Southern Company

HR Business Analyst

Southern Company$80K — $95K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Understanding of Oracle HCM Cloud core best practices, 3+ years of experience supporting HCM applications.
  • 3+ years of recent experience with Oracle HCM suite, particularly Workforce Compensation and Absence Management modules.
  • Knowledge of HCM Extracts, HDL Loading, and Data Modeling/Reporting is advantageous.
  • Advanced skills in Excel and/or Access for data analysis and manipulation.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a comfort for presenting.
  • Demonstrated consulting skills and a proactive approach to influencing change.

Responsibilities

  • Maximize HR technology solutions and maintain quality environments.
  • Collaborate with HR COEs to improve business processes through technology.
  • Design, develop, and implement core HCM solutions and integrations.
  • Contribute to process improvement efforts including issue tracking and knowledge management.
  • Triage, troubleshoot, and resolve service desk incidents efficiently.
  • Partner closely with HR and IT to advance capabilities and address business needs.
  • Manage vendor relationships and participate in user groups to influence product direction.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work within a team that focuses on innovative HR technology solutions.
  • Engage in a role that directly influences business efficiency and process improvement.
  • Work in a fast-paced environment that highly values adaptability and responsiveness.
  • Be part of a culture that encourages independent project management and organized work planning.
  • Access to advanced tools and resources for data analysis and reporting.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The HR Business Analyst will serve as an analyst within the Oracle HCM solutions team. This position will be responsible for the support and growth of solutions within the Oracle HCM suite of solutions including Core HCM, Workforce Compensation, Absence Management, Person Management. The role will be focused on maximizing the value of HR technology solutions by maintaining a quality environment, managing complex business processes, and partnering with external vendors and Information Technology to enhance/deploy new capabilities. The analyst will partner with HR COEs(Centers of Excellence) in applying industry best practices to product configurations, consult within their teams and the broader HR on system capabilities and how to best leverage existing functionality, as well as translate HR business requirements into technology solutions. Additional responsibilities include second tier support for end users, change management for business processes and researching industry trends.

Individual will need to be able to function in a fast-paced changing environment, manage changing priorities, be responsive, dependable, and discerning when supporting the HR business and coworkers. Individual must multi-task efficiently, manage projects, work independently with little supervision, and keep assignments organized by planning their work and meeting project deadlines.

Additional Responsibilities include:
  • Partner and collaborate with COEs to understand business processes and identify opportunities to drive efficiencies through technology solutions, including identifying business requirements, designing processes, testing, and maintaining quality HR solutions.
  • Responsible for the design, development, and implementation of core HCM solutions (position management, workforce management, workforce structures, etc...), integrations, as well as Oracle's platform as a service.
  • Contribute to process improvement efforts such as issue tracking and resolution as well as knowledge management and collaboration using MS Teams and SharePoint.
  • Triage, troubleshoot, and resolve service desk incidents.
  • Closely partner with Human Resources and Information Technology to creatively advance capabilities and solve business needs.
  • Responsible for reviewing and remediating core HCM related enhancements and impacts provided with patches and quarterly releases.
  • Consult on solution capabilities, support end user needs and manage complex business processes.
  • Manage vendor relationships and influence future product direction through user group participation.
  • Strong knowledge and experience configuring and supporting multiple HR solutions, including support of complex integrations.
  • Experience identifying business needs, communicating expectations to partners, validating quality, and managing the timeline to deliver.
  • Experience in managing multiple small projects and initiatives.
  • Leverage user analytics to drive decisions on system changes and increased training effort.


Qualifications
  • Understanding of Oracle HCM Cloud core best practices, 3+ years of experience supporting HCM applications.
  • 3+ years of recent working experience within the core Oracle HCM suite, Workforce Compensation and Absence Modules required
  • Knowledge of HCM Extracts, HDL Loading and Data Modeling/Reporting a plus.
  • Advanced experience with Excel and/or Access to support data analysis and/or manipulation.
  • Experience with MS Suite of productivity tools (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
  • Proven written and verbal communication skills, comfortable presenting.
  • Demonstrated consulting skills, initiative to influence change, proactive thinker.


About the Team

Southern Company Services

About Southern Company

With 4.4 million customers and more than 42,000 megawatts of generating capacity, Atlanta-based Southern Company is the premier energy company serving the Southeast. A leading U.S. producer of electricity, Southern Company owns electric utilities in four states and a growing competitive generation company, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications. Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and retail electric prices that are significantly below the national average. Southern Company has been listed the top ranking U.S. electric service provider in customer satisfaction for nine consecutive years by the American Customer Satisfaction Index.

Southern Company Careers

Join the dynamic team at Southern Company, a leader in energy innovation and a champion of sustainable practices. As one of the most respected companies in the energy sector, Southern Company offers unparalleled job opportunities that promise not only professional growth but also a commitment to diversity and leadership development.

Work You’ll Do

At Southern Company, we are not just about power generation; we are about empowering our team to innovate and lead the industry. By joining our team, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the field, using your skills to solve complex problems and drive meaningful change.

Explore a World of Opportunities

Whether you are looking for a full-time position, an internship, or a leadership role, Southern Company has a place for you. Our wide range of employment options ensures that every team member can find a path that best suits their career ambitions and skills.

Innovate and Lead

Southern Company is at the forefront of technological innovation in the energy sector. Our team members are encouraged to lead projects and initiatives that push the boundaries of what is possible in energy production and management.

Grow and Develop

We believe in nurturing the potential of our employees through targeted diversity training, leadership workshops, and continuous professional development. Career growth at Southern Company is not just a possibility—it is an expectation.

Be Part of Our Culture

Southern Company’s culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and inclusion. We celebrate diversity and believe that it drives innovation. Our team is our family, and we support each other in achieving personal and professional goals.

Benefits That Go Beyond

Choosing a career at Southern Company means enjoying a range of benefits designed to enrich your life and support your lifestyle. From health and wellness programs to retirement plans, we ensure our team members are taken care of.

Join Our Team

Ready to power up your career? Explore the job opportunities at Southern Company today. We are actively hiring and looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven individuals. Enhance your skills, join a community of innovators, and work towards a sustainable future.

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Networking and Career Advancement

At Southern Company, networking and internal mobility are key components of career advancement. Connect with leaders, engage in cross-departmental projects, and take your professional journey to new heights.

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Learn more about Southern Company
Size
27,000 employees
Market Cap
$77.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1912
5 Year Trend
+3%
Revenue
$20.3 billion

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