[Remote] Senior SAP EC Payroll Functional Lead Consultant

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Strada is seeking a highly experienced Senior SAP Payroll Functional Lead Consultant to lead a large-scale, complex U.S. payroll implementation. This strategic role involves overseeing the design of the payroll solution, managing configuration and testing phases, and ensuring compliance with business requirements and standards.ResponsibilitiesLead and own the design of the payroll solution, ensuring it meets strategic, operational, and compliance objectivesConduct and facilitate requirement-gathering workshops with business stakeholders to define and document payroll needsCollaborate with payroll configurators to ensure configuration aligns with the approved solution and business requirementsPartner with integration lead to ensure robust and seamless integration between payroll and related systems (e.g., SAP FI, Time Management, Benefits, Compensation, Third-party vendors)Oversee all phases of the payroll implementation lifecycle, including:Solution build and configurationParallel payroll runsSystem Integration Testing (SIT)User Acceptance Testing (UAT)Cutover planning and executionPost-go-live supportProvide functional expertise in:Gross-to-net calculationsTax reporting and BSI Tax Factory integrationGarnishments and levy managementYear-end processing and accrual setupTroubleshoot payroll issues, apply support packs, and develop custom rules and operations as neededMaintain payroll catalogs including wage types, off-cycle payroll, and other key componentsCommunicate effectively with stakeholders, providing timely updates, managing risks, and driving resolution strategiesEnsure project milestones are met with high quality and within timelinesSkillsMinimum 12+ years of hands-on experience in SAP Payroll (ECP or HCM), with a strong focus on U.S. PayrollProven success in leading and delivering complex payroll implementations, including full lifecycle experienceExpertise in: Wage type configuration, Off-cycle payroll processing, Garnishment handling, Tax reporter setup, Integration with BSI Tax FactoryExperience in at least 5+ full lifecycle SAP U.S. Payroll implementationsStrong communication, stakeholder engagement, and client-facing skillsAbility to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentBachelor's degree in human resources, Information Systems, or a related fieldFamiliarity with SAP SuccessFactors, Payroll Control Center (PCC), and automation/process optimization tools5–7 years of experience executing parallel payroll testingBenefitsHealth coverageWellbeing programsPaid leave (vacation, sick, parental)Retirement plansLearning opportunitiesBonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level.Continuing education & trainingCompany OverviewStrada is a payroll and tech company that offers workforce management with cloud solutions and services for multinational organizations. It was founded in 2018, and is headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://stradaglobal.com.