SAP HCM Consultant

We are looking for an experienced SAP HCM Consultant to join a team responsible for the maintenance and development of SAP HCM processes, with a strong focus on German Payroll (PY) and Personnel Administration (PA).

The role combines hands-on SAP configuration and payroll expertise with direct client communication and end-to-end ownership of incidents and change requests.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage and resolve incidents, hot fixes and change requests in SAP HCM, mainly within German Payroll (PY) and Personnel Administration (PA).

• Analyse business requirements and reported issues, assess possible solutions, and configure and implement changes in SAP.

• Troubleshoot issues related to German Payroll, taking into account local regulations and processes such as ELStAM, ELStAM-PKV, DEÜV and rvBEA.

• Perform technical payroll activities, including data preparation, system configuration and follow-up activities.

• Communicate directly with clients, requestors and Project Managers throughout the entire process, from initial analysis to resolution and closure.

• Participate in testing and validation of implemented changes and prepare relevant technical and functional documentation.

• Provide support during emergency situations and short-term SAP Payroll disruptions.

• Support HRSP imports and perform SPDD/SPAU analysis.

• Handle the import and processing of initial OSS corrections.

• Cooperate with project teams and clients to ensure the continuity, stability and correct operation of HR and Payroll processes.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience as an SAP HCM Consultant.

• Strong hands-on experience with SAP HCM Payroll (PY), particularly German Payroll.

• Practical knowledge of German payroll regulations and processes, including ELStAM, DEÜV and rvBEA.

• Experience in SAP HCM configuration, including payroll functions, rules and processes.

• Experience in handling incidents, change requests and emergency situations in an SAP environment.

• Strong communication skills and proven experience working directly with clients.

• Fluent English.