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.