HR Business Systems Analyst in Portland, Oregon - #73581 | VanderHouwen

Description

Job Id: 73581

Senior HR Business Systems Analyst 
Our client is seeking a Senior HR Business Systems Analyst to assist with the configuration, testing, data conversion for Workday modules including Compensation, Payroll, HCM, Talent Management, Recruiting and Reporting. This role will partner closely with HR, IT, and business stakeholders to analyze requirements, improve processes, implement system enhancements, and ensure the accuracy and reliability of HR data. The ideal candidate brings strong HR systems expertise, technical and analytical capabilities, and experience translating business needs into effective technology solutions. This individual should be comfortable managing projects independently while collaborating across multiple teams to improve HR operations and system performance.

This role is fully remote. Applicants must reside in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Utah, North Dakota or Arkansas.

Senior HR Business Systems Analyst Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing analysis, maintenance, troubleshooting, and enhancement support for enterprise HR information systems and related applications.
• Partner with HR, IT, and business stakeholders to gather requirements, evaluate business processes, and recommend system improvements.
• Support HR technology solutions across functional areas including payroll, benefits, leave and absence management, workforce data, and reporting.
• Translate business requirements into detailed functional specifications, process documentation, and system configuration recommendations.
• Analyze existing workflows and identify opportunities to automate manual processes, improve efficiency, and enhance the user experience.
• Coordinate system enhancements, integrations, and implementations while evaluating downstream impacts to HR processes and data.
• Develop and execute user acceptance testing, regression testing, and quality assurance activities to validate system functionality.
• Create and maintain test plans, test scripts, documentation, and results to support successful system changes and implementations.
• Investigate system issues, data discrepancies, and process inefficiencies while recommending and implementing effective solutions.
• Develop SQL queries, data extracts, reports, and dashboards to support HR analytics, operational reporting, and business decision-making.
• Collaborate with technical teams to validate system interfaces, data conversions, configuration changes, and application enhancements.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including business requirements, process flows, training materials, procedures, and technical specifications.
• Lead small to medium-sized HR technology projects, managing timelines, deliverables, stakeholder communications, and implementation activities.
• Provide guidance and training to HR teams and business users on system functionality, processes, and best practices.
• Monitor system performance, data integrity, and reporting accuracy while supporting appropriate security and confidentiality standards.
• Support post-implementation activities, including troubleshooting, issue resolution, process refinement, and ongoing system optimization.
• Evaluate the operational impact of proposed changes and communicate recommendations, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders.

Senior HR Business Systems Analyst Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, Mathematics, or a related field preferred, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 5–8 years of experience in business systems analysis, HRIS administration, business process analysis, or related enterprise application roles.
• Strong experience supporting HR information systems and business processes, including payroll, benefits, absence management, and HR reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to gather and document business requirements, develop functional specifications, and translate business needs into system solutions.
• Experience supporting system enhancements, implementations, integrations, and ongoing application maintenance.
• Strong understanding of business process modeling, workflow analysis, system configuration, and process improvement methodologies.
• Hands-on experience developing and executing user acceptance testing, regression testing, and system validation activities.
• Experience creating test scripts, documenting results, identifying defects, and coordinating issue resolution with technical teams.
• Proficiency with SQL, data queries, reporting tools, and data extraction techniques preferred.
• Experience developing reports, dashboards, and analytical solutions to support HR operations and business decisions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate complex system issues and identify practical solutions.
• Demonstrated experience identifying automation opportunities and leveraging system functionality to reduce manual work.
• Ability to assess the impact of system changes on business processes, integrations, reporting, and downstream applications.
• Experience leading small to medium-sized technology projects from requirements gathering through implementation and post-launch support.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with experience collaborating across HR, IT, payroll, benefits, and other business functions.
• Ability to develop clear technical documentation, training materials, business process guides, and implementation procedures.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and deliver high-quality results in a dynamic environment.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to data accuracy, confidentiality, and continuous improvement.
• Experience supporting enterprise HR technology platforms and complex organizational environments is highly desirable.

Compensation: (DOE)

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