Senior Human Resources Analyst (Benefits, HRIS, Compensation)

The Senior Human Resources Analyst is an integral member of the HQ People Operations team. Closely partnering with our internal team to drive exceptional process, the HRA is the ultimate generalist. Key areas of ownership will include our internal HRIS, benefits, and compensation programs. Further, the Senior Human Resources Analyst will provide support to the department executive (SVP, People and Culture) on special assignments including; advanced reporting, strategic meeting preparation, and high level project management.

Our ideal candidate will have a strong human resources background with experience in back end process and program management. The successful candidate will be comfortable creating process and working towards solutions. JustFoodForDogs is growing and additions to the team must be comfortable working through the trials and tribulations of rapid growth. Reporting to the SVP, People and Culture this role will sit in the broader People and Culture business unit and receive frequent guidance and support from the Director, People Operations.

This role is located on-site in our Irvine, CA HQ.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyzes data and statistics for trends and patterns with attention to recruitment, hiring practices, motivation, turnover, and compliance with employment laws and regulations.
• Prepares reports of data results, presenting and explaining findings to senior leadership.
• May conduct or assist with conducting classification audits to ensure that jobs are properly classified as exempt or nonexempt.
• Ensures compliance with data privacy regulations and best practices.
• May assist HR leadership with staffing, recruiting, and departmental budgets.
• Oversees and maintains optimal function of the HRIS, which may include installation, customization, development, maintenance, and upgrade to applications, systems, and modules.
• Provides technical support, troubleshooting, and guidance to HRIS users.
• Collaborates with executive leadership and HR staff to identify system improvements and enhancements; recommends and implements solutions.
• Manages permissions, access, personalization, and similar system operations and settings for HRIS users.
• Administers employee insurance programs including life, disability, and health insurance plans.
• Administers employee savings plans that may include the company's 401(k) plan, personal savings plans, and deferred compensation programs.
• Advises and informs employees of changes and developments related to benefits including eligibility, coverage, and provisions.

• Facilitates accurate and timely delivery of employer contributions and employee payroll deductions to carriers, plan administrators, or other appropriate service providers.

• Monitors administrators' and insurance carriers' reports to ensure the organization's compliance with plan requirements.
• Ensures the organization's and plans' compliance with the applicable provisions of COBRA, HIPAA, and ERISA.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree required. BS/BA in Human Resources Management/Business Management or related field preferred
• 3+ Years Human Resources Experience
• Thorough knowledge of COBRA, HIPAA, and ERISA requirements
• Advanced Familiarity with HRIS and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) Preferred: ADP WorkforceNow
• HR Certification, preferred. (SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR/SPHR)
• Ability to travel: limited
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong decision-making skills
• Outstanding knowledge of MS Office, including MS Excel
• Desire to work as a team with a result driven approach
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 25lbs occasionally
• Ability to stand up to 10% of your shift