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

Overview

The advisory practice is seeking a Manager, Payroll Advisory - SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP) to support transformation of payroll operations and delivery for clients. This role involves leading SAP HCM/SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll transformation initiatives, managing cross-functional teams, and applying best practices to improve payroll processes and operating models.

Responsibilities

• Lead SAP HCM/SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll transformation projects, including strategy, implementation, and optimization of the payroll function; partner with other technical solutions (including HR, Workforce Management, Benefits, and Finance)
• Manage cross-functional teams to deliver excellent client service, including stakeholder management, meeting and workshop facilitation, deliverable creation, and project and financial management
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, enhance the payroll operating model, and implement SAP Payroll best practices; help clients identify payroll risks and optimization opportunities
• Assist with practice development and execute process and strategy improvements within the SAP HCM/SuccessFactors US practice with a focus 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 activities by identifying new opportunities and assisting with proposal responses and client outreach
• Apply global payroll expertise with a focus on SAP ECP and other payroll vendors and solutions
• Use an AI-first, value-driven mindset to identify, evaluate, and responsibly apply AI-enabled solutions that enhance client outcomes, business performance, and operational effectiveness; leverage foundational AI concepts while upholding Trusted AI principles for ethical, secure, and compliant adoption across business processes and solutions
• Maintain integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold a respectful and courteous work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of recent experience implementing SAP Payroll or SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP), with 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
• Proficient 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 using deep knowledge of business processes, project management methodologies and leading practices in payroll, HR, and workforce management; 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 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)

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation and benefits are comprehensive and competitive, with benefits eligibility based on the role. The Total Rewards package 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 to be observed during the year and two breaks each year where employees are not required to use Personal Time Off (one at year end and the other around the July 4th holiday)

Salary ranges by location may be available where required; offered salary is determined based on factors including skills, job responsibilities, 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, including 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

• Candidates are considered as they apply on a rolling basis until the opportunity is filled.
• No phone calls or agencies please.
• The employer is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, and local laws.