Quick overview
Job description
C5MI is not your typical consulting firm. We are a high-performance team of SAP and supply chain experts who solve complex, mission critical challenges for organizations that cannot afford failure.
We hire consultants who thrive in complexity, move fast, take ownership, and deliver under pressure. At C5MI, you will not be siloed or stuck in theory. You will be hands on, client facing, and directly influencing outcomes that matter.
Our culture rewards initiative, accountability, and continuous growth. This is a place where your expertise is valued, your work is meaningful, and your performance truly matters. If you’re energized by learning through real-world challenges, collaborating with top-tier talent, and expanding your capabilities every day, C5MI is where strong consultants level up.
Position Summary:
The Senior SAP Functional Consultant (Hire to Retire) leads the analysis, design, and implementation of SAP S/4HANA Hire to Retire (H2R) business processes for federal clients. This role serves as the functional expert for the end-to-end employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding through payroll, benefits, and final separation. The consultant owns system analysis, end-to-end configuration, and cross-functional integration for the H2R workstream, ensuring that workforce data flows seamlessly between SAP SuccessFactors and S/4HANA Finance while maintaining strict compliance with federal personnel regulations and labor distribution requirements.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
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Leads the analysis, design, and implementation of SAP S/4HANA Hire to Retire (H2R) business processes and serves as the functional expert for the end-to-end employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding through payroll, benefits, and separation.
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Facilitates requirements gathering and design workshops to define requirements for Core HR (Employee Central), Payroll, Time Tracking, and Talent Management within a federal context.
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Leads Fit-to-Standard sessions that leverage SAP SuccessFactors best practices while meeting federal requirements.
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Performs hands-on configuration of SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central, including complex business rules, and coordinates integration with S/4HANA Employee Lifecycle processes.
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Ensures payroll and time entries interface correctly with Funds Management (FM) and Cost Center Accounting (CO) to automate labor distribution across the federal three-dimensional budget structure.
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Integrates H2R processes with Budget to Report (B2R) processes to support labor budgeting and financial reporting.
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Designs solutions that support federal personnel mandates, including Personnel Action (PAR) processing, General Schedule (GS) and Senior Executive Service (SES) pay grade structures, and complex benefit calculations, in alignment with Office of Personnel Management (OPM) standards.
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Partners with developers and integration architects to design SAP Cloud Platform Integration (CPI) flows that securely transfer data between SuccessFactors and the S/4HANA Universal Journal.
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Troubleshoots CPI integration errors and SuccessFactors data model (OData API) issues in collaboration with technical teams.
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Leads the migration of sensitive personnel data, including employee history, tax records, and benefit elections, while protecting personally identifiable information (PII) and preserving audit integrity.
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Writes and executes comprehensive test plans for payroll parallel runs, Time Management calculations, and SuccessFactors to S/4HANA synchronization.
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Deploys SAP Fiori and SuccessFactors Mobile apps that give employees self-service access to leave requests, paystubs, and performance management.
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Serves as the bridge among Human Resources, Finance, and IT stakeholders, translating business needs into functional specifications and solution designs.
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Provides functional guidance and informal mentoring to consultants and team members supporting the H2R workstream.
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Adheres to all certified processes as part of our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of quality and information security, which includes actively participating in quality assurance activities and ensuring the protection of sensitive information in accordance with our security policies.
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Performs other related tasks as assigned by direct supervisor.
Minimum Requirements:
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Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
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Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree, or 7 years without a Bachelor's degree, including extensive functional experience in SAP SuccessFactors or SAP HCM.
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Deep understanding of the integration points between cloud HR solutions and SAP S/4HANA Finance.
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Proven experience with Payroll and Time Management in complex, highly regulated environments.
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Strong integration knowledge between H2R and Budget to Report (B2R) processes for labor budgeting and financial reporting.
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Proficiency in business process analysis, including the ability to lead Fit-to-Standard sessions.
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Technical literacy, including the ability to troubleshoot CPI integration errors, understand SuccessFactors data models (OData API), and configure complex business rules.
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Familiarity with Office of Personnel Management (OPM) standards and federal labor laws.
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Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across Human Resources, Finance, and IT teams.
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SAP certification in SuccessFactors Employee Central, Employee Central Payroll, or SAP HCM.
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U.S. citizenship required.
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Must be able to obtain and maintain an active government clearance (requires U.S. citizenship).
Nice to Have:
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Additional SAP SuccessFactors certifications (e.g., Time Tracking, Employee Central Payroll, Onboarding).
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Experience implementing SAP SuccessFactors or SAP HCM for a federal agency or public sector organization.
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Working knowledge of SAP Public Sector Management, including Funds Management configuration.
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Experience with the SAP Activate implementation methodology.
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Master's degree in a related field.
Compensation: In accordance with pay transparency law, the expected salary range for this position is $130,000 – $160,000 annually. The actual compensation offered will be determined based on factors such as the candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location. We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This posted range reflects our good faith estimate of the compensation we reasonably expect to offer for this role at the time of posting.
Application Deadline: We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 12/1/2026.
Benefits:
C5MI offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. See more information on our benefits here: C5MI Benefits
Our employees are key to our success, so we strive to be more than just a team; we’re a community built upon a set of Core Values that guide our every action:
- Challenge – We believe in challenging the present – it’s the only way to shape the future. We must be exceptional communicators and collaborators while always learning. We also understand that speaking your mind requires equal parts brain (what to say), thoughtfulness (when to say it), and caring (how it’s said). Incremental won’t win.
- Have Fun – We are on a journey, together. Take care of your family, take care of yourself, and take care of each other. Live your happiness. Stay human, take care of each other and invest in your community. Life isn’t all about work. Live your happiness. Be healthy.
- All In – You can’t fake passion – show your energy. Own it – take charge and lead. Our team is made up of top quartile talent and we never accept second best. Accountability, trust, and integrity create an environment to realize the team’s true potential.
- Never Forget the Customer – We have walked a mile in your shoes. Experience matters. We drive innovation to generate business value. Be true – no BS.
- GSD (Get Stuff Done) – We take initiative and never make excuses. We act with urgency, and we delivery high quality outcomes with extreme velocity. We embrace process discipline, drive continuous improvement, and stay audit ready. We relentlessly execute and plan for tomorrow by creating sustainable outcomes. That is how we win!
- Empower – Our people are the foundation for our success. We recognize their value, and support them by fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. We recognize individual strengths, build confidence through action, and invest in personal development.
How to Apply:
To apply for this position, use the application link provided in this job posting and complete the application and submit a resume. If the position requires a specific certification, please be sure to upload a copy of your certification when you apply.
If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with C5MI and have accommodation needs such as for a disability or religious observance, please call us toll free at 1 (904) 431-7922 or send us an email here or speak with your recruiter.
C5MI is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.