Lead Analyst, SAP Employee Central Payroll

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At Dycom, as a Lead SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP) Analyst, you will be responsible for the configuration, maintenance, and optimization of our SAP SuccessFactors ECP system. The ideal candidate will serve as a technical and functional expert, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of all payroll processes within the SuccessFactors ecosystem. The ideal candidate will serve as the foremost subject matter expert (SME), ensuring the long-term health, compliance, and scalability of our payroll systems. You will lead complex projects, mentor junior team members, and partner with senior leaders across Payroll, HR, and IT to drive our payroll technology roadmap and ensure alignment with key business objectives.

Connecting you to great benefits

• Weekly Paychecks

• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays

• Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)

• 401(k) w/ Company Match

• Stock Purchase Plan

• Education Reimbursement

• Legal Insurance

• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more

What you'll do

• Provide guidance and mentorship, define system best practices, and perform peer reviews of complex configurations to ensure quality and consistency.

• Lead cross-functional projects related to ECP, including system enhancements, new module implementations, and major release cycles, from requirements gathering and design through to deployment and post-go-live support.

• Architect and oversee the configuration of complex payroll components within SAP SuccessFactors ECP. Ensure all solutions are scalable, maintainable, and adhere to best practices.

• Configure and maintain payroll-related components within SAP SuccessFactors ECP, including but not limited to pay components, wage types, calculation rules, schemas, tax models, and garnishments.

• Act as the primary point of contact for ECP-related issues across multiple subsidiary companies. Investigate, analyze, and resolve system errors, data discrepancies, and payroll calculation inaccuracies in a timely manner.

• Monitor and troubleshoot the data replication process between Employee Central (EC) and Employee Central Payroll (ECP), ensuring data integrity and synchronization.

• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans for system updates, patches, new configurations, and quarterly/year-end releases. Coordinate User Acceptance Testing (UAT) with the Payroll team and other stakeholders.

• Proactively identify opportunities to enhance payroll processes and leverage system capabilities more effectively. Recommend and implement system enhancements and automations to improve efficiency and accuracy.

• Develop and run standard and ad-hoc reports to support payroll auditing, compliance, and data analysis. Assist the Payroll team in reconciling payroll data and resolving variances.

• Support critical year-end payroll activities, including W-2 generation, ensuring the system remains compliant with federal, state, and local regulations.

• Create and maintain detailed system documentation, configuration workbooks, and end-user training guides for ECP processes and functionality.

What you'll need

• To be 18 years of age or older

• Authorization to work in the United States for this company

• Bachelor's degree Information Technology, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

• 8+ years of progressive experience as a systems analyst or consultant for SAP Payroll.

• Minimum of 4+ years of deep, hands-on configuration and architectural experience with SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP) is required.

• Strong understanding of the integration points and data flow between SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central (EC) and ECP.

• In-depth knowledge of payroll principles, processes, and U.S. payroll tax regulations.

• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex payroll calculation errors by analyzing payroll schemas, rules, and functions.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Additional preferred qualifications

• SAP SuccessFactors certification in Employee Central Payroll.

• Experience with the traditional SAP ECC/S4 HANA On-Premise Payroll module.

• Familiarity with other SuccessFactors modules such as Employee Central, Time Tracking, and Benefits.

Physical abilities & exposures

• Routinely: Engage in standard office activities such as standing, sitting, and using computers for extended periods.

• Occasionally: Travel domestically up to 30% to attend team meetings or training.

Why grow your career with us

Your career here is more than just a job - it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.

Building stronger solutions together

Our company is an equal-opportunity employer - we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.