Payroll Accounting Business/Systems Analyst 2

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

University of Minnesota is seeking a Payroll Accounting Business/Systems Analyst 2 to support Enterprise Financial Systems.

The role focuses on system analysis, design and testing across finance and HR systems, with emphasis on change management and report development. Collaboration with stakeholders and vendors is key.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree or Master’s with two years relevant experience required.
• Experience with PeopleSoft or SAP preferred.
• Knowledge of Payroll Accounting and HCM integration.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with SQL/SQL developer.

Responsibilities

• Lead special projects including process design and system upgrade/implementation.
• Provide production support for finance systems and ensure stability.
• Analyze issues and develop functional design documents and test plans.
• Support SDLC development and testing for monthly releases.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

SQL familiarity

Education

BA/BS degree and two years relevant business or systems experience, or a Master’s degree

Tools

PeopleSoft

SAP

SQL Developer

Job description

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Job Title Payroll Accounting Business/Systems Analyst 2

***Please note this position is not eligible for H-1B or Green Card sponsorship.***
The University of Minnesota is committed to fostering local talent through employment opportunities. This position utilizes a predominantly hybrid work modality; prospective applicants must be located either in the state of Minnesota or near the Wisconsin border or otherwise open to relocation.

Position Overview:
Consider joining our team as a Business/Systems Analyst 2 for the Enterprise Financial Systems Support (EFS Support) department. We work closely in support of the University’s Administration and the user community to provide analytical support of systems and underlying financial business processes and reports. We focus on systems issue resolution, system upgrades, batch processing, system configuration and enhancements to processes and system functionality. This position is responsible for systems and business process analysis, design, implementation (to include change management), report development, and testing within our Enterprise Financial and HR systems.
This position is an excellent opportunity for individuals that excel in:

• Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Operating effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear.
• Anticipating and adopting innovations in business-building digital and technology applications.
• Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Actively learning through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Special Projects - Process Design & System Implementation / Upgrade (50%):

This comprises activities/projects that could be considered one off or possibly cyclical. Examples of this are:

• Application Upgrade and Planning
• Critical Systems and Infrastructure Patching - Vendor
• Fiscal Year End Processing and System Configuration

Related Business Process Software Implementation Production Support (25%):

• Provide technical and functional support to resolve system-related challenges including troubleshooting user issues, monitoring batch processes, and supporting FinOps operations to ensure system stability and performance.
• Collaborate with internal analysts, business stakeholders, developers, and external vendors to ensure solutions meet user needs and system standards.

Analysis, Functional Design (15%):

• Analyze and resolve issues that may require application development or a significant amount of research. Functional design documents are written to specify the needed development or process change.
• Develop functional design documents, test plans, and user documentation to support system development and upgrades.

Development Life Cycle SDLC Management (10%):

• Development and testing of finance analytical reports.

Testing efforts associated with application development and or system maintenance. System Test and Regression Testing on a monthly release cycle.

Qualifications

*Please document qualifications on resume*
Required Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree and two years relevant business or systems experience, or a Master’s degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience working in an analyst capacity with PeopleSoft, SAP, or other enterprise financial system (ERP).
• Previous financial or HR business knowledge including:
  • Payroll Accounting (Commitment Accounting)
  • Payroll
  • HCM Integration
  • Position Management / Budget
  • Grants, Projects and Contracts
  • Billing and Accounts Receivable
• Prior accounting experience / knowledge of financial reporting.
• Previous employment experience in higher education, government, or a public entity.
• Ability to identify solutions to operational issues.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with SQL/SQL developer.

Understanding of information needed to support relevant business processes and decisions.

The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to the above. The employer reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $74,608 - $88,854 annually; depending on education/qualifications/experience

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the
time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.