HR Specialist - Data Management

HR Specialist – Data ManagementAbout the RoleWe're looking for a detail-oriented HR Specialist to join our team, with a strong focus on HR data management. This role is critical to how our HR function operates: you'll own the accuracy, structure, and reliability of employee data that directly feeds our payroll process. You'll work extensively with Excel and Google Sheets, and light coding/scripting skills are a big plus for automating and streamlining our data workflows.This is a great fit for someone who enjoys precision work, is comfortable owning data end-to-end, and wants to bring more structure and automation to HR operations.Key ResponsibilitiesManage and maintain accurate employee records across HR systems, Excel, and Google SheetsPerform data entry and data validation that directly feeds payroll processingBuild and maintain spreadsheets using formulas, pivot tables, and data validation to reduce manual errorsIdentify opportunities to automate repetitive data tasks (e.g., using scripts, macros, or Google Apps Script)Audit HR data regularly for accuracy, consistency, and completenessSupport HR reporting needs (headcount, turnover, compensation data, etc.)Ensure data confidentiality and compliance with data protection policiesCollaborate with Payroll, Finance, and HR teams to ensure smooth data handoffsRequired Skills & ExperienceProven experience in an HR, HR operations, or HR data/analyst roleStrong Excel skills: comfortable with formulas (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, SUMIFS, pivot tables, conditional formatting, data validation)Solid working knowledge of Google Sheets (including sharing/permissions, Google Apps Script a plus)Basic coding/scripting ability — e.g., Python, VBA, or Google Apps Script — to automate repetitive tasks or clean/manipulate dataHigh attention to detail and strong data accuracy standards, especially given payroll implicationsUnderstanding of core HR data concepts (employee records, compensation data, leave/attendance, etc.)Ability to handle sensitive/confidential information with discretionStrong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple data streams simultaneouslyPreferred QualificationsExperience with Oracle Fusion HCM (or similar enterprise HRIS)Experience supporting or working closely with payroll processesFamiliarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI)Experience creating dashboards or automated reporting toolsWhat We're Looking For (Candidate Profile Summary)Someone who:Thinks like a "data owner" — not just entering data, but questioning it, cleaning it, and improving how it's structuredIs fluent in spreadsheet logic — able to build formulas and structures that reduce manual work and errorsHas enough technical curiosity/coding exposure to automate where possible, even if not a "developer"Understands the weight of payroll-linked data — accuracy and timeliness are non-negotiableIs comfortable working cross-functionally with Payroll, Finance, and HR stakeholders