Sr SAP/Payroll Technical Analyst

This role is responsible for the technical development, maintenance, and support of SAP Payroll systems, ensuring seamless payroll processing and compliance with applicable regulations. The analyst will serve as a bridge between business requirements and technical solutions, collaborating with HR, Finance, and IT teams to optimize processes, enhance system performance, and deliver a best-in-class employee experience., * Technical Development & Enhancements:

• Develop and maintain SAP Payroll programs, reports, and integrations
• Partner with IT to configure payroll schemas, rules, wage types, and support gross-to-net processing
• Build and maintain interfaces with third-party systems

• System Maintenance & Support:

• Provide day-to-day technical support for SAP HR/Payroll modules
• Troubleshoot payroll-related errors and resolve issues with time, taxation, and posting processes
• Ensure system upgrades, HR Support Packs, and OSS Notes are managed and operate as expected
• Conduct root cause analysis and recommend system/process improvements

• Collaboration & Testing:

• Partner with payroll operations to capture requirements and translate them into technical specifications
• Develop test scripts, manage and execute system testing, and oversee defect resolution
• Document processes, work schedules, and holiday calendars

• Compliance & Data Management:

• Ensure payroll accuracy and compliance with tax and labor regulations
• Safeguard data integrity, security, and audit requirements
• Monitor data quality, cleansing, and mapping activities across payroll systems
• Monitor and update incoming and outgoing third-party file status including benefit files

• Analytics & Reporting:

• Respond to ad hoc payroll reporting requests
• Provide analytics and insights to business leaders for decision-making, As an employee of PSEG, you should be aware that during storm restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations. For all roles, PSEG's drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing. Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations) are subject to random drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and medically, the use of these products are prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for a positive result.

If you are a current PSEG Long Island (PSEGLI) employee and offered an opportunity with PSEG or any of its subsidiaries other than PSEGLI, you will be treated as a new hire. Please note that as a new hire to PSEG, your benefits will change and generally will be consistent with other similarly situated PSEG new hires. Similarly, for PSEG employees who accept job opportunities with PSEGLI, your benefits will change and generally be consistent with other similarly situated new hires of PSEGLI., The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. Remote Communication Operations Auditing Management Finance Root Cause Analysis Agile Methodology Business Administration Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) Business Requirements Interpersonal Communications Technical Support Analytical Skills SAP Applications Data Quality Data Management Data Integrity General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Payroll Systems Payroll Processing Payroll Policies and Processes Information Technology Infrastructure Library Technological Change Data Migration SAP Human Resource Management Software Behavioral Health System Testing Payroll Reporting Advanced Business Application Programming (ABAP) Permanent Resident Cards SAP Fiori Cannabis Legacy System Migration Workbench Business Development Company (BDC) ESS/MSS

• 5 years/undergraduate degree in IT, business administration or finance/accounting
• In lieu of degree; 7+ years of SAP Payroll configuration(employee central EC/Employee Central payroll/ ECP)
• Compliance with the Department of Energy's regulation 10 CFR 810 is required

Specific Skills/Other Basic Qualifications:

• Proven production payroll experience with SAP Employee Central (EC) and Employee Central Payroll (ECP)

• Strong knowledge of SAP Payroll configuration, schemas, rules, and Payroll Control Center (PCC)

• Hands-on experience with payroll replication monitoring and error resolution between EC & ECP

• Proficiency with SAP HR modules (PA, OM), payroll processes, and tax compliance Experience with data migration/interface tools (LSMW, BDC, IDocs, ALE)

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills to identify root causes and drive resolutions

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, agile, and high-volume environment

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across global teams

Desired:

• SAP Payroll certification.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
• Familiarity with ABAP, ESS/MSS, SAP Query, and reporting tools
• Experience with SAP Fiori apps, GDPR compliance, or ITIL framework
• Prior technical experience with large enterprise HR/Payroll system implementations
• Project management or Agile methodology experience

Some positions at PSEG require access to information covered by the Department of Energy's regulation 10 CFR 810 (Part 810). If applicable, the successful applicant must prove they are: (1) a citizen or national of the USA; OR (2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States (Non-Conditional Permanent I-551 / Green Card / Permanent Resident Card holder); OR (3) a citizen, national, or permanent resident of a "Generally Authorized" destination on the attached list not also a citizen, national, permanent resident of any country not listed; OR (4) a "Protected Individual" under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3)).

Here, you'll have the stability and exciting opportunities that come with being a Fortune 500 company - along with a supportive, friendly work environment where your contributions are valued.

We know life isn't one-size-fits-all, and neither is work. That's why we offer flexible work options depending on the role. In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of three work location categories:

1. Onsite - roles where employees are expected to be onsite daily.
2. Hybrid fixed - roles that are a mix of remote work and onsite work fixed days each week
3. Hybrid flexible - roles that are a mix of remote work and onsite work, but the onsite requirements have greater flexibility. (i.e. 5-8 days a month vs. set days each week).

As an employee, if you are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week, you will have access to a wide range of comprehensive benefits from day one, designed to support your total well-being: medical, dental, vision, parental leave and family leave programs, behavioral health programs, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.

We're one of the country's largest energy companies, with a vision of powering a future where people use energy more efficiently and it's safer and delivered more reliably than ever. We're also deeply connected to the communities we serve, with more than 13,000 employees working together to support our customers and make a difference every day., More than 13,000 people already call PSEG their work home, taking pride in providing safe, reliable service to millions of customers. If you're looking for a place where you can build a meaningful career and help power and support our communities, we'd love to welcome you to the team.