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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # HR Business Systems Analyst - **Company:** LHH - **Location:** Portland, OR, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $83,200.0 - $96,720.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Business Software, Business Process Modeling, Business Systems, Software Documentation, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Network Troubleshooting, Regression Testing, Software Tools, SQL Databases, System Testing, Test Scripts, HR Software, Information Technology, Programming Languages - **Published:** November 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.lhh.com/en-us/search-jobs/x/us_en_27_859470_3143037 ## About the Role The ideal candidate combines strong business analysis and HR systems knowledge with hands-on experience in requirements gathering, system testing, SQL, reporting, process improvement, and stakeholder management., * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and applicable experience. * Approximately 5 to 8 years of relevant experience in areas such as: + Business requirements definition and analysis + Business process modeling + Functional systems design + User acceptance testing + HR systems or business systems analysis + Programming languages, software tools, or business applications * Demonstrated experience developing detailed requirements for successful system enhancements or implementations. * Strong experience with system testing, regression testing, documentation, and issue communication. * Experience developing SQL queries, extracts, reports, and dashboards. * Ability to analyze complex data and system issues and recommend practical solutions. * Ability to understand the downstream data and system implications of business decisions. * Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a cross-functional team. * Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. * Experience implementing new or enhanced business processes across multiple stakeholder groups. * Ability to identify and implement opportunities to reduce manual effort through system functionality and automation., * Experience leading small to medium-sized HR technology or systems projects from initiation through completion. * Experience performing post-implementation quality assurance and troubleshooting. * Experience developing technical and end-user system documentation. * Strong understanding of one or more HR functional areas, including: + HRIS + Payroll, The successful candidate will be a senior-level HR systems professional who can bridge the gap between HR business needs and technology solutions. This person should be comfortable working with stakeholders to understand requirements, analyzing data and processes, partnering with technical teams, testing system changes, and ensuring solutions perform as intended. The strongest candidates will bring a combination of HRIS/business systems analysis, SQL and reporting, UAT/testing, requirements gathering, process improvement, and project leadership experience. ## Description LHH is seeking an experienced Senior HR Business Systems Analyst to support the development, enhancement, maintenance, testing, and ongoing optimization of enterprise HR information systems., This role will partner closely with HR, IT, and other business stakeholders to ensure HR systems and data are accurate, secure, efficient, and aligned with business requirements. The Senior HR Business Systems Analyst will support systems and processes across areas including absence management, benefits, payroll, HR data and analytics, reporting, and general HR operations., * Define and document detailed business and functional requirements for HR system enhancements and implementations. * Analyze existing HR systems and processes to identify opportunities for automation, optimization, and improved data quality. * Partner with IT and business stakeholders to translate HR requirements into effective technical solutions. * Support HR systems related to absence management, benefits, payroll, reporting, analytics, and other HR processes. * Conduct user acceptance testing, regression testing, and post-implementation quality assurance. * Develop test plans, test scripts, expected results, and detailed documentation of testing outcomes. * Identify system and data implications associated with business decisions, system changes, and new processes. * Develop SQL queries, data extracts, reports, and dashboards using a variety of systems and tools. * Troubleshoot system issues and provide informed analysis, consultation, and recommendations. * Develop business cases, contingency plans, business metrics, training materials, procedures, and system documentation. * Educate both technical and non-technical stakeholders on system functionality, capabilities, impacts, and processes. * Identify opportunities to leverage existing system functionality to reduce manual processes and improve operational efficiency. * Independently implement new or enhanced processes involving multiple stakeholder groups. * Lead small to medium-sized HR systems projects from planning through implementation. * Provide post-implementation support and quality assurance for system enhancements. * Apply project management methodologies to HR technology initiatives.