Business Analyst - Careers at Robert Half
Robert Half
Business Analyst - Careers at Robert Half
Job Description
About the Business Analyst Role at Robert Half
Robert Half is seeking an experienced Business Analyst for a critical contract position in Tampa, Florida. This high-impact role centers on managing a time-sensitive HR and payroll data migration project from Paylocity to a new enterprise system. As a key player in this transformation, you will bridge HR, IT, and vendor teams to ensure flawless data transitions, accurate payroll configurations, and zero-disruption cutover. Perfect for seasoned analysts who thrive in fast-paced environments with tight deadlines, this opportunity offers immediate project exposure and collaboration with enterprise-level stakeholders.
Working on-site or hybrid in Tampa, FL, you'll deliver tangible results that directly impact payroll accuracy for thousands of employees. Robert Half places you at the forefront of HR technology innovation, leveraging your expertise in data migration and payroll systems to drive success.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Data Migration Efforts
Spearhead the complete migration of payroll and employee master data from Paylocity, including historical records, ensuring 100% data integrity. Map complex data fields across legacy and target systems while mitigating risks associated with large-scale transfers.
Configure and Validate Payroll Systems
Hands-on configuration of critical payroll elements such as earnings codes, deduction codes, tax settings, and benefit integrations. Perform rigorous data validation, discrepancy resolution, and parallel payroll testing to guarantee post-migration accuracy.
Testing and Cutover Coordination
Develop and execute comprehensive validation scripts, manage exception reporting, and oversee parallel payroll runs. Coordinate cutover activities with external vendors, monitoring every phase to prevent payroll disruptions during go-live.
Stakeholder Communication and Documentation
Maintain transparent progress reporting to executives and teams. Create detailed migration documentation, test results, and knowledge transfer materials for sustained system success.
Required Qualifications
To excel in this Business Analyst role, candidates must demonstrate:
- 5+ years in HR/payroll Business Analysis, with Paylocity migration experience highly preferred
- Deep expertise in payroll data mapping, configuration, and testing methodologies
- Proven ability to collaborate across HR, IT, and vendor ecosystems
- Strong analytical skills for data validation and issue resolution under pressure
- Experience with validation scripting, parallel testing, and exception management
- Excellent documentation and communication skills for stakeholder engagement
- Contract/project-based experience in high-stakes environments
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or equivalent
Tampa, FL local candidates preferred for hybrid/on-site requirements.
Why Join Us at Robert Half?
Robert Half offers unparalleled opportunities for Business Analysts in Tampa's thriving job market. Enjoy competitive contract rates (market: $50+/hr), weekly pay, and flexible hybrid schedules. Gain exposure to Fortune-caliber clients, cutting-edge HR tech stacks, and high-visibility projects that enhance your resume.
Our dedicated recruiters provide ongoing support, career coaching, and access to exclusive opportunities across finance, IT, and HR sectors. With Robert Half's 70+ years of staffing excellence, this role positions you for contract extensions, skill expansion, and potential direct-hire transitions. Join a network of top professionals driving digital transformation in Tampa, Florida.
Apply today to elevate your career with Robert Half's premier Business Analyst opportunities!
Locations
- Tampa, Florida, United States
Salary
50,000 - 75,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Paylocity expertiseintermediate
- HR data migrationintermediate
- Payroll configurationintermediate
- Data validationintermediate
- Cross-functional collaborationintermediate
- Payroll testingintermediate
- Vendor coordinationintermediate
- Stakeholder communicationintermediate
- Data mappingintermediate
- Documentation skillsintermediate
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of Business Analyst experience in HR/payroll systems (experience)
- Proven track record in payroll data migrations (Paylocity preferred) (experience)
- Strong knowledge of payroll configurations including earnings/deduction codes (experience)
- Experience with data validation, testing, and exception management (experience)
- Excellent collaboration skills with HR, IT, and vendor teams (experience)
- Ability to manage tight deadlines and high-priority projects (experience)
- Proficiency in developing validation scripts and documentation (experience)
- Contract experience preferred (experience)
- Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, or related field (experience)
- Location: Tampa, FL area (hybrid/on-site as needed) (experience)
Responsibilities
- Lead the migration of payroll and employee data from Paylocity to the new system
- Collaborate with HR and IT teams to map essential data fields and ensure alignment
- Validate migrated data, identify discrepancies, and implement corrective solutions
- Configure payroll settings including earnings codes, deduction codes, and historical data
- Coordinate with external vendors for seamless payroll system cutover activities
- Conduct and support comprehensive payroll testing including parallel runs and exception handling
- Develop and execute validation scripts to verify payroll accuracy
- Monitor and resolve issues during all testing phases for smooth transition
- Provide detailed documentation for migration, testing, and configuration activities
- Maintain proactive communication with stakeholders on progress, risks, and resolutions
Benefits
- general: Competitive hourly/contract compensation
- general: Flexible work arrangements (hybrid options available)
- general: Immediate project impact on high-priority initiative
- general: Opportunity to work with cutting-edge HR/payroll systems
- general: Professional growth through collaboration with top-tier teams
- general: Weekly pay cycles through Robert Half
- general: Access to Robert Half's extensive career network and resources
- general: Comprehensive support from dedicated Robert Half account team
- general: Potential for long-term contract extensions or permanent opportunities
- general: Prestigious client portfolio and Fortune-level exposure
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Job Description
About the Business Analyst Role at Robert Half
Robert Half is seeking an experienced Business Analyst for a critical contract position in Tampa, Florida. This high-impact role centers on managing a time-sensitive HR and payroll data migration project from Paylocity to a new enterprise system. As a key player in this transformation, you will bridge HR, IT, and vendor teams to ensure flawless data transitions, accurate payroll configurations, and zero-disruption cutover. Perfect for seasoned analysts who thrive in fast-paced environments with tight deadlines, this opportunity offers immediate project exposure and collaboration with enterprise-level stakeholders.
