Business Systems Analyst III (Contract Talent)

Who We Are

Robert Half is seeking an ambitious and talented Business Systems Analyst III to join our innovated Technology Group. Our team builds on and supports the HCM, Payroll, Benefits and Time modules, currently in PeopleSoft 9. A critical integration that the team built and supports are APIs integrating PeopleSoft Time functionality with our Native Mobile App. This year, we completed a PeopleTools Upgrade and migration of our ERP to the cloud. In the next 3-4 years, the planning and implementation of the next-gen application to replace PeopleSoft 9.

We have a consistent track record of success in achieving a broad range of goals and timely delivery year after year. We have great leadership and individual contributor skills that have made our group successful and highly trusted by our business owners and IT partners. We have strong relationships within our team members, upper management and partner organizations that often result in win-win situations and foundation for future success. As a team, we are work-focused, cohesive, adaptable, and flexible with a positive attitude resulting in quantifiable results and wins!  We believe that our employees are our most valuable asset, and we embody a culture of recognition, caring, and involvement in company and community activities. We work hard but make the effort to enjoy a healthy work-life balance and fun while at work. We are very proud of our team which we consider our family at work! 

What You'll Do

A successful BSA III candidate will analyze business problems to be solved with automated solutions, processes, and procedures. In the role, they will provide technical expertise in identifying, evaluating, and developing systems and procedures that are cost effective and meet user and system requirements. Create specifications for systems to meet business requirements. They may configure system settings and options, plan & execute unit, integration & acceptance testing, and create specifications for systems to meet business requirements. The BSA III may provide consultation to users in the area of automated systems. May lead cross-functional linked teams to address business or systems issues.
The BSA III will review design proposals and provide feedback on alignment with business requirements. Ensure application systems are aligned with user needs, objectives, process, and overall business strategies. Exercise independent judgment in methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results on new or special assignments. They will provide consultation on complex projects and be a top-level contributor/specialist. Major contributor for the establishment/review of department delivery policies and procedures. Provide guidance to other BSA resources as a SME and/or project lead.

The Business Systems Analyst III will apply wide-ranging experience and knowledge of professional concepts to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways. Guide implementation of new business processes to support system changes. Ensure integrated system and production is highly available and stable. They will oversee and provide guidance to BSAs and business partners in enhancement and as needed, all day-to-day application and production issues.
The BSA III will develop systems implementation strategy in partnership with key business stakeholders. Create and/or orchestrate project plans for the entire development lifecycle, including maintenance planning. Ensure timely, accurate, and cost-effective implementation of all systems. Various aspects of change management for user community. They chronicle, lead reviews, and obtain formal approval from business owners, DEV, and QA on extensively detailed functional requirements.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s degree, other functional training in business, or equivalent.
• 6+ years of business functional area experience
• MS Office Suite, PeopleSoft functional training, Security administration, strong SQL knowledge, complete SDLC experience
• SMLE level of business acumen in multiple functional areas, with expertise in a minimum of one area.
• Extensive in-depth knowledge of multiple enterprise applications.
• Various system development and project management methodologies (OO, PMI).
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical users
• Ability to communicate business process to technical resources.
• Ability to create complex process flow diagrams or flowcharts that demonstrate business or system process flow.
• Ability to gather requirements effectively; document requirements and confirm observations with business owners.
• Ability to perform fit/gap analysis based on requirements.
• Ability to create detailed and thorough test plans for large-sized initiatives.
• Knowledge of business systems software and software development lifecycle.
• Ability to write complex queries and reports.
• Ability to develop a project plan, meeting established deliverables and timelines.
• Ability to provide guidance to lower-level personnel and conduct training.
• Ability to conduct meetings, gather information and present status.

The typical hourly pay rate for this position is shown below and is negotiable depending upon experience and location.

Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, and dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

Robert Half Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veteran

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