Career Outlook
The position of HR Analyst focusing on payroll and benefits is vital in organizations, given the growing complexity of employee compensation and benefits due to evolving labor laws and regulations. Professionals in this role are essential for promoting workplace satisfaction and compliance with employment standards while enhancing operational efficiencies within HR departments.This job description highlights the critical roles required of HR Analysts working with payroll and benefits, focusing on compliance, accuracy, and employee support while driving strategic initiatives that align with the goals of the organization.
Responsibilities
- Payroll: Oversee the payroll process, ensuring all employee payments are accurate and timely. Analyze payroll data and identify discrepancies or inefficiencies.
- Benefits: Support the administration of benefits programs. Provide analysis related to employee benefits.
- Data Analysis: Provide sound analysis and recommendations regarding compensation practices, ensuring compliance with wage and labor laws.
- Policy Implementation: Collaborate with HR team to develop, implement, and support payroll and HR policies that align with organizational goals and address employee needs.
- Reporting: Prepare and present reports on headcount, payroll metrics and benefit utilization to management, assisting in informed decision-making about compensation strategies.
- Employee Support: Act as a point of contact for employee inquiries related to payroll and benefits. Provide guidance on HR policy, payroll, and benefits questions.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resource Management or a related field is often required. Advanced degrees or certifications in Human Resources (e.g., PHR, SPHR) are preferred.
- Experience: Typically, candidates should have a minimum of 1-2 years of experience in an Analyst role (or Analyst Intern role) focusing on detailed reporting and
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel, is essential for analyzing payroll data and preparing reports.
- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are necessary to identify trends and improve payroll processes. Attention to detail is crucial to ensure accuracy in payroll and benefits administration.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required to effectively engage with employees and collaborate with cross-functional teams within the organization.
$60,000 - $70,000 a yearThis is a M-F hybrid role. We work T/W/Th in office and M/F from home. Apply for this job
