The HR Operations Associate is responsible for the maintenance, support, and development of the organization's Human Resources Information System (HRIS). This role ensures that HR-related data is captured accurately, deadlines are met, and timely follow-ups are conducted. Additionally, the associate will generate business insights through data analysis and reporting while ensuring data integrity across all HR systems and data entry processes.

Position Responsibilities:

System Maintenance and Support:

• Maintain and update HRIS to ensure accurate data and efficient operations.
• Implement system upgrades and improvements as needed.
• Liaise with software vendors to resolve system issues or enhancements.

Data Management and Integrity

• Ensure accuracy and integrity of HR data within the system.
• Regularly audit and review system data to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Clean and organize HR data for better reporting and analytics.
• Track items such as insurance cards, equipment, etc., and follow up as needed.
• Assist with onboarding and preparing data for payroll from different sources.
• Assist with processing employee changes.

Reporting and Analytics

• Develop and generate regular and ad-hoc HR reports, including turnover, headcount, and performance metrics.
• Use data insights to support decision-making processes for HR and business leaders.
• Collaborate with HR and other departments to understand reporting needs and customize reports accordingly.
• Supply reports to other departments as needed, such as safety for workers comp claims, recruiting, and finance.

System Implementation and Optimization:

• Assist in the implementation and/or integration of new HR systems, tools, and modules.
• Collaborate with IT and HR teams to test and integrate new systems or upgrades.
• Continuously seek opportunities for process improvements through system enhancements.

Training and Development:

• Create user documentation and guides for HR systems.

Compliance and Security

• Ensure that HR systems are compliant with legal, regulatory, and company requirements.
• Maintain system security and user access protocols to protect sensitive HR information.
• Other duties as assigned.

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Essential Skills and Experience:**

• 2-5 years of experience working with HRIS or other related systems.
• Experience in data management, HR metrics, and reporting.
• Proficiency in HRIS. Paylocity experience is a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel.
• Knowledge with Microsoft Suite.
• Familiarity with system integration and database management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy.

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