Austraian Payroll Implementation Contractor - remote EU WIDE

SAP Payroll Implementation Lead - Austria | Remote EU WIDE | Contract

We're looking for an experienced SAP Payroll Implementation Lead to join a global payroll and HR technology business on a contract basis, supporting the delivery of end-to-end payroll implementations for Austrian clients.

This is a fully remote role with travel requirements and operates on a contractor basis - you'll need to supply your own laptop.

The Role

You'll work directly with clients to capture payroll requirements, lead workshops, and drive configuration and system setup through to go-live. Day-to-day responsibilities include:

Validating and configuring payroll solutions and integrations in line with Austrian legal and regulatory requirements
Supporting data mapping, migration, YTD preparation and accuracy checks
Managing all testing phases - SIT, UAT, parallel runs - and resolving configuration and integration issues with global teams
Overseeing go-live readiness and post-implementation stabilisation
Tracking project progress and collaborating with project managers and wider delivery teams to hit milestones

What You'll Bring

Deep knowledge of Austrian payroll legislation and time regulations
Proven hands-on experience in SAP payroll configuration and integrations
Payroll Implementation experience must be demonstrated
Fluency in both English and German - written and spoken
Strong client-facing and stakeholder communication skills
Ability to self-manage in a remote environment across global teams
Experience on international payroll projects is an advantage
Contract | Remote (Austria-based preferred)
If you're an SAP payroll specialist with solid Austrian market knowledge and a track record of delivering complex implementations, we'd like to hear from you.

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