabled solutions that improve client outcomes, business performance, and operational effectiveness, while upholding Trusted AI principles for ethical, secure, and compliant adoption
• Demonstrate integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility in maintaining a respectful and courteous work environment

Requirements

• Minimum five years of recent experience implementing SAP Payroll or SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP), including payroll operational expertise and SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll functional usage
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university required; advanced degree in accounting, finance, business administration, information technology, or related field preferred
• Proficiency in configuring SAP Employee Central Payroll for US payroll, garnishments, and US tax processing; experience integrating payroll with other SAP modules and business functions, as well as other payroll vendors and solutions (Payroll Interface)
• American Payroll Association Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) and/or SAP SuccessFactors SAP Employee Central Payroll certification(s) highly preferred
• Experience designing and leading business transformation initiatives based on deep understanding of business processes, project management methodologies, and leading practices in payroll, HR, and workforce management; experience building business cases to guide clients on operating model and payroll vendor/operations solutions
• Ability to travel as needed
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. The employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

Preferred Qualifications

• American Payroll Association Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) and/or SAP SuccessFactors SAP Employee Central Payroll certification(s)

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation includes a comprehensive, competitive benefits package (benefits eligibility varies by role)
• Benefits may include medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and personal well-being benefits to support mental health
• Personal Time Off per fiscal year (based on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service)
• A yearly calendar of holidays and two breaks each year when employees are not required to use Personal Time Off (one at year end and one around the July 4th holiday)
• Salary ranges by city are provided where required by local/state regulations; offered salary is determined based on factors such as skills, responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and market considerations

Location

• Los Angeles County applicants: Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. Duties include the responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard business operations and company reputation. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and related ordinances, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

Additional Information

• No phone calls or agencies please.
• Candidates are considered as they apply on a rolling basis until the opportunity is filled.
• Equal opportunity employer; considers qualified applicants regardless of protected status under applicable federal, state, and local laws.