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Database Analyst

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Detroit, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 12/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/31/2026
Description

The HRIS Systems Analyst will be responsible for configuring, maintaining, and optimizing ADP Workforce Now (WFN) to support HR, Payroll, and Finance operations. This role ensures that key modules-including Recruitment, Learning Management, Compensation, Performance Management, Time & Attendance, and Core HR-are fully leveraged to streamline processes and deliver accurate workforce data.

Reporting to IT and partnering closely with HR and Finance, this position serves as the bridge between technical system administration and HR functional needs.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Act as the lead administrator for ADP Workforce Now, managing modules such as Recruitment & Talent Acquisition, Learning Management, Compensation, Performance Management, Workforce Management/Time & Attendance, and Core HR.
  • Maintain role-based security and system permissions in alignment with IT and HR compliance standards.
  • Coordinate and test quarterly ADP releases and new feature rollouts.
  • Perform regular audits and reconciliations across HR, Payroll, and Finance data.
  • Develop and maintain standard and custom reports to support compliance, HR metrics, and workforce planning.
  • Ensure compliance with data privacy and security regulations.
  • Collaborate with HR to align system configurations with policies and programs.
  • Partner with Payroll to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing through WFN integrations.
  • Support Finance with position control, labor distribution, and organizational reporting.
  • Serve as the primary liaison with ADP support for troubleshooting and enhancement requests.
  • Identify opportunities to improve workflows and increase adoption of WFN modules.
  • Lead or assist with new module implementations, integrations, and system upgrades.
  • Create and maintain system documentation, user guides, and training materials.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 3 years of hands-on experience administering ADP Workforce Now.
  • Expertise in WFN modules including Recruitment, Learning Management, Compensation, Performance Management, and Time & Attendance.
  • Strong understanding of HR, Payroll, and Finance processes.
  • Proficiency in WFN Reporting & Analytics and Microsoft Excel.
  • Experience with system integrations and vendor interfaces (benefits carriers, ATS, LMS, etc.).
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.
  • Strong attention to detail, data accuracy, and problem-solving skills.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree inInformation Systems, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 3 years of hands-on experienceadministering ADP Workforce Now.
  • Expertise in WFN modules includingRecruitment, Learning Management, Compensation, Performance Management, and Time & Attendance.
  • Strong understanding ofHR, Payroll, and Finance processes.
  • Proficiency inWFN Reporting & AnalyticsandMicrosoft Excel.
  • Experience withsystem integrations and vendor interfaces(benefits carriers, ATS, LMS, etc.).
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.
  • Strong attention to detail, data accuracy, and problem-solving skills.

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