SAP Payroll Lead

QUESSCORP SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading payroll solutions provider in Singapore is seeking an experienced SAP HCM Payroll Specialist for a 1-year renewable contract. The role involves configuring SAP payroll, ensuring compliance with local statutory requirements, and managing payroll integrity. Candidates must have at least 8 years of experience in SAP HCM with expertise in payroll processes. The ideal applicant is skilled in stakeholder engagement and can handle complex payroll scenarios. The position offers a competitive salary up to SGD 15,000 depending on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years experience in SAP HCM Payroll.
• Strong hands-on expertise in payroll and time schemas, PCRs, wage type configuration.
• In-depth knowledge of Singapore payroll statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain SAP HCM Payroll for Singapore.
• Lead payroll runs ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Work closely with HR, Finance, and IT teams on payroll solutions.

Job description

Salary: Upto 15000 (Depending upon skills and overall experience)

1 yr renewable contract

Work location: Ang Mo Kio

Required Skills & Experience

Technical Skills

• Minimum 8 years experience in SAP HCM Payroll
• Strong hands‑on expertise in payroll and time schemas, PCRs, wage type configuration, off‑cycle payroll, and retro calculations.
• Must be able to manage stakeholders.
• 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.

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. Time Management
   • Experience in Time Module (PCR, Time Evaluation Schema, Work Schedule Rule Configuration, Holiday Calendar Config, Attendances, Time Types etc.)
   • Knowledge in both Negative and Positive Time Evaluation.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. Documentation & Training
   • Develop functional specifications, configuration documents, and payroll process SOPs.
   • Conduct training sessions for HR/payroll teams on SAP payroll operations.