SAP ECP Payroll Specialist

Next Generation Inc.

. Process payroll for multiple clients using SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP) .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,000 - $75,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll processing using SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP) and Payroll Control Center (PCC), ensuring compliance with U.S. payroll regulations while managing multiple client payroll schedules effectively.

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SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP)Payroll Control Center (PCC)U.S. Payroll RegulationsCertified Payroll Professional (CPP)Microsoft Excel Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingPayroll ReconciliationPayroll Exception ResolutionData Change ProcessingMulti-State Payroll ProcessingPayroll AuditsPayroll Configuration TestingRoot Cause AnalysisPayroll Reporting ToolsGarnishments Management

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsExcellent Verbal CommunicationExcellent Written Communication

Tools & Technologies

SAP SuccessFactorsSAP Payroll Control CenterMicrosoft Excel

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)

Industry Keywords

Payroll RegulationsPayroll TaxesEmployee DeductionsPayroll ImplementationPayroll Transformation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Process payroll for multiple clients using SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP)
Execute regular, off-cycle, bonus, and adjustment payrolls
Use Payroll Control Center (PCC) to monitor payroll execution, analyze exceptions, and resolve payroll issues
Validate payroll results and perform payroll reconciliation activities
Review and resolve payroll exceptions, errors, retroactive calculations, and employee inquiries
Process employee data changes including hires, terminations, compensation updates, garnishments, tax changes, and direct deposit modifications
Coordinate payroll calendars and ensure timely payroll delivery for assigned clients
Support year-end payroll activities including W-2 processing and payroll audits
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
Collaborate with HR-Path payroll consultants, payroll managers, and client stakeholders
Document payroll processes and support continuous improvement initiatives
Assist with testing and validation of payroll configuration changes and system updates

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of payroll processing experience
2+ years of hands-on SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP) experience
Experience using SAP Payroll Control Center (PCC)
Experience processing payroll for medium to large employee populations
Strong understanding of U.S. payroll regulations, payroll taxes, garnishments, and employee deductions
Ability to troubleshoot payroll discrepancies and perform root cause analysis
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple clients and payroll schedules simultaneously
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
Experience supporting payroll operations in a managed services, outsourcing, or consulting environment
Experience with SAP Employee Central (EC)
Multi-state payroll processing experience
CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification
Experience supporting payroll implementations, upgrades, or payroll transformation projects
Knowledge of payroll interfaces, data imports, and payroll reporting tools

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid time off
Bonus structure
Medical insurance
Dental plan
Vision plan
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability (STD/LTD)
Paid holidays
Competitive salary based on experience, education, and location