HR Systems & Compliance Specialist

Job Description

**Job Title: HR Systems & Compliance Specialist**
**Location: Cadillac, MI**
**Business Unit: Avon Technologies**
**Purpose of Position:**
As a part of the HR Central Services team, this role will support development, maintenance and optimization of the Human Resource Information System (HRIS) and other systems supported by the HRIS team. The individual will be primarily responsible for ensuring the integrity of the entry and maintenance of employee data while adhering to internal controls and identifying potential for process improvement opportunities. The incumbent will also analyze and interpret data in order to support the objectives of the HR Operations and Total Rewards team.
**Essential Duties and/or Functions:**
* Support the entry, maintenance, expansion, and ongoing audit of employee data.
* Assist in projects involving analysis, design, testing, implementation, upgrades, and optimization support for the HRIS Director.
* Support researching and resolving HRIS problems, unexpected results, or process flaws.
* Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of HRIS related policies and procedures.
* Participate in increasing knowledge of basic HR fundamentals and HRIS application/tools through various continuing education platforms.
* Support process flows, systems integrations, and data integrity by working closely with various departments including but not limited to: Recruiting, Payroll, Benefits, Legal and IT.
* Support documentation of user procedures, guidelines, and business processes.
* Support a variety of reports or queries utilizing appropriate reporting tools, both on a regular and ad-hoc basis.
* Assist in development and delivery of standard reports for ongoing needs.
* Plan and conduct end to end analysis including data gathering and validation.
* Assist in the development of communication and/or training materials, including user guides.
* Assist with preparation of annual compliance efforts including but not limited to: Affirmative Action Plan, EEO-1 reporting, BLS Reporting, State specific compliance updates/changes, FLSA audits, etc.
* Assist with annual open enrollment and general employee benefits efforts including but not limited to: Enrollment audits, quality checks of benefits-related data, vendor file feeds, benefit discrepancy resolution, etc.
* Lead employee wellness initiatives under the direction of the US Benefits Manager
* Supports SBU HR Leadership teams and Site HR on a project-based initiatives and general systems, benefits or compliance queries.

**Required Minimum Qualifications:**
* Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field
* Two years’ experience in an HR Generalist role or higher
* Strong interest in HRIS with the ability to produce reports that are accurate, complete, and prepared on schedule.
* Ability to support HRIS in a variety of functional areas, processes, and data.
* 1-2 years of HRIS experience.
* Ability to quickly grasp facts, processes, procedures in a changing environment.
* Ability to manage several complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines within short time frames.
* Strong interpersonal skills: ability to interact with all levels of the company, as well as willingness to coach and teach end users who do not possess expert or SME level system skills.
* Effective presentation skills including written and verbal communication skills.
* Computer proficiency and technical aptitude in MS Word, Excel, Power Point, and SharePoint
* Ability to perform with a high level of confidentiality, professionalism, integrity, and credibility.

**Preferred/Desired Skills and/or Experiences:**
* Experience with ADP Workforce Now
* Working knowledge of employee benefits and applicable laws
* Working knowledge of US employment law and regulations
* Experience with Global HRIS systems and integrations

**Internal Relationships:**
* SBU Operations, Payroll, Finance, IT, Legal, Sourcing/Purchasing

**External Relationships:**
* System Vendors, Benefits Vendors, Outside Legal Counsel

**About Avon Technologies:**
We design and produce life-critical personal protection solutions for the world’s militaries and first responders. With a portfolio that includes Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (“CBRN”), protection. We do this through our two brands, Avon Technologies and Team Wendy. Our mission is to provide unparalleled protection for those who protect us, giving them the confidence to tackle challenging situations and helping them get home safe. At Avon Protection, we recognize that our success relies on the collective efforts of our talented team. As an organization, we welcome individuals who embody our #FIERCE company values – fearlessness, integrity, excellence, resilience, collaboration, and the ability to execute.
**What We Offer:**
* Flexible Schedule
* Competitive Compensation Package
* Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
* 401k Matching
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Learning and Development Initiatives

*This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserved the right to modify, add or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary.*
*Responsibilities of this position may include direct and/or indirect physical or logical access to information, systems, technologies subjected to the regulations/compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws.*

*U.S. Export Control laws and U.S. Government Department of Defense contracts and sub-contracts impose certain restrictions on companies and their ability to share export-controlled and other technology and services with certain “non-U.S. persons” (persons who are not U.S. citizens or nationals, lawful permanent residents of the U.S., refugees, “Temporary Residents” (granted Amnesty or Special Agricultural Worker provisions), or persons granted asylum (but excluding persons in nonimmigrant status such as H-1B, L-1, F-1, etc.) or non-U.S. citizens.*

*To comply with these laws, and in conjunction with the review of candidates for those positions within Avon that may present access to export controlled technical data, Avon must assess employees’ U.S. person status, as well as citizenship(s).*

*The questions asked in this application are intended to assess this and will be used for evaluation purposes only. Failure to provide the necessary information in this regard will result in our inability to consider you further for this particular position. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at Avon’s sole election.*
*Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without a sponsorship for employment visa status (e.e. H1B status).*
*The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in Cadillac, MI is $75,000 to $76,000 annually.* *The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, type and years of experience within the industry, education, etc.*
***EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability***