The University of Alabama in Huntsville · 10 hours ago
Human Resources Information Systems & Payroll Data Analyst
Huntsville, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$60K/yr - $65K/yr
2+ years expThe University of Alabama in Huntsville is seeking a Human Resources Information Systems & Payroll Data Analyst to support data analysis and processing related to HR transactions. This role ensures data integrity and acts as a liaison between HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT to enhance HR operations.
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Hiring Manager
Erica Richardson
Responsibilities
Prepare, audit, and process payroll transactions for all employee groups (staff, faculty, students, and temporary)
Review and validate timekeeping data, leave balances, deductions, and job/position changes to ensure accurate payroll outcomes
Research and resolve payroll discrepancies; coordinate corrective actions with HRIS and Financial Affairs team members
Demonstrated knowledge of payroll compliance requirements, including FMLA and other covered leaves, FLSA regulations, overtime compliance, labor distribution, and W-2 processing
Support year-end payroll activities and audit requests
Serve as backup for backup to other general payroll tasks
Manage data entry, updates, and audits in the HRIS to ensure accuracy of employee records, job/position assignments, demographics, and compensation
Monitor workflow approvals and troubleshoot system routing issues
Perform routine and ad-hoc data audits to identify and correct inconsistencies
Partner with IT/OIT to coordinate system enhancements, upgrades, testing, and issue resolution
Build and maintain standard HR and payroll reports, dashboards, and ad-hoc queries (e.g., ARGOS, Oracle, Banner, Cognos, or equivalent)
Provide data for compliance reporting, budget planning, salary analysis, and internal audits
Translate reporting results into clear recommendations for HR leadership
Serve as a resource to employees and managers regarding payroll, HRIS transactions, pay calculations, and self-service functionality
Develop and maintain documentation, desk guides, and training materials for HR processes and system workflows
Provide training to departments on HRIS transactions, payroll deadlines, and data entry standards
Ensure payroll practices comply with federal/state laws, university policies, and audit standards
Recommend and implement process improvements that increase accuracy, efficiency, and automation
Participate in system modernization or ERP implementation efforts (data migration, testing, workflow design, functional review)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Accounting, Information Systems, or related field and 2+ years of relevant experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience)
Knowledge of payroll rules, HR processes, data integrity standards, and systems workflows
Experience with enterprise HR/Payroll systems (such as Banner, Oracle Cloud, Timeclock Plus, etc.)
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and ad hoc reporting/query tools
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality and accuracy
Preferred
Experience with Banner HR/Payroll modules or similar higher-education ERP systems
Experience with ARGOS or institutional reporting tools
Familiarity with FLSA classification, labor compliance, and payroll auditing
Experience in Google Workspace
Company
The University of Alabama in Huntsville
The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), a part of The University of Alabama System, is a state-supported, public, coeducational university, located in Huntsville, Alabama, United States.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
NASA
2023-06-06Grant
Leadership Team
Dr. Bill Carswell, PMP
Project Manager and Charger Energy Lab founder
Kevin Bennett
Chief Risk and Compliance Officer
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