Job Description:
Job Summary
The SAP HR Expert is responsible for leading the implementation, configuration, and support of both SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central (EC) and SAP HCM Payroll systems. This role covers the full hire-to-retire lifecycle, including core HR master data, organizational structure, payroll operations, statutory compliance, and HR process automation.
The manager will work directly with HR, finance, and compliance teams to ensure system design aligns with business objectives, local regulations, and employee experience expectations. This includes managing hybrid integration scenarios across cloud (EC) and on-premise (HCM Payroll) environments.
Key Responsibilities
Lead delivery of SAP SuccessFactors EC and SAP HCM Payroll solutions
Design and configure employee master data, job structures, positions, and pay components
Oversee payroll schemas, PCRs, wage types, off-cycle, and retroactive payroll scenarios
Manage data replication between EC and HCM Payroll (Point-to-Point or Middleware)
Coordinate statutory compliance for tax, WPS, end-of-service, and GOSI rules
Oversee time management, work schedules, holiday calendars, and absence quotas
Ensure alignment between HR master data and finance integration (posting to FI/CO)
Conduct data migration, payroll testing, parallel runs, and reconciliation
Deliver user training, process documentation, and support packages
Collaborate with audit and compliance teams for regulatory reporting and controls
Required Qualifications & Skills
Education & Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, or related field
SAP Certified Application Associate – Employee Central and/or HCM Payroll
Project Management certification (PMP or equivalent) preferred
HR functional certifications (e.g., SHRM, CIPD) are a plus
Experience
8–12 years of SAP HR experience, including at least 4 years in Employee Central and HCM Payroll
Minimum 2 years in a leadership or managerial role
Experience delivering full-cycle implementations for global or regional clients
Familiarity with localization for GCC/MENA payroll compliance is preferred
At least 5 years of experience in the banking sector
Technical & Functional Skills
Deep expertise in:
Employee Central: Foundation Objects, Employee Profile, Job Info, Workflows, Rules
SAP HCM Payroll: Payroll driver (RPCALC), schemas, off-cycles, retro-calculations
Strong understanding of integration via SAP CPI or Point-to-Point replication
Experience with PA, OM, Time, and Benefits modules in ECC
Knowledge of SAP Payroll Control Center and Payroll Posting to FI
Familiarity with GDPR, WPS, and other labor law compliance requirements
Soft Skills
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage sensitive HR and payroll-related data and processes
Leadership and mentoring capabilities across functional teams
Process-oriented thinking with attention to compliance and control
Strong planning, testing, and documentation discipline
Confidence in managing go-live, cutover, and payroll parallel runs
Work Environment & Conditions
Consulting environment with parallel HRIS and payroll implementation projects
Travel may be required within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Collaboration with HR, finance, audit, and regulatory compliance teams
Involvement in payroll year-end processing, audit walkthroughs, and reconciliation
Continuous upskilling through SAP EC and HCM certifications and regulatory updates
High accountability role with direct impact on payroll accuracy and employee satisfaction
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