Senior Data Analyst (HCM PeopleSoft/ERP Systems)

NYU Langone Health is a fully integrated health system that consistently achieves the best patient outcomes through a rigorous focus on quality, resulting in some of the lowest mortality rates in the nation. Ranked the No. 1 comprehensive academic medical center in the country for three consecutive years by Vizient Inc., NYU Langone offers a comprehensive range of medical services across 6 inpatient locations, its Perlmutter Cancer Center, and over 320 outpatient locations in the New York area and Florida. The system includes two tuition-free medical schools and a vast research enterprise with over $1 billion in active NIH awards.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Data Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will play a lead role in supporting enterprise systems optimization and business intelligence initiatives, with a specialized focus on PeopleSoft HCM integrations and processes, HR, and salary data analytics. The incumbent will identify opportunities for process improvement through automation, systems, and reporting, and serve as a delegate for financial issues related to HCM processes or cross-functional projects. This multi-faceted position involves strong data analytics, business acumen, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to implement solutions. You will also train team members and external users, handle project documentation, and manage day-to-day financial operations related to PeopleSoft HCM payroll distribution.

Responsibilities

• Serve as subject matter expert/module delegate for PeopleSoft HCM Commitment Accounting, including system upgrades or implementation of new features/modules.
• Process day-to-day operations related to regular payroll distribution in PeopleSoft HCM, including journal generation for weekly, biweekly, and monthly payrolls.
• Perform reconciliations, including validation of data integrity between subsystems.
• Resolve PeopleSoft functional issues, including management of payroll interfaces, data integration, data extracts/reporting requests, and developing payroll analyses for management.
• Lead functional development/testing of system processes or implementation of new business processes related to PeopleSoft HCM Commitment Accounting.
• Develop and present recommendations for business solutions through research and analysis of data and business processes, and implement when appropriate.
• Develop and maintain business process documentation for Data Management Financials operations, as well as training documents.
• Manage projects related to process documentation and improvements, including developing work plans and providing status updates to management.
• Train users on PeopleSoft HCM payroll distribution processes and reports internally within Finance and externally to Departments.
• Perform ongoing or ad-hoc reporting and analytical projects, including monthly payroll reconciliations, TIAA reconciliations and reclasses, payroll analysis pre-confirmation, and Salary Transfer reconciliations.
• Work independently with minimal supervision and take full ownership of projects.
• Participate in cross-training initiatives and provide coverage for team members during vacancies.
• Perform other tasks as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with a major in a business subject (e.g., accounting, finance, economics) or information systems/technology, and at least three years of related work experience. A graduate degree in business or public administration may substitute for one year of experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of work experience with HCM (Commitment Accounting); knowledge of PeopleSoft FSCM (General Ledger) is a plus.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Intermediate working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Project management certification is preferred.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and deadline-driven environment while managing multiple simultaneous projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with financial reporting, audits, and year-end close processing.
• Experience with system implementations/optimizations and training.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Professional demeanor, with qualities of timeliness, respect, and customer service.

Benefits

NYU Langone Health provides a comprehensive benefits and wellness package designed to support employees and their loved ones at every stage of life. Offerings include:

• A robust support system for career development, family planning, and retirement savings.
• Financial security benefits and a generous time-off program.
• Employee resource groups for peer support.
• Access to a holistic employee wellness program focusing on physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care well-being.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $70,481.60 - $98,827.63 annually. Actual salaries depend on factors such as experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. This range does not include bonuses, incentive pay, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.