SAP Payroll Consultant

INTELLECT MINDS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading payroll solutions provider in Singapore is seeking an experienced SAP Payroll Specialist to manage payroll configuration and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of SAP HCM Payroll experience and be skilled in payroll processes. You will lead payroll runs, engage with stakeholders, and provide training to HR teams on payroll operations. This role offers competitive remuneration and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years experience in SAP HCM Payroll with at least 1 full-cycle implementation.
• Strong hands-on expertise in payroll schemas and configurations.
• In-depth knowledge of Singapore payroll statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain SAP HCM Payroll for Singapore.
• Lead payroll runs ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Ensure payroll processes comply with Singapore statutory requirements.

Skills

SAP HCM Payroll experience

Payroll schemas expertise

Strong analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Tools

SAP

Payroll Control Center (PCC)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

1. SAP Payroll Configuration & Maintenance

   • Configure and maintain SAP HCM Payroll for Singapore, including wage types, schemas, PCRs, features, and rules.
   • Ensure accurate integration between Time, Payroll, and Finance modules.
   • Maintain Payroll control records, posting runs, and off-cycle payroll processes.

2. Payroll Processing & Support

   • Lead payroll runs (live and simulation) ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with MOM, CPF Board, IRAS, and other statutory bodies.
   • Manage retroactive accounting, arrears, and adjustments.
   • Handle complex payroll scenarios, including terminations, long-term absences, bonuses, and allowances.

3. Statutory Compliance

   • Ensure payroll configuration and processes comply with Singapore statutory requirements (CPF, SDL, CDAC, MBMF, SINDA, IRAS Auto-Inclusion Scheme, NS Claims, etc.).
   • Keep up-to-date with legislation changes and update SAP configuration accordingly.

4. Testing & Quality Assurance

   • Prepare and execute Unit Testing, Integration Testing, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
   • Validate payroll simulation results, identify anomalies, and resolve discrepancies.
   • Support year-end processes, including IR8A, IR8S, Appendix 8A/8B, AIS submission.

5. Stakeholder Engagement & Advisory

   • Work closely with HR, Finance, and IT teams to understand requirements and deliver payroll solutions.
   • Provide SME guidance on payroll processes, enhancements, and best practices.
   • Act as the point of contact for payroll-related queries, incidents, and change requests.

6. Documentation & Training

   • Develop functional specifications, configuration documents, and payroll process SOPs.
   • Conduct training sessions for HR/payroll teams on SAP payroll operations.

Required Skills & Experience

• Technical Skills
  • Minimum 4 years experience in SAP HCM Payroll with at least 1 full-cycle implementations in Singapore Payroll.
  • Strong hands-on expertise in payroll schemas, PCRs, wage type configuration, off-cycle payroll, and retro calculations.
  • Good to have knowledge of SAP Time Management and integration with Payroll.
  • Experience with Payroll posting to Finance (FI/CO).
  • Familiarity with Payroll Control Center (PCC) is an advantage.
• Functional Knowledge
  • In-depth knowledge of Singapore payroll statutory requirements and reporting.
  • Understanding of HR processes (hire-to-retire) and their impact on payroll.
  • Experience with payroll data migration and cutover activities.
• Soft Skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Detail-oriented with high accuracy in payroll calculations.