HRIS Analyst

Overview

Transforming HCM Strategies to Solutions:

Since 1993, the professional services firm Foster Thomas has been proud to provide our worldwide clients with human capital management (HCM) consulting services in the fields of systems implementation, payroll project management, human resources management, and talent acquisition. We deliver tailored cost-containment HCM consulting services to easily meet some of the most complex challenges that our clients face daily.

We are currently seeking an experienced HRIS Analyst to support a large global company on a 9–12 month /full-time engagement through Foster Thomas, with the potential for conversion to a permanent role with our client. This is a remote role with occasional onsite meetings in Hackettstown, NJ.

• Provide day-to-day support for ADP Workforce Now.
• Manage and maintain HRIS data integrity, performing data loads, audits, and quality checks to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for HRIS processes, ensuring consistency and efficiency across the team.
• Troubleshoot system and data issues, providing timely resolutions and communicating outcomes clearly to stakeholders.
• Support both implementation projects and business-as-usual tasks, including data migrations, configuration updates, and reporting.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Payroll, and Benefits teams to ensure alignment and seamless data flow between systems.
• Conduct internal and external audits, ensuring compliance and understanding of downstream data impact.
• Proactively identify process improvements and recommend system enhancements to improve accuracy, efficiency, and user experience.
• Adapt quickly to changing priorities, maintaining a high level of accuracy while managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

• 5+ years of experience working with ADP Workforce Now.
• Familiarity with ADP Vantage, particularly within talent, performance, and compensation modules, is ideal.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field preferred (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Solid background in HR, payroll, and benefits, with a clear understanding of how they intersect and impact system processes.
• Proven ability to handle data-heavy work, audits, and troubleshooting with a high attention to detail.
• Experience supporting both implementation and operational HRIS tasks, including data migrations and SOP documentation.
• Technically adept and system-savvy, able to diagnose and resolve system issues efficiently.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills — must be proactive, transparent, and collaborative.
• Demonstrated ability to manage shifting priorities, operate independently, and contribute effectively in a team environment.
• Experience with audit processes and an understanding of downstream data implications.
• Willingness to attend occasional in-person meetings in Hackettstown, NJ, as required.

The Benefits of Joining the Foster Thomas Team:

• Job Satisfaction and Growth
• The ability to expand your subject matter expertise in the dynamic HCM industry
• Opportunities for growth in your role and across multiple divisions
• Ongoing employee support, appreciation, and recognition
• Positive and knowledgeable colleagues and leadership
• Commitment to work/life balance

Compensation and Benefits Robust and comprehensive Employee Benefits (children, partner, and family options) package that includes:

• Several medical, dental, and vision plans to choose from
• 100% company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• 100% company-paid mental health plan
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Flexible Savings Account (FSA)
• Paid time off (up to 13 days during 1st year of service and 7 paid holidays)
• Company laptop

This is a full-time, virtual role with monthly in-office meetings you will need to attend at the Hackettstown, NJ office.

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