Senior HR Data & Reporting Analyst

Location: Milwaukee, WI | Schedule: Hybrid | Type: Contract-to-Hire

About Our Client

Our client is a leading organization delivering essential services and innovative solutions across North America. They are committed to operational excellence, data-driven decision-making, and supporting a large, diverse workforce.

Position Summary

The Senior HR Data & Reporting Analyst is responsible for gathering, structuring, analyzing, and reporting on HR data to support business and leadership decision-making. This role will develop complex reports, dashboards, data models, and analytics solutions across multiple HR systems while ensuring data accuracy, security, and alignment with data governance standards.

Responsibilities

• Gather, structure, analyze, and present HR data from multiple systems in a secure and usable format.
• Build complex, accurate reports to support data research, troubleshooting, audits, and business needs.
• Design, develop, and maintain HR reports and dashboards for leadership and business stakeholders.
• Support recurring reporting needs and ensure timely distribution through secure delivery methods.
• Partner with HR, technical teams, and business leaders to define reporting requirements and specifications.
• Identify data gaps, troubleshoot complex data issues, and recommend solutions.
• Monitor key metrics and provide insights when additional analysis is needed.
• Develop and maintain HR data models that align with business requirements and data governance policies.
• Evaluate existing data structures and recommend improvements for performance, scalability, and accuracy.
• Support data audits and ensure data quality, integrity, and compliance with privacy standards.
• Identify opportunities to enhance analytics capabilities, automate reporting, and improve processes.
• Use HR systems and analytics tools to create interactive reports, dashboards, and data visualizations.
• Lead reporting-related projects, prioritize work requests, and collaborate with business partners on delivery.
• Mentor junior team members and provide guidance on reporting best practices.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Analytics, Human Resources, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in data analysis, reporting, business analysis, research, or a related role.
• Experience working with HR, Payroll, or workforce data preferred.
• Workday report writing experience required.
• PRISM Analytics experience preferred.

Skills

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
• Advanced experience developing reports, dashboards, and data models.
• Experience with Power BI, Excel, Workday reporting, and/or HRIS reporting tools.
• Strong Excel skills; Google Workspace experience is a plus.
• General understanding of HR and payroll practices.
• Ability to handle confidential information, including PII, with sound judgment and discretion.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Ability to troubleshoot data discrepancies and complex reporting issues.
• Strong organizational, planning, and project management skills.
• Ability to balance day-to-day reporting needs with larger enhancement initiatives.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with HR, technical teams, and leadership.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Nice to Have

• Workday PRISM Analytics experience.
• PeopleSoft or Workforce Software experience.
• Advanced Power BI dashboard development experience.
• HR data governance or data modeling experience.
• Experience mentoring junior analysts.

About Everforth Apex

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Benefits

• Supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) and a 401K program with company match after 12 months of tenure.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) on the HDHP plan.
• SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions.
• Corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• On-demand training program, access to certification prep, and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars after 6+ months of tenure.
• Certification discounts and perks for associations including CompTIA and IIBA.
• Dedicated customer service team for consultants and a certified Career Coach.