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

Overview

The organization’s Advisory practice is seeking a Manager, Payroll Advisory – SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP). This role supports transformation of payroll operations through strategy, implementation, and optimization, with collaboration across HR, Workforce Management, Benefits, Finance, and other related solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead SAP HCM/SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll Transformation projects covering strategy, implementation, and optimization of the payroll function, including partnerships with other technical solutions (such as HR, Workforce Management, Benefits, Finance)
• Manage cross-functional teams to deliver client service, including stakeholder management, meeting and workshop facilitation, deliverable creation, and project and financial management
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and enhance the payroll operating model; implement SAP Payroll best practices; help clients identify payroll risks and optimization opportunities
• Support practice development by executing process and strategy improvements within the SAP HCM/SuccessFactors US practice focused on payroll and workforce management
• Drive creation and advancement of thought leadership, internal and external tools and resources, and training for payroll transformation efforts
• Participate in business development by identifying new 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 enhance client outcomes, business performance, and operational effectiveness while upholding trusted AI principles for ethical, secure, and compliant adoption
• Uphold a respectful and courteous work environment through integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility

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 with integration of 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 using deep understanding of business processes, project management methodologies and leading practices in the payroll, HR and workforce management space
• Experience building business cases to guide clients in operating model and payroll vendor and 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 organization 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

• Advanced degree in accounting, finance, business administration, information technology or related field
• American Payroll Association Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
• SAP SuccessFactors SAP Employee Central Payroll certification(s)

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary ranges are location-dependent. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and market considerations.
• Comprehensive benefits package options (eligibility-based) includes:
  • Medical and dental plans
  • Vision coverage
  • Disability and life insurance
  • 401(k) plans
  • 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 published calendar of holidays observed during the year
• Two breaks each year where employees are not required to use Personal Time Off (one at year end and one around the July 4th holiday)

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. These include the duties and 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, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

Additional Information

• Candidates are considered as they apply, on a rolling basis, until the opportunity is filled.
• No phone calls or agencies please.