Payroll

Oracle Cloud Payroll Functional Lead

Client is looking for a highly experienced team-oriented Oracle Cloud Payroll Functional Lead to join client's talented consulting team. This is a US based contract, with travel to customer sites as needed. Work location: Remote. Working time zone: MST preferred. Work hours: 8.00 to 5.00 MST. End client location: Scottsdale, AZ. Migration or new implementation project: Implementation. Travel: Yes to Scottsdale, AZ up to 25%. Expenses Covered: Yes.

What Candidate Will Do:

• Consult on best practices on Oracle Cloud Payroll policies
• Be an expert in the configuration of and management of the Oracle Cloud ERP Payroll applications
• Provide best-practice guidance on payroll business processes and implementation
• Support the definition and validation of various payroll related conversion activities
• Publish weekly status reports to the project management team
• Coordinate efforts between other Module resources to implement the best solution for the client
• Act as Oracle Cloud Payroll SME to understand the business requirements and interpret them to appropriate configurations of the Oracle Cloud Payroll module
• Create and update test scripts needed for functional testing
• Maintain system related processes and documentation and suggest changes to procedures
• Assist with continuous process improvement and provide insights into best practices
• Provide assistance in key system processes (i.e. payroll cycle management, monthly payroll accruals, garnishment and lien processing, etc.).
• Work with technical streams and provide guidance on integrations, conversions and reports

What Candidate Will Bring:

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 5 years of experience as an Oracle Cloud Payroll Lead with 2-4 years of experience in implementing Oracle Cloud
• Experience with public sector clients like state governments, counties and cities, considered a plus
• Applicants with hands-on experience with Oracle HCM Cloud Tools such as HCM Extract, HDL, PBL experience are preferred
• Experience with monthly and quarterly patch testing/issue resolution, perform impact analysis and testing
• Ability to lead complete software development lifecycle including analysis, design, configuration, programming and unit testing
• Assist clients with business requirements and suggest changes for process improvements
• Produce end-user documentation and facilitate knowledge transfer
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills, problem solving/debugging skills
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with a diverse group of people
• Capable to work independently, take initiative with minimal supervision yet can participate as a team member with a willingness to help where needed
• Excellent verbal and written communication, active listening and interpersonal skills
• Organized and detail oriented