HR Analyst

permanent
Fully Remote

Only accepting applications from: United States

  • Manage and ensure data integrity across all HR systems (HRIS, ATS, payroll).
  • Maintain accurate and current employee records within our HRIS (UKG).
  • Manage compensation information in HRIS, ensuring data accuracy for reporting and audits.
  • Develop, maintain, and analyze HR reports, metrics, and dashboards to track key performance indicators.
  • Collect and compile HR data from the HRIS, compensation resources, and labor statistics to support decision-making for HR and business leadership.
  • Collaborate with People Partners to develop data-driven solutions for HR challenges.
  • Train the team to ensure effective and full utilization of HR systems.
  • Conduct market research and salary surveys to ensure competitive compensation programs.
  • Analyze internal pay equity, compensation trends, and market data to provide data-driven recommendations.
  • Assist in the design, implementation, and administration of new compensation programs, including salary structures, merit increases, and incentive programs.
  • Research, design, and manage competitive and fair salary and benefits programs by analyzing market data, conducting job evaluations, ensuring legal compliance, and preparing reports for stakeholders.
  • Partner with the Benefits & Payroll Manager to support accurate payroll and benefits processing and acts as a backup for payroll coordination when needed.
  • Partner with the Benefits & Payroll Manager on the benefit enrollment process and employee experience.
  • Collaborate with the Payroll & Benefits Manager to ensure accurate payroll and benefits processing, serving as a backup for payroll coordination as needed.
  • Manage the Leave of Absence process in conjunction with the Benefits & Payroll Manager and external vendors.
  • Facilitate change management initiatives during periods of organizational expansion or HR system implementations, promoting adoption across both U.S. and international teams.
  • Assist the team in evaluating and implementing scalable HR processes, tools, and workflows to support company growth across multiple geographies.
  • Use knowledge of federal, state, and local labor laws, as well as internal policies to ensure compliance.

Experience

  • 5+ years of HR Analyst experience, including experience in a SaaS or tech company
  • Strong knowledge of HR laws, regulations, and best practices across the U.S. (multi-state experience preferred)
  • Proven ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and professionalism
  • Strong analytical and quantitative skills to interpret data and make informed recommendations.
  • Expertise in compensation management
  • Ability to communicate technical information in an easily understood manner
  • Experience as a power user/admin within UKG or other similar HRIS
  • Bias to act and drive toward completion
  • Proficiency with the Google Suite
  • Experience with the following tools: Greenhouse, Rippling, Deel
  • Experience with near and offshore talent (Canada, Philippines, Mexico, Brazil, and or Argentina preferred)
  • Experience with SOC2 compliance audits

Salary and Perks

Pay range: $75K - $90K

  • Comprehensive medical benefits with employer contribution to premiums and to HSA accounts
  • Additional benefits such as pet insurance, free access to the Calm app
  • Fully remote company with a monthly tech stipend to support WFH needs
  • Inclusive benefits including parental leave, fertility support, and adoption support
  • 401(k) plan with employer match
  • Flexible PTO plus 10 company holidays and winter break (Dec 24th - Jan 1st)
  • Annual learning and development allowance for professional growth

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