SAP HR/Payroll Systems Analyst
Job Description
Our leading municipal client is looking for an SAP HCM Systems Analyst to join their team on a 6 month term with high likelihood of extension. This will be a hybrid role in Oakville.
The Senior Systems Analyst will play a key role in leading, designing, and supporting SAP ERP HR/Payroll solutions (ECC/S4HANA). This position is responsible for ensuring accurate payroll operations, system optimization, and seamless integration with Finance and Time Management modules. The ideal candidate is a seasoned SAP professional with deep expertise in Canadian Payroll, configuration, and compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the full technical implementation lifecycle for SAP HR/Payroll projects - from planning, configuration, and integration to testing, documentation, and training.
- Gather and analyze business requirements, estimate effort, and develop detailed functional and technical specifications.
- Configure and maintain payroll schemas, rules, wage types, and time management elements within SAP ERP.
- Ensure payroll accuracy and adherence to Canadian statutory requirements (CRA, CPP, EI, etc.).
- Provide expert-level support and troubleshooting for SAP HCM Payroll and related modules.
- Oversee multiple concurrent initiatives, including system upgrades, maintenance, and enhancements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, vendors, and contractors to deliver approved changes and new functionality.
- Develop documentation and training materials; facilitate end-user training sessions.
- Participate in product evaluations, RFP processes, and user acceptance testing.
- Monitor system performance, perform capacity planning, and recommend process or policy improvements.
- Develop and customize reports and applications as needed.
- Provide third-level application support while ensuring minimal disruption to production systems.
Qualifications:
- Degree or diploma in Computer Science or a related field.
- 8+ years of SAP HCM experience, including 5+ years specializing in Canadian Payroll.
- Strong knowledge of payroll processes, retroactive accounting, and statutory compliance.
- Proven hands-on experience configuring SAP Payroll (schemas, PCRs, wage types).
- Proficient in HR modules such as Training, Timesheets, and Authorizations.
- Experience integrating SAP with non-SAP systems and leading ERP implementations.
- Strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills.
Nice to have:
- SAP ERP HCM or SAP SuccessFactors certifications.
- Experience with SuccessFactors modules (Employee Central, Time & Attendance, Onboarding, LMS, Recruitment).
- Familiarity with Qlik Gold Client software.
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