SAP UK Payroll Expert

Role - We are seeking an experienced SAP UK Payroll Consultant to support the design, configuration, and implementation of SAP Payroll solutions aligned to UK legislative requirements. This role requires deep expertise in SAP HCM Payroll (UK) and hands-on experience delivering payroll implementations, enhancements, and support projects. You will work closely with Payroll, HR, Finance, and IT stakeholders to ensure accurate, compliant, and efficient payroll processing across the organisation., * SAP Payroll Delivery

• Configure and support SAP HCM Payroll (UK), including: o Payroll Schemas o Payroll Control Rules (PCRs) o Payroll Processing o Statutory Payments

• Design and implement payroll solutions aligned to business and regulatory requirements.

• Support payroll runs, reconciliations, and issue resolution.

• Compliance & Payroll Operations

• Ensure compliance with: o HMRC regulations o Real Time Information (RTI) submissions o National Insurance o UK Tax legislation o Auto-enrolment pension schemes o Statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP, etc.)

• Support year-end payroll activities including: o P60 reporting o P11D reporting o Statutory submissions

• Project Delivery & Testing

• Gather and analyse payroll requirements from business stakeholders.

• Support: o System configuration o Unit Testing o Integration Testing o User Acceptance Testing (UAT)

• Create functional specifications for enhancements and custom developments.

• Support upgrades, data migration, and system enhancement initiatives.

• Integration & Stakeholder Management

• Integrate Payroll with: o SAP Time Management o SAP SuccessFactors o Third-party HR and payroll systems

• Collaborate with HR, Payroll, Finance, and technical teams to deliver effective solutions.

• Provide knowledge transfer, documentation, and end-user support.

Key Skills:

• Strong hands-on experience with SAP HCM Payroll (UK).
• Deep understanding of:

• UK Payroll legislation
• HMRC compliance
• RTI submissions
• National Insurance and Tax regulations
• Auto-enrolment pension schemes

• Expertise in:

• Payroll Schemas
• Payroll Control Rules (PCRs)
• Gross-to-Net processing
• Statutory payments

• Experience integrating Payroll with SAP Time Management.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Proven experience delivering payroll implementation, enhancement, or support projects.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills., Applicants must be a UK resident and holds a valid right to work status.

Focus on SAP is a specialist SAP and ERP Recruitment organisation offering both permanent and contract staffing solutions on a global scale. Client - Partnered with a global leader in digital transformation and IT services, working with some of the world's biggest brands. Their mission is not only to deliver cutting-edge technology but also to empower organisations to create meaningful impact for the people and communities they serve. For you, this means working on challenging projects that demand innovation, collaboration, and thought leadership.