We are looking for a Business Analyst to support a payroll modernization initiative in Farmington, Connecticut. This Long-term Contract position will focus on evaluating current pay cycle practices, shaping a compliant bi-weekly arrears approach, and partnering with payroll, HR, and finance stakeholders to ensure a smooth rollout. The role is ideal for someone who can translate operational needs into practical process improvements while maintaining accuracy and regulatory alignment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Examine current payroll workflows and identify the business impacts of moving from a semi-monthly schedule to a bi-weekly arrears model.<br>• Gather input from payroll, HR, finance, and related teams to define business needs, risks, and implementation priorities.<br>• Develop clear business requirements, process documentation, and gap analyses to support payroll process changes.<br>• Recommend practical solutions that improve payroll operations, support compliance, and align with organizational objectives.<br>• Partner with stakeholders to plan, validate, and coordinate implementation activities tied to the new pay frequency structure.<br>• Support testing efforts by reviewing scenarios, confirming expected outcomes, and helping resolve process-related issues.<br>• Monitor regulatory and policy considerations to help ensure payroll changes are implemented accurately and responsibly.<br>• Assist with change management activities, including communication planning, user readiness, and post-implementation support.