Payroll Tester (Level 2)

Job Title: Payroll Tester (Level 2)
Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid - On-site Hyattsville, Washington, DC, and Alexandria, VA)
Type: Contract to Hire
Contractor Work Model: Hybrid
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OVERVIEW:
ALTA IT Service LLC is seeking a skilled Payroll Tester (Level 2) to support the implementation and testing of Oracle Cloud Payroll, Time & Labor, and Absence Management modules. This hybrid role requires occasional on-site work at locations in Hyattsville, Washington, DC, and Alexandria, VA. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in payroll systems, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with technical and business teams.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Execute functional testing for Oracle Cloud Payroll, Time & Labor, and Absence Management modules.
• Create test scripts and data for configuration, interface, and report validation.
• Resolve payroll, time, and leave errors during testing phases.
• Analyze interface issues and perform root cause analysis on data discrepancies.
• Develop and execute complex ad-hoc queries using Oracle OTBI.
• Collaborate with technical teams to ensure integration points function correctly.
• Support UAT and end-user training sessions.
• Document business processes, configurations, and system modifications.
• Evaluate and test new or modified software programs for compliance with user requirements.
• Recommend improvements and corrections based on testing outcomes.
• Conduct compatibility tests and monitor systems during program testing.
• Prepare detailed specifications and documentation for application software packages.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• Minimum 7 years of experience testing payroll, timekeeping, and absence modules.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience supporting Payroll modules.
• Strong knowledge of payroll principles, calculations, tax regulations, and unionized environments.
• Experience with Oracle Fusion Cloud applications (HCM, Financials, Procurement).
• Proficiency in SQL and Oracle OTBI for data validation and reporting.
• Experience with test management tools (e.g., JIRA, Azure DevOps).
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Experience in all phases of Application Life Cycle Management.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Experience with PeopleSoft Payroll and Kronos Timekeeping.
• Certifications in Software Testing (e.g., ISTQB).
• Experience with automated testing tools and cloud-based applications.
• Prior experience in the public sector or large government agencies.
• Knowledge of transit business processes and legacy systems.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joul, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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Ref: #850-Rockville (ALTA IT)