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Sr. Business Systems Analyst - Payroll/HR

MYR Group

Rolling Meadows, IL · Posted October 28, 2026

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ABOUT THE ROLE

The Sr. Business Systems Analyst serves as a business systems analyst on the applications team supporting JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Payroll and Human Capital Management, working alongside another Payroll/HR BA and peer analysts. Gathers requirements, documents processes, configures and tests solutions, and supports payroll and HR operations so system changes meet business, compliance, and cycle-close needs.

Company Overview

With roots dating to 1891 and 8,500+ employees, MYR Group Inc. (MYR Group) is a publicly traded holding company of specialty electrical construction companies. MYR Group subsidiaries work on large-scale electrical construction projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. We contribute to a clean energy future while fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive work environment. Our culture is built on shared values and mutual respect, where teamwork and collaboration occur naturally.

Throughout our rich history, we have partnered with utilities, municipalities, commercial clients, and developers to deliver some of the largest and most complex projects, including new construction, upgrades, maintenance and repair for transmission, distribution and substation facilities, commercial and industrial electrical construction, emergency and storm restoration, clean energy, pre-construction services, and engineer-procure-construct (EPC) methods of project delivery.

Essential Functions

Prepare functional, configuration, and system documentation for developers and users in compliance with internal and external standards

Develop, deliver, and maintain end-user training and documentation for assigned JD Edwards Payroll and HR processes, coordinating with the other Payroll/HR BA so materials stay consistent

Assess current Payroll and HR system capabilities and identify upgrades, enhancements, or complementary tools that improve accuracy, cycle time, or compliance

Conduct cost/benefit and buy/build analyses for Payroll and HR initiatives; present findings and recommendations to management

Meet with Payroll, HR, and related stakeholders to collect, refine, and document business objectives and user needs

Coordinate development and vendor work for assigned items so solutions are correctly configured, tested, and integrated with E1 and related systems

Stay current on JDE E1 Payroll/HR capabilities, third-party interfaces, and changing organizational or regulatory requirements

Analyze Payroll and HR workflows with users to identify opportunities to improve productivity, integration, data quality, and cost

Review, analyze, and configure JD Edwards Payroll and HR applications to meet documented requirements

Serve as a liaison among Payroll/HR users, development, QA, peer BAs, and external partners

Follow the established requirements-gathering process; distinguish true needs from requested features

Communicate requirements through functional specifications, statements of work, project plans, and related documentation

Coordinate unit, integration, and user-acceptance testing with developers, QA, and users; confirm functionality before production use

Provide expert support for assigned payroll processes, including month-end, quarter-end, and year-end activities, adjustments, and related reporting; partner with the other Payroll/HR BA for coverage and handoffs

Provide expert support for assigned HR processes, including employee setup and onboarding, annual open enrollment, and benefit integrations; coordinate with the other Payroll/HR BA during peak cycles

Assist in defining design options, cost analyses, and execution timelines for Payroll and HR initiatives, in coordination with the BA team

Essential functions of this position are to be performed primarily in a Company-designated office or field location

Regular and predictable attendance

Other duties as assigned

Understand and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards

ABOUT YOU

Qualifications

Minimum 7 years of progressive business systems analysis experience, including at least 5 years supporting JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Payroll and/or HR - 10 years total analysis experience preferred

Preferred Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or a related field from an accredited university or institution

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Extensive knowledge of JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Payroll and HR modules, including objects, tables, and how data flows through payroll and employee processes

Working knowledge of iCIMS and the iCIMS integration with JD Edwards E1

Experience interfacing E1 with external parties such as banks, benefits administrators, tax or garnishments vendors, and other third parties

Ability to communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders to gather, refine, and document requirements

Ability to design practical E1 and related-system solutions from business requirements, preferring configuration over custom development where possible

Ability to navigate and analyze complex JDE table structures and related data

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, to coordinate with peer BAs, and to prioritize cycle-driven work

Knowledge of electrical construction payroll and HR practices (multi-company, field labor, union or prevailing-wage environments preferred)

Strong systems analysis and workflow documentation skills

Strong organizational & time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks

Sound knowledge of functional documentation, configuration records, user procedures, and process flows

Ability to provide reliable customer service and exercise diplomacy with users under deadline pressure

Strong verbal and written communication skills

WHAT WE OFFER

Compensation & Benefits

Salary $135,000-$145,000 / year Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Comprehensive benefits package - Medical, Basic Vision, Regenexx, Teledoc, Hearing, Mental Health (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) - Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.

Dental – 100% employer-paid premium.

ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.

Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid Holidays (Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).

Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting , and Annual profit-sharing potential.

Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!).

Company-paid short and long-term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment.

Company-paid business travel accident insurance.

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).

Various voluntary plans available including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, ID theft, group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employees and dependents.

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.

Qualifications

Minimum 7 years of progressive business systems analysis experience, including at least 5 years supporting JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Payroll and/or HR - 10 years total analysis experience preferred

Preferred Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or a related field from an accredited university or institution

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Extensive knowledge of JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Payroll and HR modules, including objects, tables, and how data flows through payroll and employee processes

Working knowledge of iCIMS and the iCIMS integration with JD Edwards E1

Experience interfacing E1 with external parties such as banks, benefits administrators, tax or garnishments vendors, and other third parties

Ability to communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders to gather, refine, and document requirements

Ability to design practical E1 and related-system solutions from business requirements, preferring configuration over custom development where possible

Ability to navigate and analyze complex JDE table structures and related data

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, to coordinate with peer BAs, and to prioritize cycle-driven work

Knowledge of electrical construction payroll and HR practices (multi-company, field labor, union or prevailing-wage environments preferred)

Strong systems analysis and workflow documentation skills

Strong organizational & time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks

Sound knowledge of functional documentation, configuration records, user procedures, and process flows

Ability to provide reliable customer service and exercise diplomacy with users under deadline pressure

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Compensation & Benefits

Salary $135,000-$145,000 / year Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Comprehensive benefits package - Medical, Basic Vision, Regenexx, Teledoc, Hearing, Mental Health (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) - Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.

Dental – 100% employer-paid premium.

ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.

Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid Holidays (Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).

Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting , and Annual profit-sharing potential.

Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!).

Company-paid short and long-term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment.

Company-paid business travel accident insurance.

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).

Various voluntary plans available including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, ID theft, group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employees and dependents.

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.