Working on-site or hybrid in Tampa, FL, you'll deliver tangible results that directly impact payroll accuracy for thousands of employees. Robert Half places you at the forefront of HR technology innovation, leveraging your expertise in data migration and payroll systems to drive success.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Data Migration Efforts
Spearhead the complete migration of payroll and employee master data from Paylocity, including historical records, ensuring 100% data integrity. Map complex data fields across legacy and target systems while mitigating risks associated with large-scale transfers.
Configure and Validate Payroll Systems
Hands-on configuration of critical payroll elements such as earnings codes, deduction codes, tax settings, and benefit integrations. Perform rigorous data validation, discrepancy resolution, and parallel payroll testing to guarantee post-migration accuracy.
Testing and Cutover Coordination
Develop and execute comprehensive validation scripts, manage exception reporting, and oversee parallel payroll runs. Coordinate cutover activities with external vendors, monitoring every phase to prevent payroll disruptions during go-live.
Stakeholder Communication and Documentation
Maintain transparent progress reporting to executives and teams. Create detailed migration documentation, test results, and knowledge transfer materials for sustained system success.
Required Qualifications
To excel in this Business Analyst role, candidates must demonstrate:
- 5+ years in HR/payroll Business Analysis, with Paylocity migration experience highly preferred
- Deep expertise in payroll data mapping, configuration, and testing methodologies
- Proven ability to collaborate across HR, IT, and vendor ecosystems
- Strong analytical skills for data validation and issue resolution under pressure
- Experience with validation scripting, parallel testing, and exception management
- Excellent documentation and communication skills for stakeholder engagement
- Contract/project-based experience in high-stakes environments
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or equivalent
Tampa, FL local candidates preferred for hybrid/on-site requirements.
Why Join Us at Robert Half?
Robert Half offers unparalleled opportunities for Business Analysts in Tampa's thriving job market. Enjoy competitive contract rates (market: $50+/hr), weekly pay, and flexible hybrid schedules. Gain exposure to Fortune-caliber clients, cutting-edge HR tech stacks, and high-visibility projects that enhance your resume.
Our dedicated recruiters provide ongoing support, career coaching, and access to exclusive opportunities across finance, IT, and HR sectors. With Robert Half's 70+ years of staffing excellence, this role positions you for contract extensions, skill expansion, and potential direct-hire transitions. Join a network of top professionals driving digital transformation in Tampa, Florida.
Apply today to elevate your career with Robert Half's premier Business Analyst opportunities!
Locations
- Tampa, Florida, United States
Salary
50,000 - 75,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Paylocity expertiseintermediate
- HR data migrationintermediate
- Payroll configurationintermediate
- Data validationintermediate
- Cross-functional collaborationintermediate
- Payroll testingintermediate
- Vendor coordinationintermediate
- Stakeholder communicationintermediate
- Data mappingintermediate
- Documentation skillsintermediate
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of Business Analyst experience in HR/payroll systems (experience)
- Proven track record in payroll data migrations (Paylocity preferred) (experience)
- Strong knowledge of payroll configurations including earnings/deduction codes (experience)
- Experience with data validation, testing, and exception management (experience)
- Excellent collaboration skills with HR, IT, and vendor teams (experience)
- Ability to manage tight deadlines and high-priority projects (experience)
- Proficiency in developing validation scripts and documentation (experience)
- Contract experience preferred (experience)
- Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, or related field (experience)
- Location: Tampa, FL area (hybrid/on-site as needed) (experience)
Responsibilities
- Lead the migration of payroll and employee data from Paylocity to the new system
- Collaborate with HR and IT teams to map essential data fields and ensure alignment
- Validate migrated data, identify discrepancies, and implement corrective solutions
- Configure payroll settings including earnings codes, deduction codes, and historical data
- Coordinate with external vendors for seamless payroll system cutover activities
- Conduct and support comprehensive payroll testing including parallel runs and exception handling
- Develop and execute validation scripts to verify payroll accuracy
- Monitor and resolve issues during all testing phases for smooth transition
- Provide detailed documentation for migration, testing, and configuration activities
- Maintain proactive communication with stakeholders on progress, risks, and resolutions
Benefits
- general: Competitive hourly/contract compensation
- general: Flexible work arrangements (hybrid options available)
- general: Immediate project impact on high-priority initiative
- general: Opportunity to work with cutting-edge HR/payroll systems
- general: Professional growth through collaboration with top-tier teams
- general: Weekly pay cycles through Robert Half
- general: Access to Robert Half's extensive career network and resources
- general: Comprehensive support from dedicated Robert Half account team
- general: Potential for long-term contract extensions or permanent opportunities
- general: Prestigious client portfolio and Fortune-level exposure
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Answer 10 quick questions to check your fit for Business Analyst - Careers at Robert Half @ Robert Half.
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