HRIS & Benefits Analyst (Hybrid - Boston)

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert for Workday, including reporting, data integrity, and system configuration support
• Process employee data changes including hires, terminations, transfers, promotions, and organizational updates
• Audit HR and benefits data regularly to identify and resolve discrepancies
• Create and maintain HRIS procedures, workflows, and user documentation
• Troubleshoot HRIS issues and partner with vendors and internal teams to resolve system-related concerns
• Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and company policies
• Leverage AI tools and technologies to enhance HR analytics, reporting, and process efficiency

Benefits Administration

• Administer employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plans, and leave programs
• Coordinate annual open enrollment processes
• Partner with benefits brokers, carriers, and vendors to ensure smooth program administration
• Reconcile benefits invoices and coordinate payroll deductions with Payroll
• Support employee leave administration including FMLA, state leave programs, ADA accommodations, and related documentation as applicable
• Monitor benefits eligibility and ensure compliance with federal, state, and company regulations

Reporting, Analytics & Compliance

• Prepare HR metrics and analytics related to headcount, turnover, benefits enrollment, and other workforce data
• Support compliance reporting including ACA, EEO-1, 401(k), and other required filings
• Analyze HR and benefits data to identify trends and recommend process improvements
• Assist with internal and external audits related to HR and benefits programs
• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and scorecards to support business decisions

Process Improvement & Employee Support

• Identify opportunities to streamline HR processes through automation and system enhancements
• Develop employee communications and training materials related to HR systems and benefits programs
• Provide excellent customer service to employees, managers, and internal stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field preferred
• 3–5 years of experience in HRIS, benefits administration, HR operations, or related HR support role
• Experience working with HRIS platforms such as Workday, Paylocity, CultureAmp and similar systems including new system implementation
• Experience leveraging AI tools to drive insights, automate processes, or improve HR workflows
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage confidential information
• Strong analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.)
• Experience creating reports and translating data into insights

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with HR system implementations or integrations
• Knowledge of ACA reporting, leave administration, and benefits compliance
• HR certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or CEBS preferred
• Experience working in a multi-state or multi-location environment

Key Competencies

• Analytical Thinking
• Attention to Detail
• Data Integrity & Confidentiality
• Customer Service Orientation
• Process Improvement
• Technical Aptitude
• Collaboration & Communication
• Time Management

Pay

Annual Base Compensation: $80,000-$100,000 (commensurate with experience)