Business Analyst

Position will be remote. Program will allow candidates who are within the state (Any location within the State of Texas).

Clinet requires the services of 1 Systems Analyst 3, hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of Systems Analyst 3, Applications/Software Development and the specifications outlined in this document for the Clinet

All work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire" and are the property of the Clinet and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law. Clinet will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s).

Level Description

8 or more years of experience, relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, independently performs a variety of complicated tasks, a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

Job Description

Understands business objectives and problems, identifies alternative solutions, performs studies and cost/benefit analysis of alternatives. Analyzes user requirements, procedures, and problems to automate processing or to improve existing computer system: Confers with personnel of organizational units involved to analyze current operational procedures, identify problems, and learn specific input and output requirements, such as forms of data input, how data is to be; summarized, and formats for reports. Writes detailed description of user needs, program functions, and steps required to develop or modify computer program. Reviews computer system capabilities, specifications, and scheduling limitations to determine if requested program or program change is possible within existing system.

Additional Job Details And Special Considerations

Texas Health and Human Services Commission requires the services of a PeopleSoft Financials Business Analyst. This PeopleSoft FSCM 9.2 business analyst role is ideal for a candidate with a strong business analyst background and deep understanding of business processes. Prior experience in a techno-functional role is not required, and a focus on business acumen is preferred. The Business Analyst will be part of a dedicated CAPPS Financials upgrade project team.

The Business Analyst must have a solid understanding of both the PeopleSoft General Ledger and Commitment Accounting modules and fund accounting in government. In addition, they must be able to serve as a backup on one or more of the Accounts Payable, Purchasing, or Asset Management modules.

The core duties include requirement analysis, conducting review meetings with subject matter experts (SMEs), documenting complex system requirements, processes, test scenarios, test scripts, and training, performing hands-on testing, and supporting multiple test cycles.

Must demonstrate and excel in communicating and working with a diverse team with collaboration tools competently in a remote work environment. Also, must be able to estimate work, set deadlines, and communicate effectively.

Work Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Central

Minimum Requirements

II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity. Years Required/Preferred Experience 8 Required Experience as a Business Analyst on PeopleSoft Financials and Supply Chain Management (FSCM) on implementation or upgrade projects 8 Required Experience as a Business Analyst with PeopleSoft FSCM 9.2 General Ledger and Commitment Accounting. 8 Required Experience as a Business Analyst in identifying requirements and creating formal functional documents for key business stakeholders and SMEs 8 Required Experience as a Business Analyst in conducting formal work sessions and functional analysis presentations 8 Required Experience in performing hands-on end-to-end system integration and external interface testing 8 Required (at least 4) Experience with Microsoft O365 applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) 8 Required (at least 2) Experience with MS Team and Channel communication with a large team 4 Preferred (at least 2) Experience with MS Team and Channel communication with a large team 2 Preferred Experience working with the Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA) CAPPS Financials 2 Preferred Experience with PeopleSoft FSCM 9.2 eProcurement, Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Contracts 2 Preferred Experience with PeopleSoft Approval Workflow Engine (AWE) 2 Preferred Experience with SharePoint 1 Preferred Experience with Jira 1 Preferred Experience working with the Scrum framework 1 Preferred Experience with STAT