HRIS Analyst

HRIS Analyst - Full-Time (Exempt)
GNCO, Inc. | Brooklyn Heights, OH (Hybrid)
Reports To: Senior Director of Human Resources and Training
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off

JOB SUMMARY

The HRIS Analyst is responsible for a broad range of HR-related functions and serves as the owner of the organization's HR system of record. This role oversees data integrity, system maintenance, process optimization, reporting, and analytics across all HR modules, including core HR, payroll, benefits administration, wellness programs, compliance, and leave management. The HRIS Analyst also supports the HR department's overall effectiveness with a strong focus on customer service and continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Owns and administers the organization's HRIS, including workflow configuration, system approvals, and data integrity. Performs system maintenance and supports the review, testing, documentation, and implementation of system upgrades, patches, and fixes in coordination with functional and technical partners.
• Manages all payroll activities for the organization, including salary changes, deductions, benefit feeds, reporting, and taxes. Supervises the Payroll Administrator.
• Oversees benefits administration, including broker relationships, vendor management, claims resolution, reporting, and employee communications.
• Manages the company wellness program, including running participation and challenge reports, posting wellness communications, maintaining company store items, and facilitating wellness meetings.
• Administers leave management programs and ensures appropriate documentation, tracking, and compliance.
• Completes required governmental reporting (e.g., EEO-1, Multiple Worksite Reports), unemployment claim processing, compensation surveys, and other internal or external surveys as required.
• Leads HR analytics and reporting, providing data and insights to the executive leadership team and HR team.
• Oversees HR's use of AI within the department and supports external AI-related HR needs when applicable.
• Participates in new-employee orientations and provides onboarding process training to managers as needed.
• Partners with members of the HR and Training teams to support best practices and effective communication efforts.
• Supports employees throughout the employee lifecycle by responding to questions related to HR systems, reporting, benefits, and payroll.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience.
• SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP, or HRCI certification (SPHR, PHR, etc.) preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive HR experience, with a strong emphasis on HRIS management, payroll, and benefits administration.
• Experience with Paycor preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and execute tasks effectively.
• Strong analytical and technical skills, including proficiency with pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and the practical use of AI tools.
• Ability to travel occasionally to multiple locations as needed.
• Ability to work within a multi-company environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Effective project management, time management, and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly, concisely, and professionally to internal and external stakeholders.

Our company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.