SAP HCM Consultant (German Payroll) (All Genders)

General information

In our HR IT Solutions area, the Payroll and Time Solutions Team plays an important role in providing IT tools and solutions that support effective payroll processing and time management across our HR department globally. 

Your Key Responsibilities

• Managing and processing payroll operations in compliance with German regulations and standards as well as German general/works council agreements
• Ensuring accurate calculation and timely payment of salaries, taxes, and social contributions
• Providing expert guidance on German payroll matters to clients and internal teams
• Keeping abreast of changes in payroll legislation and ensuring system compliance
• Collaborating with the HR Systems team and the business to optimize payroll systems and processes
• Managing projects for German Payroll by taking responsibility for planning, execution, and completion within scope, schedule, and budget
• Driving project milestones, coordinating resources, and overseeing project deliverables
• Assisting in projects and rollouts as an IT Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the German Payroll and supporting the business in defining requirements

Your Qualifications

• Completed studies in Business Informatics, Computer Science, Business Administration, or comparable qualifications with corresponding practical experience
• Fluency in both English and German, with a minimum of B2 level proficiency
• Several years of experience in SAP HCM Payroll is considered an asset
• Experience with data SAP Time Management and SAP SuccessFactors Compensation is advantageous
• Programming skills in ABAP/ABAP OO are a plus
• Experience with Agile development methodologies and tools, such as Scrum, Kanban, JIRA is beneficial
• Several years of experience in managing payroll processes within Germany
• Strong knowledge of German labor laws, tax regulations, and social security systems
• Capability to read and understand German Law texts and work council agreements which are only available in German language
• Several years of experience in implementation of digitization projects
• Good understanding of enterprise integration, and the specific challenges related to interacting with complex ERP environments is very beneficial

Our Offer

• Be a part of a global company & international team with a diverse variety of backgrounds, skills and views.
• As part of our IT team, you will actively shape the technology and solutions used by Schaeffler
• Grow with us! Get access to training platforms, internal & external trainings, supporting experts and the real-life challenges, where you will put all your skills in practice.
• We work in a hybrid working model (or a fully remote in a special cases) with flexible working hours. Our modern office is located in the center of Wroclaw.
• We offer attractive benefits package, such as medical and dental care, sports card, life insurance for you and your family. We are also providing access to our Mental Comfort Program.
• Our Cafeteria Platform allows you to choose from various benefit options with points monthly added to your account. Haven’t found what you are looking for? Our concierge will be happy to help!
• Join our CSR activities, such as tree planting, riverside cleanup, or participate in other charity events.
• Spend some time with your work colleagues during integrational events such as mountain trekking, city games and workshops. You can join also one of our many Passion Clubs like Foodies, Sports Team and Language Clubs as well!