MS Implementation Consultant

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Understand client Blueprint, business rules & requirements, as delivered by
Lead Consultant.
• Interpret client Blueprint and build User Acceptance Test Catalogue.
• Ensure UAT/Parallel testing in line with Client Blueprint.
• Check/validate all UAT payroll reports / reconciliations, prior to releasing to
client.
• Work in conjunction with Lead Consultant on Issue log resolution, during
implementation.
• Liaise directly with Client on implementation Testing.
• Participate in weekly calls, as deemed by Project Manager.
• Ensure timelines are being met according to client/county implementation
Project Schedule, up to go live.
• Produce all necessary handover documentation. Prepare all necessary
checklists / clients sign off worksheets, in readiness for go live.
• Store all client documentation on shared drive / Project Place, as deemed.
• Keep all relevant documentation on implementation project up to date,
including Reconciliation spreadsheets, How to manuals, Test tools.
• Be present and actively involved from Client Blue Print signoff through UAT/
load completion, parallels, up to and including the 1st live pay runs.
• Ensure timely handover of Client payroll & documentation to Client Service,
following ADP handover methodology.
• Participate in process review and implementation of recommendations.
• Continually review implementation processes and make recommendations.
• Understand and monitor implementation of any upgrades and patches and the
testing of these, prior to them being loaded into the live environment.
• Ensure Client’s compliance to relevant country taxation and other statutory
legislation.
• Understand country legislative updates. When needed, document changes in
the Consolidated Country Scenario template. Give knowledge transfer to MS
Implementation team associates.
• Assist Project Services (post live implementations) during periods where no
new implementations are being delivered.

MANAGEMENT SKILLS
• As this role will encompass multi client/country combinations – the ability to work
flexible hours is essential including weekend work, at times.
• High degree of commitment and ability to deliver outstanding customer service.
• High Level of organizational skills - Ability to perform multiple tasks and to set and monitor Priorities.
• Decisiveness and Action orientation -Judgment and objectivity.

Technical Skills

• Ability and knowledge in running SAP Payroll within the ADP ASP template
model.
• Ability to use tools such as Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, to effectively
update and maintain documentation/ training / Presentations.

KPI’S
• Ensure all project resources are appropriately trained and able to perform pay runs in line with implementation limitations and client expectation.
• Ensure all UAT and parallel payrolls are reconciled and documented prior to sending to the client.
• Monitor Configuration and Blueprint changes to understand the impact on UAT and
parallel processes.
• Check/test patches and upgrades in a test environment prior to them being loaded into production.
• Ensure all implementation documentation is maintained on a common drive such as UAT results, Parallel results, Blueprint, Payroll Procedures, Schedules and any other relevant notes.