Nishanth Kumar

Leading the SuccessFactors & SAP HCM HR Systems function across UAE and operations
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Implemented IAS/IPS for advanced security, identity management, and provisioning
Deployed Joule AI in SuccessFactors, enabling intelligent HR use cases
Successfully upgraded to ONB 2.0, improving new hire engagement and compliance
Designed and delivered Global Benefits configuration aligned with local regulations
Enabled Story Reports in People Analytics for strategic HR dashboards
Integrated Adobe Sign with RCM to digitize the offer letter process
Oversaw UAE and Iraq payroll execution, covering EOSB, GPSSA, and off-cycle payroll
Managed BIB/CPI integrations between EC, S/4HANA, and Fieldglass
Delivered approval workflows in MS Teams, embedding HR processes in collaboration tools

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Delivered EC and Payroll implementation projects for Qatar and UAE
Configured payroll schemas and wage types to meet compliance and company policies
Configure and implement payroll processes for both UAE and Qatar in SAP HCM and SuccessFactors Employee Central.
Customize payroll schemas, rules, and wage types based on local regulations and company policies.
Ensure compliance with local labor laws and tax regulations in both countries.
Manage the integration between SAP HCM Payroll and SuccessFactors Employee Central to ensure smooth data flow.
Collaborate with technical teams to set up and maintain interfaces for data synchronization (e.g., employee data,
organizational assignments, compensation data).
Oversee employee data management, ensuring accuracy in master data related to payroll processing in both systems.
Perform regular audits and validations of employee data to ensure compliance and accuracy in payroll calculations.
Execute end-to-end payroll processing for UAE and Qatar, including running payroll, generating payroll reports, and
ensuring timely disbursement of salaries.
Resolve payroll discrepancies and issues, conducting investigations as needed to ensure accurate payroll processing.
Generate standard and ad-hoc payroll reports for management and finance teams, including payroll summaries, tax
reports, and employee compensation reports.
Analyze payroll data to identify trends and recommend improvements to payroll processes.
Provide training and support to HR teams and end-users on payroll processes and the use of SAP HCM and
SuccessFactors systems.
Create and maintain documentation related to payroll procedures, system configurations, and user manuals.

Led SuccessFactors and SAP HCM projects for multinational clients across Energy, Manufacturing, and Pharma
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• Implemented Time Management, Payroll, and PM-GM solutions for UAE, India, and Iraq
Directed AMS support for clients such as JSW, Himalaya, Hindustan Zinc, Indigo Airlines

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• Delivered Payroll and Time Management implementations and AMS support across industries
Developed custom PCRs, wage types, and payroll schema modifications