Job Description

Overview

Senior Business Analyst/Tester (Agile) role at DMI . DMI is a leading provider of digital services and technology solutions, headquartered in Tysons Corner, VA. DMI supports public sector agencies and commercial enterprises around the globe and is recognized as a Top Workplace. Learn more at

About The Opportunity: DMI, LLC is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Business Analyst Consultant to support the ERP Modernization project, specifically focusing on the upcoming system release for payroll operations. The successful candidate will work directly with the Project Manager, playing a critical role in the planning, execution, and oversight of comprehensive testing activities for this vital release. This position requires a blend of strong project management acumen, deep business analysis skills, and a proven track record in software testing, particularly within large-scale ERP or payroll systems. The consultant will be instrumental in ensuring the quality, functionality, and successful deployment of the payroll system enhancements, directly impacting critical payroll operations.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Project Manager and business stakeholders to understand payroll system requirements and design testing strategies for the new release.
• Develop detailed test plans, test cases, and test scripts for all payroll-related functionalities.
• Not Limited To
  • Gross pay calculations (salaries, hourly wages, overtime, differentials, bonuses)
  • Tax withholdings (federal, state, local)
  • Garnishments and deductions (benefits, 401k, union dues)
  • Leave management (accruals, usage, payouts)
  • Retroactive pay processing
  • Payroll journal entries and financial integrations
  • Employee self-service functionalities (pay stub access, W2s)
  • Reporting and compliance
• Execute comprehensive test cycles, including SIT and UAT, for the payroll system release.
• Coordinate and facilitate User Acceptance Testing (UAT) with key payroll and HR business users, guiding them through testing processes and documenting feedback.
• Identify, document, and track defects using established defect management processes, working closely with development teams for resolution.
• Perform thorough regression testing to ensure new functionalities do not negatively impact existing payroll processes.
• Conduct data validation to ensure accuracy and integrity of payroll data throughout the system.
• Provide regular status updates and progress reports on testing activities to the MetroSync Project Manager and relevant stakeholders.
• Support the development of training materials and user documentation related to the new payroll system functionalities.
• Participate in post-implementation review and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Understand and analyze business processes and requirements related to financial management, accounting, procurement, and other finance-related functions.
• Understand PeopleSoft and Oracle Fusion Financials modules to align with business requirements, such as payroll operations, general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, asset management, cash management, and other finance-related configurations.
• Understand UKG Workforce Central or UKG Workforce Management cloud Time and Attendance software is a plus.
• Analyze processes and workflows to identify opportunities for improvement through software support.
• Document requirements in user stories/use cases and epics.
• Document test requirements in test cases.
• Analyze and document system interfaces, database structures, and data flows.
• Coordinate and lead analytic activities with stakeholders.
• Use software tools as required to document requirements, analyze needs, identify risk, propose designs, and write documentation.
• Conduct peer reviews.

Qualifications

Education and Years of Experience: Bachelor\'s degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field; Five (5) or more years of relevant experience.

Minimum Requirements

• Demonstrable experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, particularly Oracle Fusion Cloud applications (HCM, Financials, Procurement) is required, given MetroSync is powered by Oracle Fusion.
• Experience in IT project management and business analysis roles, with a strong emphasis on system implementation and testing.
• Proven expertise in managing and executing large-scale software testing efforts, including System Integration Testing (SIT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), regression testing, and performance testing.
• Extensive experience with payroll systems and operations. Candidates must understand payroll processes, tax implications, union rules, timekeeping, and associated integrations. Experience with WMATA\'s specific payroll context (e.g., PeopleSoft, Kronos history) is a significant plus.
• Strong background in business process analysis and re-engineering, with the ability to translate complex business requirements into clear, testable scenarios and cases.
• Experience in the public sector or large government organizations is highly desirable.
• Skills in process analysis methods and techniques; experience in analyzing data structures and data flows; experience documenting test cases; experience working with third-party time and attendance systems such as Kronos, Hastus/Trapeze.
• Experience as a Scrum Master/Product Owner in an Agile software development environment; excellent communication skills, both oral and written; proficiency with JIRA, Confluence, MS Excel, Word, Visio, or PowerPoint.
• Experience in cloud-based ERP deployments.

Preferred Requirements

• Master\'s degree in computer science or a related field.
• PeopleSoft certified

Min Citizenship Status Required

H-1B

Physical Requirements

No physical requirements needed for this position.

Location

Remote but will be required to work on-site at various locations, specifically:

• 4100 Garden City Dr, Hyattsville, MD 20785
• 300 7th St SW, Washington, DC 20024
• 2401 Mill Road, Alexandria, VA 22314

Working at DMI

DMI values employees for their talents and contributions, and we take pride in helping our customers achieve their goals. Because when we live our values, we all win together.

• Do What\u2019s Right We lead with honesty and integrity.
• Own the Outcome We take responsibility and deliver.
• Deliver for Our Customers We are relentless about delivering value.
• Think Bold, Act Smart We innovate with purpose.
• Win Together We collaborate and celebrate our success.

These values aren\'t just idealsthey show up in how we support every part of your well-being:

• Convenience/Concierge Virtual health visits, commuter perks, pet insurance, and entertainment discounts that make life easier.
• Development Annual performance reviews, tuition assistance, and internal career growth opportunities to help you thrive.
• Financial Generous 401(k) matches, life and disability insurance, and financial wellness tools to support your future.
• Recognition Annual awards, service anniversaries, referral bonuses, and peer-to-peer shoutouts that spotlight your achievements.
• Wellness Healthcare coverage, wellness programs, flu shots, and biometric screenings to support your health.

Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. US citizenship may be required for some positions.

Job Metadata

• Job ID: 2025-28134
• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

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