Human Resources Analyst

HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST Framingham   The HR Analyst supports the People & Culture and Finance teams through workforce analytics, HR systems administration, payroll processing support, compliance reporting, audits, and employee data management. This role serves as a key partner in ensuring the accuracy of employee data, supporting payroll administration, producing workforce insights, and improving processes that enhance the employee experience. This position reports to the Director of People & Culture and works closely with the Payroll Manager, CIO and Finance team.   Salary Range: $64,000.00 - $79,000.00/year depending on experience and degree + sign-on bonus (half paid after 6 months of employment and half paid after 1 year of employment/pro-rated for part-time).    This position follows a hybrid schedule, with 3 days in our Framingham, MA office and 2 days remote.   What will you do:   HR Analytics & Reporting   Develop, maintain, and analyze workforce reports and dashboards.   Track trends related to turnover, retention, vacancies, demographics, engagement, and other workforce metrics.   Support annual workforce analysis and strategic planning initiatives.   Create reports using HRIS, payroll, Excel, Acumatica and Power BI platforms.   Audit employee data and ensure data integrity across systems.   HR Systems Administration   Serve as a primary HRIS support resource.   Maintain employee records and organizational data.   Support system implementations, upgrades, testing, and process improvements.   Create and maintain standard operating procedures and reporting guides.   Payroll Support   Assist with biweekly payroll preparation and processing.   Audit payroll data for accuracy and compliance.   Review timekeeping records, deductions, leave balances, and employee changes.   Support payroll reconciliations and year-end payroll activities.   Assist employees and managers with payroll-related inquiries.   Ensure compliance with federal and state wage and hour regulations.   Compliance & Auditing   Support internal audits and regulatory reporting requirements.   Prepare reports for leadership, grants, accreditation, and compliance needs.   Monitor HR and payroll data for accuracy and completeness.   Assist with policy implementation and documentation.   Process Improvement   Identify opportunities to automate manual processes.   Create efficiencies through reporting, technology, and workflow improvements.   Collaborate with HR, Finance, and operational leaders to streamline administrative processes.      Competencies/Traits of our Superstars:  Analytical thinking   Data accuracy   Process improvement   Collaboration   Confidentiality   Customer service   Project management   Communication   Presentation Skills     Preferred Traits/Skills   Experience with payroll processing.   Experience with HRIS administration.   Power BI reporting experience.   Experience in nonprofit, healthcare, social services, or human services organizations.   HR, payroll, or related certification.        Minimum Requirements:    Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Finance, Data Analytics, or related field.   2-4 years of experience in HR, payroll, HRIS, analytics, or related functions.   Advanced Excel skills.   Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.   High attention to detail and confidentiality.