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Senior Business Analyst

CloudIngest, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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W2 Candidates Job Title: Business Analyst Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid-50% On-Site) Duration: 6-month contract to start with Rate: $70/hr on W2 (No C2C) Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced

Business Analyst Consultant , specifically focusing on the upcoming system release for

payroll operations . The successful candidate will work directly with the Project Manager, playing a critical role in

planning, execution, and oversight of comprehensive testing activities

for this vital release. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with the Project Manager and business stakeholders to understand payroll system requirements and design testing strategies for the new release. Develop detailed test plans, test cases, and test scripts for all payroll-related functionalities, including but not limited to: Gross pay calculations (salaries, hourly wages, overtime, differentials, bonuses) Tax withholdings (federal, state, local) Garnishments and deductions (benefits, 401k, union dues) Leave management (accruals, usage, payouts) Retroactive pay processing Payroll journal entries and financial integrations Employee self-service functionalities (pay stub access, W2s) Reporting and compliance Execute comprehensive test cycles, including

SIT and UAT , for the payroll system release. Coordinate and facilitate

User Acceptance Testing (UAT)

with key payroll and HR business users, guiding them through testing processes and documenting feedback. Identify, document, and track defects using established defect management processes, working closely with development teams for resolution. Perform thorough

regression testing

to ensure new functionalities do not negatively impact existing payroll processes. Conduct

data validation

to ensure accuracy and integrity of payroll data throughout the system. Provide regular status updates and progress reports on testing activities to the Project Manager and relevant stakeholders. Support the development of training materials and user documentation related to the new payroll system functionalities. Participate in post-implementation review and provide recommendations for continuous improvement. Understand and analyze business processes and requirements related to financial management, accounting, procurement, and other finance-related functions. Understand

PeopleSoft and Oracle Fusion Financials

modules to align with business requirements, such as payroll operations, general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, asset management, cash management, and other finance-related configurations. Understand

UKG Workforce Central or UKG Workforce Management cloud

Time and Attendance software (a plus). Analyze processes and workflows to identify opportunities for improvement through software support. Document requirements in

user stories/use cases and epics . Document test requirements in test cases. Analyze and document system interfaces, database structures, and data flows. Coordinate and lead analytic activities with stakeholders. Use software tools as required to document requirements, analyze needs, identify risks, propose designs, and write documentation. Qualifications Demonstrable experience with

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)

systems, particularly

Oracle Fusion Cloud applications (HCM, Financials, Procurement)

is required, given the client is powered by Oracle Fusion. Experience in IT project management and business analysis roles, with a strong emphasis on system implementation and testing. Proven expertise in managing and executing large-scale software testing efforts, including

System Integration Testing (SIT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), regression testing, and performance testing . Extensive experience with

payroll systems and operations

is a mandatory requirement. Candidates must understand payroll processes, tax implications, union rules, timekeeping, and associated integrations. Experience with the client’s specific payroll context (e.g.,

PeopleSoft, Kronos history ) is a significant plus. Strong background in

business process analysis and re-engineering , with the ability to translate complex business requirements into clear, testable scenarios and cases. Experience in the

public sector or large government organizations

is highly desirable, demonstrating an understanding of complex stakeholder environments and regulatory requirements. Skill in process analysis methods and techniques. Experience in analyzing processes and identifying opportunities for improvements through software support. Experience establishing successful relationships with business stakeholders. Experience in analyzing data structures and data flows. Experience documenting test cases. Experience as a

Scrum Master/Product Owner in an Agile

software development environment. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Proficiency with

JIRA, Confluence, MS Excel, Word, Visio, PowerPoint, or similar tools . Experience in working with third-party time and attendance systems such as

Kronos, Hastus/Trapeze integrations

(a plus). Experience in

cloud-based ERP deployments . Preferred Requirements Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field. PeopleSoft certification . Progression in CFA or other finance professional certifications. Experience with

PeopleSoft 9.1 and Oracle Cloud . Familiarity with

integration tools and reporting tools . Familiarity with

PeopleSoft Project Costing module . Seniority level

Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type

Employment type Contract Job function

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