Functional Analyst III

Nakupuna Consulting is looking for a Functional Analyst III to provide functional expertise in PeopleSoft HCM/FSCM with a focus on Human Resources, Recruiting, Profiles, Time and Labor, and the Global Payroll module; work with end users to understand requirements and document functional design solutions that are in line with business needs while staying consistent with the application architecture; test customizations and configurations to ensure requirements have been met; assist in training users in the proper way to use the system. Mentor the Functional Analyst team and work with the Development and Testing team to assist in their efforts. Manage and take responsibility for the work tracking tool and ensuring that work tickets are thorough, and data is accurate. Own documentation that is created and provide to the client. Own work status updates to the client and could lead other teams or sub teams.

The following reflects management's definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign additional duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Analyze user needs to determine functional, cross-functional, technical, and security requirements
• Contribute to the development, review, and maintenance of contract deliverables and project documentation
• Communicate effectively both written and verbally with team members, customers, and stakeholders
• Work with customers, users and project leads in analyzing, designing, implementing and supporting HR and Payroll and Payroll Accounting business applications and systems
• Serve as primary author of various technical and functional documents and project deliverables (e.g., Functional Designs, Business Process Maps, Test Plans, User Training Guides, Functional Requirements, system configuration documents, etc.)
• Develop agendas, status reports, document and distribute meeting minutes, track action items and risks, facilitate meetings, present these documents to the stakeholders
• Write test plans, create test scripts, execute tests and document test results
• Coordinate user acceptance testing and other user testing efforts by business users
• Perform business process analysis and offer recommendations for customization versus configuration
• Interact with business customers (internal and external) to understand and document their business processes and requirements
• Work with development team to design and implement system modifications
• Effectively contribute to technical discussions
• Develop strong relationships with business users in all HR and Payroll and Payroll Accounting functional areas
• Successfully manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously
• Participate in design reviews and provide constructive feedback to the team
• Work on cross functional projects with groups such as HR, Payroll, Recruiting, Finance, etc.
• Mentor the Functional Analyst team to help train them for the next level and demonstrate what good looks like
• Possibly lead a small team or sub team of individuals
• Assist the Product Manager to ensure that work tasks are completed on time
• May be asked to create and present metrics for team development work and other items like requirements, and overall product status

Skills/Qualifications: The ideal addition to our Ohana will be responsive, have excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and listening), be a team player, promote consensus, embrace learning, and be a consummate problem solver. Other skills required of this position: Requirements Analysis, Planning, Database Management, Presenting Technical Information, Problem Solving, Data Modeling, Strategic Planning, Ad Hoc Reporting, Data Maintenance, and Managing Small Teams.

Be self-motivated and self-monitoring, ad hoc reporting, ability to work seamlessly in a team environment or with autonomy, strength in multi-tasking and organization.

Education and Experience: This position prefers a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution as well as a minimum of eight (8) years of professional experience in the industry. Experience in or work for the U.S. military or Department of Defense is also highly desirable. The ideal candidate will also have experience with the following:

• Interacting with business users directly to collect requirements, create requirements documents, and functional specification documents for system improvements
• Working closely with technical teams to translate functional specifications into technical solutions
• Writing SQL queries, data analysis and validation
• Creating SOPs
• Knowledge of Integration points to and from PeopleSoft HCM & FSCM systems
• Managing and owning tasks until completion
• PeopleSoft HCM with Human Resources, Profiles, Time and Labor, and Recruiting and/or PeopleSoft FSCM General Ledger and Accounts Receivable with specific experience in overall configuration
• PeopleSoft Payroll (preferably Global Payroll) and Payroll Accounting Interface to FSCM General Ledger
• PeopleSoft application upgrades

Clearance: A background investigation at the T3 level is required, as this is not currently a classified position. Must be a U.S. citizen.

Work Location: Work location will be in Arlington, Virginia 2 days on-site with a hybrid option.

Physical Requirements: The ideal candidate must at a minimum be able to meet the following physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Ability to perform repetitive motions with the hands, wrists, and fingers.
• Ability to engage in and follow audible communications in emergency situations.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer.

The Nakupuna Companies are dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment while providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require special assistance or accommodations during your job application process, please contact recruiting@nakupuna.com.