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The HRIS & Finance Systems Analyst designs, develops, and implements the Oracle Cloud programming code for all Oracle Applications for the end users in the Human Resources, Benefits, Payroll, and Financial Services departments, including monitoring systemsâ™ performance, data integrity, identifying systemsâ™ changes, making recommendations and conducting programming to implement and update software as needed. Work with the ITâ™s Oracle Programmer/Analysts to design, develop and implement customization and reporting for departments. Serves as primary liaison between HR, Benefits, Payroll, and Financial Services to Information Technology (IT). 

• Systems Analyst support for Human Resources, Benefits, Payroll and Financial Services departmentsâ™ Oracle applications. Understand the functionality of the applications with a detailed understanding of these departments.


• Support, implement and create extensions to the Oracle applications as requested by users and approved by the department; interface with end users to develop specifications and required functionality; implement and test the functionality and ensure it meets the needs


• Support Oracle application end-user tools including installation, troubleshooting, permissions, access, org changes, etc.


• Develop documentation of processes and procedures in support of end-user training


• Provide web page updates and monitor data storage procedures


• Utilize knowledge and expertise in support of compliance requirements, annual projects such as Benefits Open Enrollment, and ad hoc functional area projects.


• Department support effort distribution is estimated as 40% Human Resources (including Benefits, core HR, recruitment, etc.), 20% Payroll, 10% Financial Services, 15% Information retrieval and report generation, 5% Web application implementation and management, 5% Document imaging and data warehousing, and 5% Training and end-user support.


• Other duties as assigned

Required:

Education:  Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, HRIS Management, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.    

Experience: 3+ years of programming and/or analysis experience with a complex relational database with 2 years experience specifically with HR, payroll or accounts payable.  Knowledge of the HR/payroll functions and knowledge of the Information Systems profession to understand the needs of both areas and function with a project team to make sure all needs are met.

Working knowledge of and experience with management of information and programming various software programs, in Oracle. Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, and data management skills.  Report writing skills. Proven ability to work as a team player as well as independently. Proven ability to project manage, including establishing project plans, timelines, and status tracking. Demonstrated communications skills (verbal and written) with the ability to effectively understand the needs of other individuals and departments. Training, problem-solving and critical thinking skills are critical.  Proven ability to analyze, research, recommend, design, develop and implement information vision and strategies. Must be highly motivated and proactive. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Accuracy and detail-oriented. Ability to effectively work on multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred experience: Experience with Oracle Cloud. Exposure to and general understanding of human resources management and payroll functions.  Experience with Perceptive Content and internet, intranet and website design and updates.  Awareness of information systems and HR, Payroll, Accounts Payable industry trends and regulations.

Required documents needed to apply:

• On-line application


• Cover Letter


• Resume


• List of Three References

Pay Range:  Commensurate with experience

In order to prevent or significantly reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission at Skidmore College and protect all members of the College community from infection, successful candidates will be required to submit proof of full vaccination as a condition of employment, unless exempted as a reasonable accommodation of a medical condition or sincerely religious belief or practice.

EEO STATEMENT

Skidmore College is committed to being an inclusive campus community and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, dating violence, or stalking, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Employment at Skidmore College is contingent upon an acceptable background check result.

CREATIVE THOUGHT MATTERS.

About Skidmore College

Skidmore is a highly selective liberal arts college with a reputation for its creative approaches to just about everything. With its relatively small size and student-faculty ratio, the College is a close-knit academic community. Skidmore is known for its faculty of teacher-scholars devoted to the instruction and mentoring of undergraduates; approximately 2,400 talented men and women from some 47 states and 46 countries.In the universe of selective, private liberal arts colleges, Skidmore's distinctiveness is expressed in the statement that "Creative Thought Matters". This idea reflects not only the historical strength of the College's programs in the fine and performing arts but also the understanding that creativity is required for achievement in any area of human endeavor.The city of Saratoga Springs is widely recognized as one of America's great communities. It is located in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains, within a three-to-four-hour drive from New York City, Boston or Montreal. Travel & Leisure calls Saratoga Springs one of "America's Greatest Main Streets" as well as "one of the best college towns in the nation," Money Magazine says it's one of the nation's top 100... places to live, and Princeton Review describes it as a "perfect college town." It's a community rich in history and tradition. Famed mineral waters, a Revolutionary War battlefield, and the nation's oldest thoroughbred racetrack represent portions of that history. Also, it's a community of arts and culture. The Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) is the summer home to the New York City Ballet, Philadelphia Orchestra, and a performing venue for top rock and jazz musicians.The Skidmore College community awaits your arrival, so if you welcome challenges and are interested in making a difference, come join us!

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