HCM/Payroll Business Analyst and Systems Implementation Lead – Public Sector

Crowe • Sacramento, CA

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About The Position

At Crowe, you can build a meaningful and rewarding career. With real flexibility to balance work with life moments, you’re trusted to deliver results and make an impact. We embrace you for who you are, care for your well-being, and nurture your career. Everyone has equitable access to opportunities for career growth and leadership. Over our 80-year history, delivering excellent service through innovation has been a core part of our DNA across our audit, tax, and consulting groups. That’s why we continuously invest in innovative ideas, such as AI-enabled insights and technology-powered solutions, to enhance our services. Join us at Crowe and embark on a career where you can help shape the future of our industry. Job Description: Crowe is seeking an experienced and dynamic Lead Government Consultant to join our growing public sector consulting practice. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and contribute to impactful projects that help government clients modernize their Human Capital Management (HCM) and payroll systems. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in management consulting, a passion for solving complex business challenges, and the ability to lead teams and drive results.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree and 5 to 8 years of professional experience in management consulting
• In-depth knowledge of HR/Payroll processes
• Prior experience implementing payroll or HCM software , including system configuration and testing
• Strong experience working with public sector clients
• Experience working on HCM technology implementation projects
• Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and quantitative skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)
• Self-motivated, flexible, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively
• A consistent record of delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• Crowe is not sponsoring for work authorization at this time.
• We expect the candidate to uphold Crowe’s values of Care, Trust, Courage, and Stewardship. These values define who we are. We expect all of our people to act ethically and with integrity at all times.

Nice To Haves

• Current certification in one or more of the following: CBAP, CSM, PMI-PBA, or PMP
• Experience leading small projects or coordinating cross-functional project teams
• Experience working with enterprise-level government systems and public sector project lifecycles
• Experience with requirements management software such as IBM ELM, Jira, Confluence, or others
• We appreciate talent from all over the United States and are willing to consider candidates who may not be located near a Crowe office location for this role/opening!

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with public sector clients to design and implement solutions that improve business processes and address organizational challenges
• Lead and mentor business analyst teams in conducting detailed process analysis and system assessments
• Analyze business operations and develop actionable recommendations for improvement
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings, interviews, and workshops to gather business and technical requirements
• Document staffing models, technology systems, workflows, and associated costs
• Deliver high-quality written reports, process documentation, and engaging client presentations
• Support proposal development, client relationship management, and business development efforts
• Work closely with project managers to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget

Benefits

• Your exceptional people experience starts here.
• At Crowe, we know that great people are what makes a great firm.
• We care about our people and offer employees a comprehensive total rewards package.
• Learn more about what working at Crowe can mean for you!
• We will nurture your talent in an inclusive culture that values diversity.
• You will have the chance to meet on a consistent basis with your Career Coach that will guide you in your career goals and aspirations.
• Learn more about where talent can prosper!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level