Sr. Analyst, Success Factors - Payroll at NRG Houston, TX

NRG; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NRG is looking for a Sr. Analyst for Success Factors - Payroll in Houston, TX. This experienced HRIS Analyst will support Payroll operations and tax-related system activities within SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP). Coordinating with HR and IT teams, the analyst ensures accurate payroll outcomes while developing technology-enabled solutions.

The ideal candidate has over 3 years of related experience, knowledge of U.S. payroll regulations, and strong analytical skills. This position offers a chance to enhance compliance and efficiency in payroll processes.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience supporting SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP).
• Knowledge of U.S. payroll and tax regulations.
• Strong understanding of integrations between SAP modules.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Payroll and HR stakeholders to understand business requirements.
• Create and execute test plans for payroll system changes.
• Provide support for payroll/tax‑related issues in SAP HCM/ECP.

Skills

SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP)

U.S. payroll and tax regulations

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting skills

Independent work

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Information Systems, or related field

Tools

SAP HCM

Ticketing/support systems

Job description

Sr. Analyst, Success Factors - Payroll

Location: Houston, TX

We are looking for an experienced HRIS Analyst to support Payroll operations and tax‑related system activities within SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP). The role involves coordinating maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and providing guidance to stakeholders to ensure accurate and compliant payroll/tax outcomes through effective system use. The analyst will collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence, Payroll, IT, and external vendors to identify requirements, assess solutions, and deliver quality HRIS support in a fast‑paced, growing organization. This position reports to the Senior Manager, HRIS.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Partner with Payroll and HR stakeholders to understand business requirements, translate them into a working set of functional requirements and provide them to IT for development.
• Create and execute test plans, test scripts, and user acceptance testing (UAT) for payroll/tax‑related system changes, and upgrades.
• Provide support for payroll/tax‑related issues in SAP HCM/ECP; troubleshoot, document, and coordinate resolution with IT or vendors as needed.
• Direct IT on business requirements for SAP configuration changes or participate in small projects and enhancements, ensuring functionality meets business needs and follows established practices.
• Monitor payroll system updates and legislative/tax changes, assessing impact and supporting Payroll in readiness and testing.
• Maintain accurate documentation, training, and reference materials for system processes and updates.
• Develop and deliver reports and data extracts to support HR and Payroll operations.
• Serve as an internal consultant, recommending technology‑enabled solutions to improve accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in payroll/tax processes.
• Support communication and training efforts related to system changes impacting payroll/tax processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience & Required Skills

• 3+ years of experience supporting SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP), with a focus on payroll and tax processes.
• Knowledge of U.S. payroll and tax regulations and how they are reflected in system functionality.
• Strong understanding of integrations between SAP modules (Employee Central, Time, Finance, etc.).
• Experience with ticketing/support systems and issue resolution.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide clear guidance to HR and Payroll leadership.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Information Systems, or related field preferred.

NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol‑free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post‑accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

EEO: AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.