What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peoplesoft Business Analyst position at B&A?
Peoplesoft Business Analyst:
At B&A, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers that combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value – not only to us as an organization, but to the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients, and with each other, as one team working towards a common vision. We’d love for you to join our team!
Job Summary
B&A is looking for a PeopleSoft Business Analyst to join a contract with a federal government client in support of an important mission. The ideal candidate will be responsible for analyzing, designing, and implementing PeopleSoft applications to support business needs. This role requires a deep understanding of PeopleSoft modules, business process analysis, and system configuration. The PeopleSoft Business Analyst will work closely with stakeholders to ensure optimal performance and functionality of PeopleSoft solutions.
Responsibilities
- The business systems analyst position requires in-depth knowledge of enterprise resource planning and budget planning application, data structures and business process optimization of application programs.
- The BA will be working with subject matter experts to elicit requirements, validate, interpret and design business requirements into writing technical specifications, business re-engineering, design, test the application, and implement with minimal coaching, perform technical analysis, technical design, unit testing, and deployment.
- Meet deadlines, while effectively managing priorities and communication progress. participate in specification reviews throughout the software life cycle. Analyze dependencies between development projects.
- work with QA by participating in test plan reviews, attending triage meetings.
- collaborate with internal teams to produce requirements.
- proactively monitors and reports performance utilization across business requirements.
- Determine the best course of action for meeting business needs and provide consultive expertise to customers on how to best use systems.
- Interacts with executive level business users or technical experts.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's Degree or related field or equivalent experience.
- 6 years of experience with analytical skills, critical thinking, problem solving and risk analysis.
- 5 years if experience working with finance, budget planning and business intelligence applications.
- 5 years of experience supporting that builds ERP applications.
Required Skills
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Strong understanding of PeopleSoft modules such as HCM, Finance, or Payroll.
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Experience in business process analysis, requirement gathering, and documentation.
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Knowledge of PeopleSoft Query, SQL, and reporting tools.
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Familiarity with PeopleTools, PeopleCode, and Application Engine is a plus.
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Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
Desired Skills
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Experience with PeopleSoft upgrades, patches, and customizations.
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Knowledge of integrations between PeopleSoft and third-party applications.
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Project management experience or certification (PMP, Agile, etc.).
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Previous experience in HR, Finance, or Payroll functions.
Security Clearance
- Able to obtain a security clearance.
More About B&A:
Notable Clients
B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more.
B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
B&A affirms its long-standing commitment to maintain a diverse workforce reflective of the communities in which it operates, strives to maintain a business culture that recognizes the contributions and interests of diverse cultural and social groups, and seeks to maximize employee efforts by understanding individual differences and perspectives.
Benefits and Programs
B&A is proud to offer full time employees a 100% premium paid medical plan option, which includes coverage for medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, disability, Teladoc, and accident insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, tuition assistance, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, commuter transit benefits (SmartBenefits) for DC Metro full-time employees and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU).
B&A is proud to offer full time employees a 100% premium paid medical plan option, which includes coverage for medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, disability, Teladoc, and accident insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, tuition assistance, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, commuter transit benefits (SmartBenefits) for DC Metro full-time employees and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU).
B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance.
These include:
- The B&A Cares program: on-staff registered counselor, 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, wellness challenges, and more
- A formal mentorship program
- Job shadowing and cross training opportunities
- Brand Ambassador program
- Lifeworks Employee Assistance Program (EAP): engagement through guided wellness and peer recognition. Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
- Monthly virtual events
- B&A Annual Wellness Challenge: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, and #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more
At B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A puts an emphasis on charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and many more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award recipient by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award.
EEO
B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A’s offices, and other workplaces (including client sites) and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work-related activities.
EEO is the Law
Affirmative Action Plan
As a federal government contractor and based on Executive Orders and applicable laws and regulations, B&A develops and maintains annual written Affirmative Action Plans and endeavors to hire and advance qualified minorities, females, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.
B&A participates in e-Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s I-9 Form to confirm work authorization.
