We are currently seeking an experienced Integration Consultant - Payroll for a full time position with our headquarters in Chicago, IL. The primary objective for this position is to coordinate the setup of electronic payroll deduction files between the bswift system and other outside vendors. As part of these data interchange implementations, the Payroll Integration Consultant oversees the progress of multiple connections and answers questions from outside contacts and internal team members.

Responsibilities:

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

This individual will:

• Consistently reflect our core values of higher standards, greater accountability, and more fun to bswift associates, clients, and partners
• Work with the Implementation Leaders, Implementation Managers and the Payroll Team to manage the payroll part of the project for our clients by coordinating and leading meetings, leading requirements discussions and status meetings with clients and their payroll departments
• Manage payroll timelines for our bswift implementation team and our clients
• Manage client and carrier/vendor expectations, anticipating possible issues and communicating turnaround times with reasonable delivery dates
• Complete requirements discussions, perform analysis and coordinate the file development, either by developing the file using SQL-based scripts or by project managing in-house developers as needed and lead the team with other bswift resources to meet client deliverables; including, but not limited to:
• Define required layouts/file specifications, frequency of file transmission, connectivity options/information, etc.
• Build file as needed based on clients plan requirements listed above to produce vendor files
• Testing planning, testing and working with a Payroll Analyst for testing new and existing files to ensure accuracy of client system configuration
• Researching and resolving vendor/client inquiries regarding system and process issues
• Schedule production delivery upon test completion
• Proactively identifying and mitigating project risks
• Responsible for consulting clients on best practices, industry standards, and process changes to achieve client goals
• Subject professional on taxability and imputed income
• Research and recommend system enhancements based upon client needs
• Act as a coach and mentor for others (Payroll Analyst, and Implementation Team)
• Essential Skills:
• Project management experience
• SQL database  knowledge (scripting experience preferred)
• Knowledge of project planning and control disciplines.
• Diligent documentation habits
• Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel)
• Strong technical aptitude

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree (B. A. or B. S.) from four-year College or university
• 5+ years of experience in creating and deploying Payroll solutions involving data transformation, including at least 3 years in a project management, account management, or lead analyst/lead implementation role, with direct responsibility of Payroll
• Must be self-motivated and able to work in a fluid, fast-paced environment
• Excellent written/verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical personnel; ability to listen, clarify and respond well to questions
• High level of professionalism, productivity, dependability and accuracy
• Experience with SQL Management Studio 2005/2008