HRIS Analyst

The New York Racing Association; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled HRIS Analyst to enhance HR processes through data analysis and system management. This fully remote role involves ensuring compliance with data security, maintaining HRIS integrity, and supporting the HR team with technical expertise. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HRIS, data analytics, and project management, along with excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Join a dynamic team committed to improving HR functions and making a significant impact in the organization. If you are passionate about leveraging technology to drive HR excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field; master's preferred.
• 3+ years of HR experience with strong HRIS and data analytics skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data and processes to improve HR systems and compliance.
• Provide technical support and maintain HRIS integrity and security.
• Develop audit reports to ensure data accuracy and integrity.

Skills

HRIS Expertise

Data Analytics

Project Management

Microsoft Office

Problem-Solving

Effective Communication

Collaboration

Critical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HR or related field

Master's Degree (preferred)

Tools

HRIS Software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

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About the Job

• Title: HRIS Analyst
• Employee Status: Regular Full Time
• Work From Home Option: Fully Remote
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Overview

The HRIS Analyst role analyzes processes and data by extracting and analyzing complex data from various warehouse environments. This position identifies and reports on trends and patterns in the data and makes recommendations for business and process improvement. This position will work with business users to understand requirements and expectations for permanent and ad hoc requests and to meet the business's analytical data needs. The HRIS Analyst will maintain the integrity and reliability of the organization’s HRIS, ensuring that applications meet the HR department's needs, requirements, and objectives.

Essential Functions

HR Analytics

• Ensures system compliance with data security and privacy requirements.
• Oversee and maintain the function of the organization’s internal HR information systems, which may include database management, network support, installation, customization, development, interface files maintenance, and upgrades to applications, systems, and modules.
• Assesses current system and utilization; identifies and recommends improvements, such as training, customization, and enhancements, to maximize the HRIS's value and efficiency.
• Responsible for developing and running periodic (weekly, monthly, quarterly) audit reports to scrub the HR systems to maintain data integrity concerning the HR Teams (Benefits, Employee & Labor Relations, Employee Experience, Payroll, and Recruitment).
• Oversee and maintain internal database files, tables, codes, backup files, integrity, and security.
• Work with our Third-Party vendors and install, implement, modify, and upgrade software and applications to meet changing business and technology.
• Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and guidance to HR employees.
• Oversee the procurement of appropriate hardware and software to ensure the organization has high-quality, efficient systems.
• Works with the HR team and different departments to create and execute regular data audits by creating and using audit reports. Identifies and implements controls and validation measures to ensure data integrity. Supports day-to-day reporting needs, including training, demonstrations, ad hoc reporting, etc.
• Maintains a clear audit trail of all report generation and data changes, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Maintains knowledge of trends and developments in HRIS providers, vendors, and technology.

Employee Benefits

• Assist Benefits to ensure NYRA complies with required federal and state filings such as EEO-1, OPEB, 5500 SARs, FSA & 401(k) nondiscrimination testing, PBGC, ACA, and RDS.
• Streamlines the benefits enrollment process, allowing employees to select or modify their benefits plans online.
• Ensure the proper employees receive the appropriate coverage. Assist the Benefits team with reconciling benefit invoices.
• Ensure CBA benefit compliance. Support Benefits to ensure accurate benefit costs are entered into the HR system.
• Maintain and provide records to Internal and External Audit as required, such as the yearly KPMG audit.

Other

• Manages the development, implementation, and administration of Third-Party interface files/programs to ensure accurate data transmission and management.
• Seek to identify process and software improvements, improved systems internal controls, and savings opportunities.
• Manage incoming reporting requests and provide ad-hoc project support and analysis as needed.
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job, nor should this be considered an employment contract. Duties, obligations, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: A bachelor’s degree in human resources information technology or a related field and a master’s degree are preferred.
• Experience: Three (3) plus years of project management and/or related HR experience. Knowledge of benefits, compensation, and data analytics is a plus.
• Other Preferences: SHRM-CP a plus.

Knowledge & Skills Required:

• A bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field is preferred; a master’s degree is a plus.
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
• Expert in HRIS and creating reports.
• Collaboration and positive relationship-building both internally as a team and externally
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, reporting, and troubleshooting.
• Conflict and resolution management
• Managing priorities and multi-tasking
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Organization
• Critical Thinking
• Challenge the status quo and increase process efficiency.

Summary Of Physical Requirements And Work Environment

The HRIS Analyst role is primarily office-based, requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, working on a computer. The position may involve occasional standing, walking, or lifting of light office materials (up to 10 lbs). The work environment is a standard professional office setting with minimal exposure to noise, temperature changes, or other physical discomforts. Regular use of office equipment such as computers, phones, and printers is required.

Pay Range / Salary: $35-$41 hourly

Location: United States (Remote)