Data Services Consultant II

Job Summary:
A Data Services Consultant for UKG is an integral member of a dynamic organization responsible for data conversion in the field of Human Capital Management. The consultant is accountable for accurately converting US Payroll data from customers source system(s) into UKG Pro. Deliver data consulting services to our customers. Skills essential to this role are knowledge of US Payroll, Taxation, SQL, analysis, consulting, organization, written and verbal communication. Functional and technical knowledge of HCM and Payroll systems is must to have.The candidate is expected to work in shift having overlap with US and be flexible for other shifts as applicable per the organization needs. On some days the consultant will have flexibility based on project work or customer call.The candidate is also responsible for interacting with other businesses and technical project stakeholders to gather business requirements and ensure successful delivery. The candidate should be able to leverage the strengths and capabilities of the software tools to provide an optimized solution to the customer.The candidate must have good communication skills and able to effectively communicate ideas both verbally and in writing at all levels in the organization, from executive staff to technical resources. The role requires working with the Program/Project manager, Solution Consultant, and customer representative to deliver the solution based upon the defined design requirements and ensure it meets the scope and customer expectations.Primary/Essential Duties and Key Responsibilities:Utilize available ETL tool to extract and convert data from source system reports.Interpret, validate, and convert data from source system(s) to target system including demographic data, taxation, benefits, payroll balances, additional tables, contacts, dependents, beneficiaries.Extract, validate, convert, reconcile and load US People and Payroll data into HCM software through backend. Perform balancing of payroll data based on earning, deduction and tax codes. Reconciling the opening balances data to be loaded with the original source to ensure that all information has been accurately transferred and that there is no missing information.Utilize available data conversion tools, SQL queries, templates, and documentation to promote efficiency and standardization in compliance with approved data conversion methodologyProactively communicate with peers, internal teams, and customers to keep them apprised of project status and ensure they are on track with assigned responsibilities and project timeline and effectively implement change-controlCreate required post conversion documents including Issues and Assumptions and Tax VerificationSchedule and successfully complete multiple projects within the timeline requiredProvide input on data conversion methodology and process improvementsProvide support to peers (e.g., mentoring, knowledge transfer) including developing and delivering knowledge transfer sessions on new tools and processes as needed/requestedSuccessfully assist or shadow System Consultant on implementation projects in order to gain a better understanding of system configuration and apply that knowledge to add more value during the data conversion processRequired Qualifications:BE/B Tech or Masters in related field2+ years of experience working on US Payroll and 4+ years of experience in SQL Database, Programming, and Transact SQLExperience working in project teams along with strong SQL skills and Knowledge of any ETL toolGood to have prior experience with US Payroll and any Human Capital Management SoftwarePrior consulting experience, customer-focused, positive and professional attitude along with strong communication and interpersonal skillsAble to work independently with minimal supervision, collaborative, organized, detail oriented, accurate and responsive, results driven orientation.Strong decision making, problem-solving, analysis, task and time management skills