Systems Analyst (Fiscal Financial/Payroll Analyst)

Description: Systems Analyst (Fiscal Financial/Payroll Analyst)

• Worksite Type: Fully On-Site
• Location: Everett, WA 98201
• Employment Type: Contract (1+ Years) + Extensions
• Number of Positions: 1
• Relocation: Not Provided

Pay Rate Low: $45/Hr

Pay Rate: high: $60/Hr on W2 (Max)

Job Overview

This role supports payroll and financial systems through design, development, maintenance, and enhancement of applications. The position requires a blend of technical systems expertise and accounting knowledge, particularly in accounts payable and payroll systems.

Additionally, the role involves:

• Running database queries
• Supporting ERP/payroll system transitions
• Collaborating with accounting and technical teams

Current & Upcoming Systems:

• Current Payroll System: HighLine
• Upcoming Implementation: Oracle Fusion (HR/Payroll)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance to accounting technical staff, specialists, and project teams
• Design, develop, modify, and implement financial/payroll reporting tools
• Document application designs and deliver user training
• Support general and subsidiary ledger reconciliation
• Review and approve financial source entries
• Monitor and organize financial and fiscal data sources
• Support budget processes with financial insights
• Resolve accounting discrepancies and disputes

• Participate in implementation, upgrades, and maintenance of financial/payroll systems
• Design application modifications and perform testing
• Develop and deliver end-user training materials
• Evaluate system integration requests and data requirements
• Analyze business processes, workflows, and reporting needs

• Develop and recommend policies, procedures, and rules
• Interpret and communicate policies to stakeholders
• Research federal, state, and local laws related to payroll, retirement, and accounts payable

• Support coordination of team activities
• Provide training and guidance to staff
• Facilitate accounting-related group meetings

• Support accounting technician and specialist duties as needed
• Maintain confidentiality of financial and personnel information
• Perform related duties and act on behalf of senior roles when required

• Bachelor's degree in:
• Business Administration, Public Administration, Computer Science, or related field
• Experience:
• Minimum 4 years in financial or specialized accounting field
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered
• Must pass job-related assessments

Knowledge & Skills

• Accounting and finance practices (municipal preferred)
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Payroll and accounts payable processes
• Data analysis, reporting, and database concepts
• Relational database tools
• ERP systems (preferred exposure to Oracle Fusion)
• Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, databases, presentations)

• Plan and execute complex projects
• Analyze, synthesize, and interpret data
• Design and develop database applications
• Create clear documentation and training materials
• Resolve operational and system-related issues
• Communicate effectively (written and verbal)
• Work collaboratively across teams
• Learn and apply regulatory requirements quickly
• Work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Operate with minimal supervision

• Standard office setting
• Occasional travel within the county
• May require evenings, weekends, or holiday work

• Financial Systems Analysis
• Payroll Systems (HighLine / Oracle Fusion)
• Accounts Payable
• GAAP & Accounting Principles
• SQL / Database Querying
• ERP Implementation & Support
• Data Analysis & Reporting
• System Integration & Testing
• Business Process Analysis
• Policy & Compliance Interpretation

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