Business Analyst - Payroll

face to face interview required

7+ month contract

Payroll Business Analyst

location - Smithfield, RI

no phone calls

Provide business analysis support for medium to large scale projects related to the HR business line (Payroll) to identify opportunities to create more effective and efficient process.

Manage functional requirements by documenting current processes, analyzing alternatives and redesigning processes to implement the best solution using a fit/gap analysis.

Develop functional specs including process maps, functional design and test plans for projects requiring process optimization and/or technical review and development.

Act as a liaison between technical and payroll functional teams

Work with project management team to establish and monitor project tasks and milestones

Assist with facilitating communications and training needs in the use of HR processes and systems

Technical Knowledge:

Bachelors degree  or equivalent experience, advanced degree a plus

 

Experience with Peoplesoft required -  including familiarity with the North American Payroll module

Payroll administration a plus

 

5-8 years experience with a combination of HR information systems and one or more HR functions

 

Demonstrated experience with reporting tools such as Crystal Reports, Business Objects. Peoplesoft Query or other reporting tools.

 

Experience using a structured project management  and systems development methodology required

Strong problem solving and analytical skills

Must have strong communication skills and an ability to communicate with all levels within the organization

Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment and handle multiple tasks

Must be able to fit into a strong team based culture.