Program Manager- Payroll Testing

HR Shared Services Center Business Optimization Contractor

The HR Shared Services Center (SSC) Business Optimization team is seeking a talented and detail-oriented contractor to support our Payroll Operations team. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring the integrity and efficiency of our HR and payroll processes through system validations, reconciliations, and testing enhancements within Oracle HCM. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals with a strong background in HR systems, payroll operations, and data analysis to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support HR SSC Payroll Operations by performing system validations and reconciliations in Oracle HCM and related platforms.
• Test, document, and support system enhancements and process improvements within Oracle Cloud HCM.
• Assist in the preparation and execution of audits related to payroll data and HR system transactions.
• Analyze payroll data for accuracy, consistency, and completeness, identifying and helping to resolve discrepancies.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and process documentation for ongoing business optimization initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with HR Technology and HR SSC Payroll to ensure seamless business operations and system integrity.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting, and reconciliation activities.
• Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT) for new system features, enhancements, or integrations.
• Communicate findings, issues, and recommendations to relevant stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.

Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience working within HR Shared Services or Payroll Operations, preferably in a business optimization or systems support capacity.
• Hands-on experience with Oracle Cloud HCM or similar HRIS platforms.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to analyze large data sets and create reports.
• Experience performing data validations, reconciliations, and supporting audits.
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Azure DevOps or similar project management and collaboration tools.
• Background in system testing, UAT coordination, and process optimization projects.
• Familiarity with payroll compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Experience generating reports and analyzing data using Oracle Transactional Business Intelligence (OTBI).

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