Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm CST
Compensation: Base Compensation Range: $60,000 - $75,000 annually
Incentive eligible: NoPosition Overview Reporting to the Manager, HRIS, the HRIS Analyst supports the overall operation, configuration, and usability of the HRIS system (Dayforce). This role ensures efficient and effective HRIS operations, data integrity, reporting and analytics, system security, compliance, and integration maintenance. Works collaboratively with internal departments and external partners to support ongoing HR business activities, system releases, and strategic HR technology projects.
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:
System Administration: Maintain and configure the HRIS system across core modules, including employee records, onboarding, document management, payroll, compensation, benefits administration, recruiting and timekeeping.
System Support: Provide timely functional and technical support to end-users, manage the HRIS inbox/ticket queue, and collaborate with external vendor support to troubleshoot and resolve system or workflow issues.
Integrations & Release Management: Monitor, test, and troubleshoot automated data feeds and third-party system integrations (e.g., benefits providers, payroll, ATS). Assist with the evaluation and implementation of new HRIS features, software releases, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and change management.
Reporting & Analytics: Design, build, and deliver standard, custom, and ad-hoc reports and dashboards to track key HR metrics, support compliance requirements, and inform business decisions.
Security, Audits & Compliance: Administer HRIS user access and security roles in alignment with company policies and data privacy standards. Execute routine security and data audits to maintain data integrity and support SOX compliance or other regulatory audits.
Documentation & Training: Create and maintain user guides, process documentation, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to support system usability, operations, and cross-functional training.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with HR Field and Center of Excellence teams (Total Rewards, Payroll, Talent Acquisition, Compliance & Employee Relations) and Audit teams to support cyclical HR processes and special projects.
Perform other related job duties as assigned or required.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree with Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Technology or a related field preferred.3+ year experience supporting an enterprise system, preferably HRIS (Dayforce experience preferred).Strong understanding of core HR concepts, payroll workflows and system data structure. Strong analytical, problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with high attention to detail and an ability to escalate complex issues appropriately Ability to manage tasks and projects independently from concept through execution while operating effectively within a team. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential data with high integrity and discretion. Proficiency in standard office software such as Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, and specifically Excel.
Physical Requirements: This is largely a sedentary role requiring the physical ability to:
- Sit for prolonged periods of time at a desk while working on a computer
- Use hands and fingers to operate a keyboard, mouse, and telephone
- Speak and hear clearly in person, virtually, and over the phone
- Occasionally stand, walk, reach, stoop, or lift up to 10 pounds
Work Environment This position operates in a professional office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment, such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and printers.
The work environment is typically quiet to moderate in noise level and is climate controlled.
Location/Remote Eligibility:
This is a hybrid role based out of our Des Plaines, IL office. Regular, on-site presence is required (4) days per week or as otherwise directed by the company.
Schedule:
Work hours may vary by shift assignment and may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on business needs. Flexible hours may be required to support deadlines or cross-functional collaboration.
