SAP HR Payroll Technology Business Analyst IV

Basic Function

Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates payroll processes and user needs for Human Resources, and payroll issues for various business units. Documents requirements, defines scope and objectives, performs system configuration, and formulates solutions for SAP HCM payroll. Employs expertise in a wide variety of concepts, practices, and procedures including: accounting, budgeting, capital asset management, expense management, capital improvements, audit, HR, and Payroll. Performs duties in a safe, efficient manner and in compliance with all applicable rules and safety procedures.

Responsibilities and Specific Duties

• Prepares high-quality documentation of scope requirements and objectives in both written and graphical format, for complex systems and processes.
• Develops system configuration and workflow designs for highly complex systems.
• Performs complex data retrievals utilizing common data extraction tools.
• Builds and manages effective partnerships with business units and IT groups.
• Prepares and delivers timely, well organized and informative presentations of work for management.
• Leads integrated system testing efforts to ensure system functions as designed.
• Develops training materials and conducts training classes as needed.
• May lead and direct the work of others.
• Provides excellent customer service to METRO internal and external customers.
• Applies SMS (Safety Management System) methods and principles in daily routine and supports all aspects of the agency’s Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP).
• Promotes safety awareness and follows safety procedures to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

      Salary Rate:  $99,100 - $130,100

Education Requirement

Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.

Years & Experience Required

Minimum of six (6) years experience in relevant process analysis. Advanced experience with standard office software, diagramming software, processes and tools such as SAP Payroll, BSI Tax Factory, SAP ABAP, LSMW, SAP Adhoc Query, SAP InfoSet Management, Java, Webdynpro for Java/ABAP Microsoft SQL Server – Transact SQL

Knowledge & Skills Required

Must be able to apply advanced technical understanding to complex technical solutions. Strong knowledge of project management best practices. Excellent customer service and organizational skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to quantify and communicate impact of new technology to the business units; and to facilitate the presentation of ideas and recommendations. Understanding of complex data models and relational databases. ERP or other related certifications preferred, i.e. SAP Certified Application Associate, SAP HR Certification, etc.

Additional Information

The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County, Texas has a zero tolerance drug and alcohol policy for all employees. All internal and external applicants will be required to undergo drug testing before employment and will be subject to further drug and/or alcohol testing throughout their employment.

Further, employees who perform safety-sensitive functions will submit to drug and/or alcohol testing in accordance to the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulatory requirements.

We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or disability.