SAP HR/Payroll Systems Analyst

Job Description

<p>Our leading municipal client is looking for an SAP HCM Systems Analyst to join their team on a 6 month term with high likelihood of extension. This will be a hybrid role in Oakville.</p><p><br></p><p>The Senior Systems Analyst will play a key role in leading, designing, and supporting SAP ERP HR/Payroll solutions (ECC/S4HANA). This position is responsible for ensuring accurate payroll operations, system optimization, and seamless integration with Finance and Time Management modules. The ideal candidate is a seasoned SAP professional with deep expertise in Canadian Payroll, configuration, and compliance.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Lead the full technical implementation lifecycle for SAP HR/Payroll projects - from planning, configuration, and integration to testing, documentation, and training.</li><li>Gather and analyze business requirements, estimate effort, and develop detailed functional and technical specifications.</li><li>Configure and maintain payroll schemas, rules, wage types, and time management elements within SAP ERP.</li><li>Ensure payroll accuracy and adherence to Canadian statutory requirements (CRA, CPP, EI, etc.).</li><li>Provide expert-level support and troubleshooting for SAP HCM Payroll and related modules.</li><li>Oversee multiple concurrent initiatives, including system upgrades, maintenance, and enhancements.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams, vendors, and contractors to deliver approved changes and new functionality.</li><li>Develop documentation and training materials; facilitate end-user training sessions.</li><li>Participate in product evaluations, RFP processes, and user acceptance testing.</li><li>Monitor system performance, perform capacity planning, and recommend process or policy improvements.</li><li>Develop and customize reports and applications as needed.</li><li>Provide third-level application support while ensuring minimal disruption to production systems.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>Degree or diploma in Computer Science or a related field.</li><li>8+ years of SAP HCM experience, including 5+ years specializing in Canadian Payroll.</li><li>Strong knowledge of payroll processes, retroactive accounting, and statutory compliance.</li><li>Proven hands-on experience configuring SAP Payroll (schemas, PCRs, wage types).</li><li>Proficient in HR modules such as Training, Timesheets, and Authorizations.</li><li>Experience integrating SAP with non-SAP systems and leading ERP implementations.</li><li>Strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Nice to have:</b></p><ul><li>SAP ERP HCM or SAP SuccessFactors certifications.</li><li>Experience with SuccessFactors modules (Employee Central, Time & Attendance, Onboarding, LMS, Recruitment).</li><li>Familiarity with Qlik Gold Client software.</li></ul><p></p>