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Acara Solutions is seeking a hybrid Senior Business Systems Analyst - Payroll in Phoenix, AZ. 

This role partners closely with Accounting, Payroll, and Business Systems teams to ensure accurate payroll processing, system integrity, and efficient business operations. The position also plays a key role in system enhancements, process improvement initiatives, and project implementation efforts.

Duration: 1-year contract

Pay Rate: $80.00-$90.00/HR 

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and/or participate in projects to define business processes, system scope, and objectives through research and stakeholder collaboration 
• Gather, analyze, and document functional requirements, business rules, and future system needs 
• Analyze workflows and recommend process improvements to streamline, automate, and enhance efficiency 
• Support system upgrades, enhancements, patches, and implementations, including testing, documentation, and end-user training 
• Provide operational support for business systems, including troubleshooting issues and coordinating with IT and vendors 
• Resolve complex payroll-related issues impacting payroll processes, accounts, and cost distribution 
• Assist in the preparation, calculation, and transmission of payroll activities 
• Review, test, and implement payroll practices to ensure accuracy, compliance, and consistency 
• Prepare and support monthly account reconciliations and payroll-related reporting 
• Develop, maintain, and distribute standard and complex reports using reporting tools 
• Ensure data integrity, consistency, and accuracy across all reporting and system outputs 
• Maintain system documentation, business procedures, and training materials 
• Support system security processes and ensure proper controls and documentation are in place 
• Participate in system transformation and cross-functional project initiatives 
• Collaborate with Accounting, Payroll, and Business Systems teams to support projects and resolve issues 
• Coordinate project activities, including scope definition, timelines, testing strategy, and implementation plans 
• Work with end-users to develop implementation plans, timelines, and process improvements 
• Monitor business performance metrics and support reporting on key activities and goals 
• Contribute to business case development, including cost/benefit analysis for system and process improvements 
• Assist in planning, budgeting, and administrative functions as needed 
• Promote cross-functional teamwork and continuous improvement across departments 
• Continuously develop knowledge of business systems, processes, and industry best practices