HRIS Analyst III

Acosta Institute

The HRIS Analyst III evaluates, analyzes, designs and assist in the maintenance of Core HR systems and supporting applications at Acosta Group. Must modify programs for data gathering and reporting; identify new HR needs.

Posted 5/12/2026full-timeJacksonville • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $76,500 - $109,300 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work with HR users to analyze, design, develop, test, and implement programs to meet special and on-going needs of HR customers particularly around time and attendance and payroll
Assist users to develop, maintain, produce, and distribute standard and custom reports, queries, and interfaces
Revises existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new business requirements
Function as a subject matter expert on HRIS related projects. Including but not limited to analyzing and testing HR and Payroll applications. The responsibilities also include system upgrade, enhancements, and customizations to ensure efficiency and accuracy of process and data
Ensures HR databases are maintained with accurate and up-to-date information through data entry, file transfers, and regular audits
Acts as a liaison with managerial and systems analysis personnel to clarify program intent, identify problems, recommend changes, and determine extent of programming involved
Participate in the development of, and advise management on, information technology strategy and technology deployment
Responsible for overall program delivery for identified solutions, utilizing industry best practices to ensure business value is delivered
Resolve complex technical problems by troubleshooting, analyzing, detecting, identifying, and correcting system deficiencies
May direct the work of others
Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma/GED
Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Seven years of experience with HR/Payroll applications (Core HR, benefits, compensation, and payroll).
Exceptional analytical skills with ability to interpret data, detect trends, draw conclusions, and formulate recommendations
Advanced MS Access and Excel skills
Strong working knowledge of SQL, SQR, and/or PL/SQL preferred
Strong understanding of HR processes and data
Strong understanding of HRIS database design, structure, functions and processes, and experience with database tools. Knowledge of various Recruiting, Performance Management and other HR tools preferred
Ability to work with large amounts of data: facts, figures, and number crunching. Understand the data and analyze it to find conclusions
Ability to document and communication functional/technical business requirements
Ability to write and speak clearly, easily communicating complex ideas
Ability to look at the numbers, trends, and data and come to new conclusions based on the findings
Vigilance in analysis of data to come to correct conclusions is a must
estimate numerical data

Benefits

Comp & perks

Acosta Group recognizes our associates are the foundation of our success. That’s why we prioritize your growth, development, and well-being to help you reach your full potential.
With programs designed to support a fulfilling work-life balance, we offer opportunities that fit your lifestyle and ambitions—whether you’re looking for part-time flexibility or full-time career advancement.
Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and will ensure that applicants with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations.
If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact AskHR@acosta.com.

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Hard Skills & Tools

HRISSQLSQRPL/SQLMS AccessExceldata analysisreportingprogram developmentdatabase design

Soft Skills

analytical skillscommunicationproblem-solvingattention to detailteam collaborationrecommendation formulationdata interpretationtrend analysisdocumentationleadership

Certifications

Bachelor's DegreeHigh School Diploma/GED