Kevin Settles
McKinney,TX
Summary
HRIS Analyst with 6+ years of experience supporting and optimizing Oracle Cloud HCM and Payroll systems in large, regulated enterprise environments. Subject matter expert across Core HR, Payroll, ESS/MSS, security, integrations, reporting, and quarterly releases. Proven partner to HR, Payroll, and IT teams, translating business requirements into scalable, compliant system solutions that improve data accuracy, system reliability, and operational efficiency.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HRIS ANALYST – ORACLE HCM CLOUD
Tenet Healthcare
02.2023 - Current
- Serve as Oracle HCM Cloud SME, supporting Core HR and related modules across HR, Payroll, IT, and business stakeholders.
- Partner with internal clients to gather requirements, identify system gaps, and deliver configuration and process improvements.
- Support Oracle quarterly releases including impact analysis, regression testing, validation, and deployment coordination.
- Configure and maintain Core HR structures including business units, divisions, workforce structures, job codes, locations, and approvals.
- Troubleshoot production issues related to data, workflow, security, integrations, and reporting, ensuring minimal business disruption.
- Coordinate and support interfaces, extracts, and vendor integrations, ensuring reliable upstream and downstream data flow.
- Act as liaison between HR, Payroll, IT, and Oracle Support (MOS), translating business needs into technical solutions.
- Maintain system security roles, permissions, and access controls aligned with audit and compliance standards.
- Develop dashboards, scheduled reports, and ad-hoc analytics using Oracle BI/OTBI.
- Create and maintain system documentation, job aids, and training materials to support user adoption and consistency.
Payroll Systems Analyst
Tenet Healthcare
04.2022 - 02.2023
- Owned end-to-end payroll system support, ensuring accurate processing across weekly, bi-weekly, and off-cycle payrolls.
- Served as escalation point for complex payroll issues including retro pay, reversals, garnishments, tax adjustments, and balances.
- Executed off-cycle payrolls (bonuses, PTO payouts, corrections), including file preparation, validation, and audit controls.
- Supported Time & Labor integrations and resolved payroll exceptions prior to close.
- Maintained payroll configuration elements (earnings, deductions, costing, taxation), improving accuracy and reducing rework.
- Supported quarter-end and year-end activities through reconciliations, audit responses, and reporting extracts.
- Built payroll and HR reports using Oracle BI / OTBI to support leadership decision-making.
- Produced SOPs, job aids, and trained end users on payroll processes and system changes.
IT Analyst
Skopos Financial
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Analyzed existing systems and databases and recommended enhancements to solve business needs
- Collaborated with upper management to drive strategy and implement new processes.
- Troubleshot incidents reported by end-users to schedule system changes and identify permanent solutions.
- Communicated and explained business requirements to team members to understand and implement functional demands.
Information Technology Analyst
GuideIT
02.2021 - 09.2021
- Provided Tier 1–2 IT Service Desk support in a Microsoft enterprise environment.
- Investigated system issues and data anomalies, delivering root-cause analysis and resolution.
- Supported Active Directory, MFA, remote access tools, and end-user training.
- Maintained system documentation and knowledge base content.
Systems Support Analyst – USPS (DSS & PASS)
Huntington Ingalls Industries
06.2015 - 07.2019
- Provided Tier 1–2 technical support for USPS DSS and PASS platforms, supporting scanners, laptops, peripherals, and operational systems.
- Resolved issues related to scanning workflows, system prompts, connectivity, and device functionality to ensure accurate parcel processing.
- Supported USPS operational scans including Acceptance (O3), Arrival at Unit, Out for Delivery, and international mail processing.
- Performed device configuration, replacement, and system readiness validation.
- Documented incidents and resolutions and collaborated with IT and operations teams on escalations and system updates.
IT Support Analyst
Innovations Group Inc.
04.2014 - 05.2015
- Created and maintained user accounts, managed access, and resolved hardware and software issues.
- Provided desk-side and remote support across servers, desktops, laptops, POS systems, and peripherals.
- Supported system installations, upgrades, backups, and functional testing.
- Assisted with requirements analysis and functional specifications for POS system deployments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH04-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Collin College
Frisco, TX05-2024
Skills
- Oracle Cloud HCM (Core HR, Payroll, ESS/MSS)
- HRIS Configuration & Production Support
- Payroll Systems & Compliance
- Integrations, Interfaces & Data Extracts
- Oracle BI / OTBI Reporting
- Security Roles & Access Controls
- Release Management & UAT
- Business Process Improvement
- Data Audits & Controls
- Excel (Pivot Tables, Data Analysis)
Certification
Certificate Level 1 - Business ManagementCertificate Level 1 - Business Management
Collin CollegeCollin CollegeIssued Dec 2022
Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications HCM Process Essentials Certified - Rel 1 Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications HCM Process Essentials Certified - Rel 1
OracleOracleIssued Aug 2025 · Expires Feb 2027
Timeline
HRIS ANALYST – ORACLE HCM CLOUD
Tenet Healthcare
02.2023 - Current
Payroll Systems Analyst
Tenet Healthcare
04.2022 - 02.2023
IT Analyst
Skopos Financial
09.2021 - 03.2022
Information Technology Analyst
GuideIT
02.2021 - 09.2021
Systems Support Analyst – USPS (DSS & PASS)
Huntington Ingalls Industries
06.2015 - 07.2019
IT Support Analyst
Innovations Group Inc.
04.2014 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Collin College