Sr. Business Systems Analyst - Payroll/HR

MYR Group•Rolling Meadows, IL

About The Position

The Sr. Business Systems Analyst serves on the applications team supporting JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Payroll and Human Capital Management, working alongside another Payroll/HR business analyst and peer analysts. The role gathers requirements, documents processes, configures and tests solutions, and supports payroll and HR operations so system changes meet business, compliance, and cycle-close needs. The analyst reviews and configures JD Edwards Payroll and HR applications; assesses existing capabilities and identifies upgrades, enhancements, or complementary tools; analyzes workflows; and coordinates development and vendor work. The role also prepares functional and system documentation, develops and maintains user training materials, and coordinates unit, integration, and user-acceptance testing. It serves as a liaison among Payroll and HR users, development, QA, peer analysts, and external partners. The position provides expert support for assigned payroll processes, including month-end, quarter-end, and year-end activities, adjustments, and reporting, as well as assigned HR processes such as employee setup, onboarding, open enrollment, and benefit integrations. It coordinates with the other Payroll/HR analyst for coverage and handoffs, particularly during peak cycles. Essential functions are performed primarily in a company-designated office or field location.

Requirements

At least 7 years of progressive business systems analysis experience, including at least 5 years supporting JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Payroll and/or HR.
Extensive knowledge of JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Payroll and HR modules, including objects, tables, and data flow through payroll and employee processes.
Working knowledge of iCIMS and its integration with JD Edwards EnterpriseOne.
Experience interfacing EnterpriseOne with external parties such as banks, benefits administrators, tax or garnishments vendors, and other third parties.
Ability to communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders to gather, refine, and document requirements.
Ability to design practical EnterpriseOne and related-system solutions from business requirements, preferring configuration over custom development where possible.
Ability to navigate and analyze complex JD Edwards table structures and related data.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, coordinate with peer business analysts, and prioritize cycle-driven work.
Strong systems analysis and workflow documentation skills.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to handle multiple tasks.
Sound knowledge of functional documentation, configuration records, user procedures, and process flows.
Ability to provide reliable customer service and exercise diplomacy with users under deadline pressure.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer; the company does not sponsor work visas.

Nice To Haves

10 years of total analysis experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field from an accredited university or institution.
Knowledge of electrical construction payroll and HR practices, including multi-company, field labor, union, or prevailing-wage environments.

Responsibilities

Prepare functional, configuration, and system documentation for developers and users in compliance with internal and external standards.
Develop, deliver, and maintain end-user training and documentation for assigned JD Edwards Payroll and HR processes, coordinating with the other Payroll/HR business analyst to keep materials consistent.
Assess Payroll and HR system capabilities and identify upgrades, enhancements, or complementary tools to improve accuracy, cycle time, or compliance.
Conduct cost/benefit and buy/build analyses for Payroll and HR initiatives and present findings and recommendations to management.
Meet with Payroll, HR, and related stakeholders to collect, refine, and document business objectives and user needs.
Coordinate development and vendor work for assigned items to ensure solutions are correctly configured, tested, and integrated with E1 and related systems.
Stay current on JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Payroll/HR capabilities, third-party interfaces, and changing organizational or regulatory requirements.
Analyze Payroll and HR workflows with users to identify opportunities to improve productivity, integration, data quality, and cost.
Review, analyze, and configure JD Edwards Payroll and HR applications to meet documented requirements.
Serve as a liaison among Payroll/HR users, development, QA, peer business analysts, and external partners.
Follow the established requirements-gathering process and distinguish business needs from requested features.
Communicate requirements through functional specifications, statements of work, project plans, and related documentation.
Coordinate unit, integration, and user-acceptance testing with developers, QA, and users, confirming functionality before production use.
Provide expert support for assigned payroll processes, including month-end, quarter-end, and year-end activities, adjustments, and related reporting; coordinate coverage and handoffs with the other Payroll/HR analyst.
Provide expert support for assigned HR processes, including employee setup and onboarding, annual open enrollment, and benefit integrations; coordinate with the other Payroll/HR analyst during peak cycles.
Assist in defining design options, cost analyses, and execution timelines for Payroll and HR initiatives in coordination with the business analyst team.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Understand and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other applicable industry-specific professional and ethical standards.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, basic vision, Regenexx, Teledoc, hearing, and mental health coverage, with stated low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums and a $15 weekly premium for employee or employee-plus-family coverage.
Dental insurance with a 100% employer-paid premium.
ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program providing $1,200 annually for health- and wellbeing-related purchases.
Annual paid time off starting at 15 days, plus 10 paid holidays, including a floating Cultural Celebration Day.
401(k) plan with 100% match up to 6%, immediate vesting, and potential annual profit sharing.
Educational assistance program supporting educational costs and internal training.
Company-paid short- and long-term disability, life, and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
Company-paid business travel accident insurance.
Employee Assistance Plan.
Voluntary plans including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, identity theft, group legal, group auto and home, and additional voluntary life insurance for employees and dependents.