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Our Human Capital practice is at the forefront of transforming the nature of work. As converging forces reshape industries, our team uniquely addresses the complexities of work, workforce, and workplace dynamics. We leverage sector-specific insights and cross-domain perspectives to help organizations tackle their most challenging workforce issues and align talent strategies with their strategic visions. Our practice is renowned for making work better for humans and humans better at work. Be part of this exciting era of change and join us on this transformative journey. Recruiting for this role ends on 12/01/2026. Work you'll do As a Manager, Functional Transformation on the SAP payroll transformation team, you will be responsible for: • Leading SAP Payroll and/or SAP SuccessFactors Payroll workstreams across requirements, design, configuration, testing, deployment, and stabilization • Managing day-to-day project delivery, including scope, timelines, risks, issues, and stakeholder communications • Translating payroll business requirements into functional designs and system configuration decisions • Collaborating with cross-functional teams on integrations, data conversion, testing, cutover, and defect resolution • Guiding client teams and project resources to deliver payroll transformation outcomes aligned to quality and timeline expectations A successful candidate would possess these skills: • Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team • Effective written and verbal communication skills • Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product • Ability to build and sustain professional relationships • Ability to lead projects or workstreams • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment • Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor • Ability to meet deadlines • Ability to mentor and provide clear guidance to others The team Our HR Strategy & Technology Offering is dedicated to developing leading global HR strategies and implementing cutting-edge HR technologies. We drive transformation and maximize the workforce experience, ensuring sustained HR effectiveness and value. In a world of disruption, our solutions empower organizations to navigate challenges seamlessly, enhancing their HR capabilities and fostering a resilient workforce. Qualifications Required: • Bachelor’s degree • 6+ years of experience with SAP Payroll, SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll, or both • 6+ years of experience in payroll transformation, implementation, or optimization projects • 2+ full-life-cycle implementation of SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll • Experience leading functional workstreams through requirements, design, configuration, testing, and deployment • Experience with payroll integrations, data conversion, and defect resolution • Ability to travel 0-50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve. • Limited immigration sponsorship may be available. Preferred: • Experience with global payroll or multi-country payroll programs • Experience with payroll compliance, controls, and year-end processes • Experience presenting project status, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders • Master’s degree • SAP or SAP SuccessFactors certification The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $141,200 to $278,300. You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. #HCFY27 #HRSTFY27

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Recruiting for this role ends on 12/01/2026.
Work you'll do
As a Manager, Functional Transformation on the SAP payroll transformation team, you will be responsible for:
Leading SAP Payroll and/or SAP SuccessFactors Payroll workstreams across requirements, design, configuration, testing, deployment, and stabilization
Managing day-to-day project delivery, including scope, timelines, risks, issues, and stakeholder communications
Translating payroll business requirements into functional designs and system configuration decisions
Collaborating with cross-functional teams on integrations, data conversion, testing, cutover, and defect resolution
Guiding client teams and project resources to deliver payroll transformation outcomes aligned to quality and timeline expectations
A successful candidate would possess these skills:
Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
Ability to lead projects or workstreams
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
Ability to meet deadlines
Ability to mentor and provide clear guidance to others
Bachelor’s degree

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Experience with global payroll or multi-country payroll programs
Experience with payroll compliance, controls, and year-end processes
Experience presenting project status, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders
Master’s degree
SAP or SAP SuccessFactors certification

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