SAP Payroll & Time Management Consultant

Location: Newark, New Jersey - Hybrid - 3 days onsite

Key Responsibilities: Demonstrate strong experience as an SAP Payroll/ Time Management Functional Consultant with deep SAP HCM expertise Configure and support PA, OM, TM, and Payroll modules Apply solid understanding of HR and payroll schemas, rules, wage types, and PCRsEnsure compliance with HR statutory and legal requirements, including country‑specific payroll reporting Lead and support full‑lifecycle SAP HCM implementations and ongoing HR production support Translate HR and payroll business requirements into scalable SAP solutions Integrate SAP HCM with FI/CO, Success Factors, and other HR systems Manage HR master data, infotypes, and organizational structures Execute unit, integration, and UAT testing Prepare functional specifications and collaborate with ABAP development teams Perform payroll reconciliation, retroactive accounting, and issue resolution Utilize SAP HCM HR reporting tools and manage statutory report requirements Support HR data migration, cutover planning, and go‑live activities Apply understanding of SAP HCM security, HR authorizations, and data privacy standards

Required Skills: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, HR, or a related field 10+ years of experience as an SAP Payroll/HR Consultant Deep knowledge of SAP Payroll configuration, schemas, and rules Strong understanding of HR and payroll processes, tax regulations, and compliance Proficiency with Payroll Control Center (PCC), wage types, and PCRsExperience across the full SAP Payroll/HCM implementation lifecycle Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with HR stakeholders