People Team Analyst - Dayforce

Save A Lot; Pattonville (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Save-A-Lot, Ltd. is seeking an HRIS Analyst to support Dayforce, payroll, and HR data integrity. You will serve as a power user for HRIS reporting and manage system workflows, security, and data loads.

The role involves collaborating with HR and IT to optimize processes and ensure compliance. The position requires 1-3 years of HRIS/Payroll experience and a relevant bachelor’s degree. Strong communication, confidentiality, and problem-solving skills are essential in a fast-paced retail

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of HRIS/Payroll experience with Dayforce HCM preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in IT, HRM, or Business Administration preferred.
• Retail/Distribution industry experience is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information and maintain data security.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite; familiar with payroll policies.
• Knowledge of federal and multi-state regulations relevant to HR/Payroll.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Review and design HRIS transactions and workflows for compliance.
• Support HRIS maintenance, customization, upgrades, and integrations.
• Provide technical support and training to HRIS users.
• Assist payroll, onboarding, recruitment, performance, and benefits processes.
• Collaborate with IT to identify system improvements and enhancements.
• Manage user permissions, security, and system configurations.
• Develop SOPs, queries, filters, macros, and reports.
• Prepare complex HR data reports and logs.
• Maintain HRIS data accuracy and audit readiness.
• Serve as backup for Payroll Analyst and support weekly payroll.
• Document system requirements for integrations and file feeds.
• Handle data loads to and from Dayforce and other systems.
• Create training materials for HRIS roles.

Skills

HRIS experience

Payroll processing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management

Tools

Dayforce HCM

Job description

Purpose

The HRIS Analyst will support the HRIS Manager by providing ongoing system support, conducting audits, and maintaining and managing HRIS systems to ensure data integrity, compliance, and operational effectiveness. This position will serve as a power user for HRIS reporting on HR data and key metrics while overseeing the collection of HR data and processing of HR records. The HRIS Analyst will oversee system workflows and approve various transactions related to Team Member status changes. This individual will support the HRIS Manager in database updates, managing user accounts, system troubleshooting, and resolving bugs as needed. The HRIS Analyst will serve as support to the Payroll Analyst in weekly payroll processing. The HRIS Analyst will serve as a subject matter expert for all areas of Dayforce and partner with HRIS Manager, HR department, and IT team to analyze and configure work process design and flow to maximize efficiencies and technological capabilities. This position requires in-depth knowledge of business and HR systems, HR processes and reporting requirements, company's policies and procedures, and the ability to resolve complex issues.

Responsibilities

• Reviews, updates and designs various transactions and workflows such as terminations, salary changes, position changes, etc. for compliance with company policies and guidelines
• Supports HRIS Manager in maintenance of HRIS including customization, development, and upgrade of applications, systems, and modules
• Provides technical support, troubleshooting, training, and guidance to HRIS users
• Supports and troubleshoots various HRIS applications and processes such as payroll, onboarding, recruitment, performance, compensation, benefits, time & attendance, etc.
• Collaborates with HRIS Manager and IT to identify system improvements and enhancements
• Manages permissions, access, personalization, similar system configurations, operations, and settings for HRIS users
• Programs custom functions and creates SOP documentation such as automated queries, filters, macros, and reports
• Compiles or assists with the acquisition of complex data reports, summaries, and logs for HR
• Maintains knowledge of trends and developments in HRIS providers, vendors, and technology
• Works with HRIS Manager to keep HRIS database up to date with changes in Team Member information or organizational structures
• Serves as the primary backup for the Payroll Analyst, as well as performing assigned responsibilities on a recurring schedule to maintain process knowledge, competency, and coverage readiness.
• Works with Payroll Analyst on processes and procedures for weekly payroll
• Assigns user security and permission settings to HRIS end-users
• Ensures system compliance with established policies, data security, privacy requirements, data integrity, and audit
• Works with internal stakeholders and vendors to document system requirements for integrations and implementations.
• Serves as point of contact for file feed development, testing, and implementations
• Supports manual and automated data loads to and from Dayforce to other systems
• Troubleshoots, provides solutions, and implements fixes to configuration, file feed, and system issues and creates support tickets providing detailed information
• Assigns and develops user roles/permissions within HRIS system to include training documents on functionality of those roles.
• Reviews and audits entries within the HRIS system.
• Monitors and confirms connection files are functioning properly, and performs manual transfers as needed
• Creates and maintains HRIS standard operating procedures
• Performs other duties as required

About You

• 1-3 years of related experience with HRIS/Payroll system required. Experience with Dayforce HCM preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• Retail/Distribution Industry experience a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated interpersonal and technical support skills
• Advanced organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with HR policies and procedures
• Familiarity with Payroll policies and procedures
• Ability to keep information confidential
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Familiarity with federal and multi-state laws/regulations
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of requirement gathering techniques, project management, and HRIS systems development methodologies

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel up to ~10% of the time, which may include weekends and evenings, as needed
• Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled environment
• Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at a desk or computer terminal
• Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone, and other office equipment in the course of a normal workday
• Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in completion of job duties

Competencies

• Speed & Simplicity: Identifies and removes inefficiencies in their own work by streamlining tasks and proposing practical enhancements
• Collaborates: Works cooperatively to achieve shared goals
• Situational Adaptability: Adapts to change and demonstrates flexibility
• Communicates Effectively: Delivers clear messages and adapts communication to different situations and people