Payroll Business Analyst III

WM•Houston, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Payroll Business Analyst III provides day-to-day operational support for payroll processes and systems. This role acts as a key liaison between Payroll and the HR Technology Application Support team, resolving system issues, developing user documentation, and supporting payroll employees in the effective use of payroll systems, reports, and integrations. The position requires strong business expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to influence cross‑functional partners to ensure accurate and efficient payroll operations.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (accredited) in Business Administration related or similar area of study, or in lieu of degree

Nice To Haves

Eight (8) years of previous experience in payroll processing, payroll tax, or finance (in addition to education requirement).
At least 3 years Oracle HCM Cloud experience

Responsibilities

Partner with HR Technology stakeholders and business users to elicit, document, and analyze requirements for Oracle HCM enhancements and configurations, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
Support the design, testing, and deployment of Oracle HCM enhancements, updates, and integrations, enabling seamless implementation with minimal operational disruption.
Execute and document validation activities for system migrations, releases, upgrades, and patches, proactively identifying risks and downstream impacts; engage HR Technology teams and vendors as needed to ensure quality outcomes.
Configure Oracle HCM elements in compliance with payroll tax regulations and industry standards to support accurate, efficient, and compliant business processes.
Provide advanced end‑user support and troubleshooting for Oracle HCM issues, including system errors, data discrepancies, and complex user inquiries, to maintain optimal system performance.
Monitor Oracle HCM Cloud releases, patches, and new functionality, assessing impacts to current configurations and processes and recommending continuous improvements.
Develop and maintain deep expertise in assigned applications through vendor resources, user groups, and training; mentor team members and serve as a recognized subject matter expert.
Collaborate with cross‑functional partners to understand and validate design decisions, ensuring solutions align with documented requirements, existing configurations, and downstream system impacts.