The HR Analyst supports core Human Resources operations by ensuring employee data, personnel records, and HR systems are accurate, compliant, and well maintained. This role processes employee lifecycle transactions in the HRIS system—including hires, separations, salary changes, benefit updates, and payroll related changes—with a strong focus on accuracy and timeliness. The HR Analyst serves as a key technical resource performing data entry, auditing HRIS information, building basic reports, and assisting with payroll processing. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. HR Data Management & Compliance. Process employee lifecycle changes including hires, terminations, job changes, compensation updates, and benefit transactions in the HRIS system. Conduct routine data audits across HRIS, payroll, and benefits platforms to ensure accuracy and consistency. Consult with HR leadership on data trends in the HRIS and solutions to improve data integrity. Maintain confidentiality and follow established protocols for handling sensitive employee information. Generate reports from HRIS data and use Excel and other reporting software to analyze and summarize the data into digestible reports for other stakeholders. HRIS & Technical Support. Enter, validate, and update employee information in the HRIS and related HR platforms. Troubleshoot basic HRIS issues; escalate more complex system needs to the functional expert or vendors. Assist with system testing, upgrades, documentation, and process improvements. Benefits Data Support. Collaborate with Benefits to improve the billing process. Utilize HRIS/ Benefit census data to reconcile benefit invoices and troubleshoot, audit, and analyze discrepancies. Provide EDI support and work with Benefits on any feed issues, as needed. Payroll Processing & Support. Enter, verify, and audit payroll related employee changes (new hires, terminations, rate changes, deductions, tax updates, demographic changes, etc.). Support Payroll in preparing and running payroll by ensuring all data is accurate and complete. Reconcile timekeeping, attendance, and pay-related data as needed. Assist with payroll audits, corrections, and troubleshooting employee payroll issues. HR Operations & Employee Support. Maintain organized repositories of HR forms, policies, handbooks, and other documents used by employees in the HRIS system. Support various HR workflows, processes, and documentation to ensure efficient HR and payroll operations. Perform other duties as assigned by management. Required education and experience. Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field—or equivalent experience .–3 years of experience in HR analytics, HRIS (such as UKG, ADP, Workday, Paylocity, or similar) and payroll support. Advanced Excel skills (v-lookups, pivot tables, formulas, macros, and dashboard creation)Strong HR system navigation skills with the ability to learn new technologies quickly. Familiarity with HR data workflows, reporting, and compliance. Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and process discipline. Ability to handle confidential information professionally. Strong organizational and time management skills. Preferred education and experience. Payroll processing or timekeeping experience. Interest in developing HR systems or HR operations skills. HRIS Implementation Experience