Senior HRIS Analyst

Stepan Company; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 86,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Stepan Company in Northbrook, Illinois, seeks a Senior HRIS Analyst to support administration and optimization of HCM systems. You will partner with HR, Payroll, Benefits, and vendors to ensure data integrity and compliant operations. The role reports to Head of HR Operations.

You will lead audits, implement enhancements, and develop dashboards and reports to drive workforce decision-making, efficiency, and accuracy. Strong collaboration across teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience creating operational reports, dashboards, and workforce analytics.
• Experience with ServiceNow or other HR case management platforms.
• Experience working in a manufacturing, operations, or unionized environment.
• SAP SuccessFactors, ADP, Workday, or related professional certifications.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a HRIS resource related to HR systems, timekeeping, attendance, leave administration, payroll processes, and workforce management programs.
• Support the administration, maintenance, and optimization of HRIS, HCM, payroll, and workforce management systems to ensure data integrity, system effectiveness, and a positive user experience.
• Troubleshoot and resolve HR system, timekeeping, attendance, leave, and payroll-related issues in partnership with HR, Payroll, and third-party vendors.
• Partner with Payroll to support accurate and timely payroll processing through audits, data validation, reconciliations, and issue resolution activities.
• Perform routine audits and maintain HR data integrity across HR, payroll, and workforce management systems, ensuring compliance with established governance standards and internal controls.
• Support HR technology initiatives, including system enhancements, upgrades, testing, implementations, integrations, release activities, and process improvement efforts.
• Monitor workforce management activities, including timecard exceptions, overtime, attendance trends, and system-generated alerts, partnering with managers to ensure timely resolution and policy compliance.
• Develop, maintain, and analyze operational reports, dashboards, and workforce metrics to support decision-making, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Create and deliver training, documentation, standard operating procedures, job aids, and knowledge resources to support effective use of HR systems and processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, automate manual processes, enhance data quality, and strengthen employee and manager experience across HR Operations.

Skills

Operational reports & dashboards

HRIS HR case mgmt (ServiceNow)

Manufacturing/union environment

HRIS certifications (SAP SF ADP Work/…

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business / IS / Finance / Accounting

Related field preferred

Tools

ServiceNow

SAP SuccessFactors

ADP

Workday

Job description

Stepan is seeking aSenior HRIS Analystto support the administration andoptimizationofHCM systems. This role serves as a key resource supporting workforce management, timekeeping, attendance, leave administration, HR systems, and reporting activities. You will partner closely with HR, Payroll, Benefits,and third-party vendors to ensure accurate and efficient HR operations, maintain data integrity across HR systems, support compliance requirements, and drive continuous process improvement. This role reportstoStepan's Head of HR Operations and is based in Northbrook, Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a HRIS resource related to HR systems, timekeeping, attendance, leave administration, payroll processes, and workforce management programs.
• Support the administration, maintenance, and optimization of HRIS, HCM, payroll, and workforce management systems to ensure data integrity, system effectiveness, and a positive user experience.
• Troubleshoot and resolve HR system, timekeeping, attendance, leave, and payroll-related issues in partnership with HR, Payroll, and third-party vendors.
• Partner with Payroll to support accurate and timely payroll processing through audits, data validation, reconciliations, and issue resolution activities.
• Perform routine audits and maintain HR data integrity across HR, payroll, and workforce management systems, ensuring compliance with established governance standards and internal controls.
• Support HR technology initiatives, including system enhancements, upgrades, testing, implementations, integrations, release activities, and process improvement efforts.
• Monitor workforce management activities, including timecard exceptions, overtime, attendance trends, and system-generated alerts, partnering with managers to ensure timely resolution and policy compliance.
• Develop, maintain, and analyze operational reports, dashboards, and workforce metrics to support decision-making, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Create and deliver training, documentation, standard operating procedures, job aids, and knowledge resources to support effective use of HR systems and processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, automate manual processes, enhance data quality, and strengthen employee and manager experience across HR Operations.

Qualifications

Required

Preferred

• Experience creating operational reports, dashboards, and workforce analytics.
• Experience with ServiceNow or other HR case management platforms.
• Experience working in a manufacturing, operations, or unionized environment.
• SAP SuccessFactors, ADP, Workday, or related professional certifications.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, Finance, Accounting, or a related field preferred.

Pay Range: $86,100 - $133,400
The salary range for this position is determined by considering a variety of factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and the location of the position.

At Stepan Company our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Work Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position. -MP1

Established in 1932, Stepan Company is a major manufacturer of basic and intermediate chemicals including surfactants, polymers, as well as specialty ingredients that go into consumer, household, and institutional products such as laundry detergents, shampoos, and surface cleaners. Stepan Company currently has 19 global manufacturing locations and over 2,400 employees. We have a strong record of growth. Our growth allows us to provide meaningful career opportunities and stability to our team members. We have big goals at Stepan and know every team member will be crucial to achieving our objectives. Regardless of function, we are looking for team members who bring with them a growth mindset, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to thrive in an evolving environment.

We celebrate diversity at Stepan and are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Stepan is a global specialty and intermediate chemical manufacturer that has been serving a broad range of industries for over 90years. Today, Stepan is a $2.7 billion revenue company. Our continued success is driven by the passion and commitment of our 2,500+ employees around the world.

Why Work At Stepan?

• Stable & Growing
• Collaborative Environment
• Make a Difference & Be Recognized
• Committed to Safety & Sustainability
• Value Driven Culture