What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Specialist position at Aston Carter?
Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented HRIS Analyst / HR Data Specialist to support employee data management and HR operations within a fast-paced environment. This role is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of employee records in Workday, processing employee lifecycle transactions, and providing operational support to HR partners, managers, and employees. The ideal candidate has strong Workday experience, advanced attention to detail, and excellent Excel skills.
Key Responsibilities
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Davidson, NC.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $30.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Davidson,NC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
We are seeking a detail-oriented HRIS Analyst / HR Data Specialist to support employee data management and HR operations within a fast-paced environment. This role is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of employee records in Workday, processing employee lifecycle transactions, and providing operational support to HR partners, managers, and employees. The ideal candidate has strong Workday experience, advanced attention to detail, and excellent Excel skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Enter, audit, validate, and maintain employee job, compensation, and organizational data within Workday.
- Process a variety of employee lifecycle transactions, including:
- New hire onboarding
- Job and compensation changes
- Manager and organizational changes
- Employee transfers
- Employee separations and terminations
- Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and compliance of employee data across HR systems.
- Partner with HR teams, managers, and employees to support routine HR transactions and data-related inquiries.
- Provide operational support to the HR Solutions team and assist with workload balancing during peak periods.
- Analyze and review HR data to identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and maintain data integrity.
- Utilize Microsoft Excel for reporting, data validation, analysis, and recurring data management activities, including formulas, filtering, sorting, and pivot tables.
- Create and maintain process documentation, procedures, and reference materials.
- Effectively prioritize competing priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Handle sensitive and confidential employee information with the highest level of discretion.
- Support additional projects and responsibilities as assigned.
- Hands-on experience working within Workday.
- Previous experience supporting HRIS systems, HR operations, employee data management, or HR transactions.
- Strong attention to detail with a commitment to data accuracy and quality.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, filtering, sorting, data analysis, and pivot tables.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
- High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
- Experience supporting HR Operations, Shared Services, or HR Service Center environments.
- Familiarity with employee lifecycle processes and HR data structures.
- Experience documenting business processes, workflows, and procedural guides.
- Experience working in high-volume transactional HR environments.
- Workday
- HRIS Administration
- Human Resources Operations
- Employee Data Management
- Data Entry & Data Validation
- Microsoft Excel
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Davidson, NC.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $30.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Davidson,NC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Salary : $28 - $30