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Business Systems Analyst (Payroll Systems)
  • Job Number: 24504
  • Functional Area: Finance/Accounting
  • Department: Office of the Vice President for Finance
  • School Area: VP for Finance
  • Employment Type: Full-time (Hybrid)
  • Employment Category: Exempt
  • Visa Sponsorship Available: No
  • Schedule:


Posting Description

BUSINESS SYSTEMS ANALYST, Office of the Vice President for Finance (VPF), to work with business partners in VPF and across departments, labs, centers, and institutes (DLCIs) to align technology solutions with business strategies related to MIT’s financial operations; analyze, design, maintain, and support MIT’s time management, payroll, and distribution systems and related business processes; gather, analyze, and communicate moderately complex business requirements and processes; perform testing; develop and maintain documentation; troubleshoot issues related to assigned business processes, systems, or projects; manage multiple small-to-medium sized related projects and deadlines with minimal supervision.

VPF posts full job descriptions here.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, accounting, or a related field; at least five years of experience in payroll or related field; solid knowledge of SAP’s Human Resources and Payroll modules or other enterprise-level system; previous business analysis experience; robust problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze and synthesize information in a concise manner and make recommendations to resolve issues; proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; demonstrated experience providing superior customer service, including but not limited to the ability to interact with individuals at various levels at the Institute; proven interpersonal skills and ability to build positive relationships with key constituents within VPF and in the broader MIT community; ability to maintain a respectful demeanor and deal with sensitive matters with tact and diplomacy; excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports and give presentations; demonstrated adaptability, flexibility, and ability to reprioritize workload as necessary. PREFERRED: higher education experience; business analysis training; understanding of traditional (waterfall) project management methodology or agile methodology; and familiarity with Smartsheet. Job #24504-9

This is a three-year term position.

Salary range: $90,000 - $115,000.

10/10/2024