HRIS Analyst/Payroll Systems Analyst (Hybrid)

About NAES

At NAES, you’ll find engaging and challenging career opportunities in the power generation, renewable energy and industrial construction industry. At every level of the company, we share a common goal: To instill confidence in our clients through our steadfast commitment to safety, integrity and quality of work.

NAES is largest independent operator of power facilities in the industry, operating more than 190 power plants throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and the UK that span all technologies and provide over 49 GW of capacity. With the strength of 4000 people, our growing family of companies now addresses the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants.

Opportunity Summary

The HRIS Analyst/Payroll Systems Analyst provides support to the HRIS function utilizing UKG Pro, Cognos Analytics and Workforce Software Time-Keeping systems. The position supports a team of more than 30 HR and Payroll professionals within a strong operational capacity, in a high speed, complex environment. Position serves as a technical point of contact for assigned functional areas (with primary focus on payroll systems including Workforce Software) and assists subject matter experts with ensuring data integrity including the setup and testing of system changes.

Primary Duties:

• Support and maintain Payroll systems (UKG Pro, Workforce Software Timekeeping), including interfaces
• Responsibilities include time-keeping configuration, modifications, testing and documentation, including the day-to-day maintenance and administration of Workforce Software
• Monitors and responds to ServiceNow requests. Provides technical assistance to users with ability to resolve issues quickly and independently
• Generates and writes reports/queries using Cognos Analytics
• Assists with documenting HRIS related processes and procedures
• Designs and conducts end user training, including user procedures, guidelines and documentation. Provides training on new releases, HRIS/Payroll related processes and system functionality changes

Scope of Responsibility

This position exercises judgment to perform duties independently with only general direction. The job encounters diverse work situations involving high degree of complexity. Errors may cause significant disruption of operations and productivity of other employees; could also cause loss of permanent records and data, resulting in need for overtime, lost productivity and possibly financial loss.

Working Relationships

This position reports to the Supervisor of HRIS

Compensation

The initial compensation is $84,300 - $92,000

Education and Experience

• Experience with core software applications, UKG Pro, Workforce Software
• Payroll experience required, including payroll timekeeping
• Prior experience working in an Operations environment a plus

Specific Skills and Knowledge

• Strong understanding of payroll practice concepts, including pay calculations
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Excellent analytical skills, with very high attention to detail and ability to produce high quality results
• Strong problem-solving skills with ability to find the root cause of issues and provide appropriate resolution
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. Capable of balancing multiple complex projects while meeting deadlines. Must have strong prioritization skills
• Self-motivated and results oriented
• Continuous learner
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism and confidentiality
• Excellent customer service skills
• Must be able to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. Demonstrated ability to work well with all levels of the organization
• Ability to interpret complex data

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Position is hybrid and based out of the Corporate office in Issaquah, WA. Extended hours may be required due to variable workload and project specific requirements

Fit for Duty

All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes a post-offer drug screen

Performance

All employees have the responsibility to both the customer and their co-workers to do the job right the first time, and to ensure the business needs are being met. NAES evaluates performance throughout the year. Performance reviews are completed on an annual basis.

About NAES

NAES is committed to supporting a culture with unique perspectives and backgrounds. We value individual differences in each other in an effort to create a brighter future in the power generation industry. We strive to attract and retain employees by offering competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package (including retirement) and promotional opportunities.

NAES Safe

Safety is a core value of NAES. As a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be mentally alert and work safely at all times. Additionally, employees are required to adhere to all safety warnings and posted safety signs whenever on company property. Furthermore, employees must follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each employee’s performance.

NAES is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is the practice of NAES to seek employees of the highest quality and to select individuals on the basis of merit and competence, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state and federal law.

Experience

Preferred

• 3 - 5 years: Payroll experience required. Prior payroll timekeeping experience a plus.
• 3 - 5 years: Strong understanding of payroll practice concepts, including pay calculations.

Education

Preferred

• Associates or better in Business Administration or related field

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• Driver's License

Skills

Preferred

• Customer Service
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Organizational Skills
• Payroll
• Verbal and Written Communications
• UltiPro

Behaviors

Preferred

• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Equal Opportunity Employer
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