Gusto
HRIS Analyst New Denver, CO;San Francisco, CA
Gusto, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Gusto is a modern, online people platform that helps small businesses take care of their teams. On top of full-service payroll, Gusto offers health insurance, 401(k)s, expert HR, and team management tools. Today, Gusto offices in Denver, San Francisco, and New York serve more than 400,000 businesses nationwide.
Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates. Our mission is to create a world where work empowers a better life, and it starts right here at Gusto. That’s why we’re committed to building a collaborative and inclusive workplace, both physically and virtually. Learn more about our Total Rewards philosophy . About the Role: We're looking for a thoughtful and detail-oriented HRIS Analyst to to support and evolve our core People systems, with a strong foundation in Workday and a service-first mindset. You’ll play a key role in keeping Workday accurate and efficient by supporting the day-to-day lifecycle of our employees. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys high-quality execution, solving system puzzles, and collaborating cross-functionally. About the Team: We’re seeking someone who’s experienced in Workday support and has done some configuration work previously—even if lightly—and is now looking to deepen their expertise in day-to-day HRIS operations, data quality, and cross-functional support. You’ll work independently on core processes while collaborating across the People, IT, and Finance teams to improve operations and employee experiences. We’re also excited about the potential of AI and automation to streamline how we work, and we’d love for this person to explore emerging tooling that can simplify manual processes and improve HRIS support at scale. Here’s what you’ll do day-to-day: HRIS Operations Own and process complex Workday transactions across the employee lifecycle (hires, transfers, compensation changes, org changes, terminations, etc.) with a focus on data integrity and compliance Resolve incoming HRIS requests (related to job and org. changes, employee data, benefits, compensation, performance reviews, extended workforce, etc.), offering expert guidance, flagging trends, and identifying opportunities for process improvement to help us scale and automate where possible Monitor data accuracy and run regular audits to ensure system integrity and compliance, identifying root causes of recurring issues and partnering on long-term fixes Maintain internal documentation and team wikis to support smooth operations and transparency System Optimization and Configuration Contribute to ongoing People team projects and play a key role in scaling employee experiences through system updates across the People team (Comp, Benefits, Invite, & Talent Development) Make system updates to business processes in Workday, eligibility rules, help text, calculated fields and report-building Test and validate configuration changes or new features before deployment Create and maintain system documentation for workflows, configuration decisions, and operating procedures Lean in to innovation and emerging AI tools—including leveraging platforms like Glean—to streamline knowledge sharing, automate repetitive tasks, and improve service delivery at scale Here’s what we're looking for: 3–5+ years of experience
in HRIS or People Operations roles, including hands-on Workday data entry and support Prior experience with Workday reporting and configuration (e.g., business processes, eligibility, calculated fields) Proven track record managing HRIS support queues, data changes, and sensitive employee information Ability to work independently, assess ambiguous issues, and propose scalable solutions Excellent attention to detail and a passion for clean, reliable data Strong written and verbal communication skills — you're comfortable educating stakeholders and building trust A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively across technical and non-technical teams Nice-to-Haves
Workday Pro certification or formal module-specific Workday training (Core HR/HCM, Comp, Benefits, Talent, Time & Payroll) Familiarity with tools like Jira, Asana, Greenhouse, or Workato Experience supporting global orgs or high-volume hiring cycles Knowledge of Workday EIBs or security configuration Our cash compensation amount for this role is between $80,000 - $89,00/year in Denver and between $97,000 - $108,000/year for New York/San Francisco. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate location, experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts listed above. Gusto has physical office spaces in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City. Employees who are based in those locations will be expected to work from the office on designated days approximately
2-3 days
per week (or more depending on role). The same office expectations apply to all Symmetry roles, Gusto's subsidiary, whose physical office is in Scottsdale. Note: The San Francisco office expectations encompass both the San Francisco and San Jose metro areas. When approved to work from a location other than a Gusto office, a secure, reliable, and consistent internet connection is required. Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for small businesses, you will find a home at Gusto. Gusto is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Gusto considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gusto is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. We want to see our candidates perform to the best of their ability. If you require a medical or religious accommodation at any time throughout your candidate journey, please fill out this form and a member of our team will get in touch with you. Interested in building your career at Gusto, Inc.? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email. Apply for this job * indicates a required field First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone * Location (City) * Resume/CV * Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Preferred Name * Zip Code / Postal Code (Non-U.S. based candidates, please enter "00000") * LinkedIn Profile How did you hear about this opportunity? (select all that apply) * LinkedIn Indeed Facebook News Article Conference or Meetup Are you legally authorized to work in the country where you are applying? * Select... Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment? * Select... If you’ll require this employer to commence, i.e., “sponsor,” an immigration or work permit case in order to employ you, either now or at some point in the future, then you should answer yes. An example of an immigration or work permit case that may require sponsorship now or in the future would be an H-1B or other employment-based work permit sponsorship. Voluntary Self-Identification Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it helps us to build better products, better serve our customers, and makes our company stronger. In addition to the information required to consider your application, below is a set of demographic questions that help us identify areas for improvement in our process and further support the development and execution of our diversity efforts and programs as well as to create a more inclusive environment for all employees. Your responses to these questions will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file. Your responses, or your wish not to answer, will not be associated with your specific application, will not be shared with hiring managers, and will not in any way be used in making any employment decisions, including hiring decisions. Please use this as a reference while completing the disability self-identification: You are considered to have a disability if you have a physical or mental impairment or medical condition that substantially limits a major life activity, or if you have a history or record of such an impairment or medical condition. Disabilities include, but are not limited to: Blindness Deafness Cancer Diabetes Epilepsy Autism Cerebral palsy HIV/AIDS Bipolar disorder Multiple sclerosis (MS) Missing limbs or partially missing limbs Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Impairments requiring the use of a wheelchair How would you describe your gender identity (please select one)? * Select... I identify as transgender (please select one): * Select... I identify my sexual orientation as (please select one): * Select... I identify my race/ethnicity as (mark all that apply): * Select... Veteran Status (please select one): * Select... I have a disability (please select one): * Select... I identify as a first-generation professional (please select one): * Select...
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Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates. Our mission is to create a world where work empowers a better life, and it starts right here at Gusto. That’s why we’re committed to building a collaborative and inclusive workplace, both physically and virtually. Learn more about our Total Rewards philosophy . About the Role: We're looking for a thoughtful and detail-oriented HRIS Analyst to to support and evolve our core People systems, with a strong foundation in Workday and a service-first mindset. You’ll play a key role in keeping Workday accurate and efficient by supporting the day-to-day lifecycle of our employees. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys high-quality execution, solving system puzzles, and collaborating cross-functionally. About the Team: We’re seeking someone who’s experienced in Workday support and has done some configuration work previously—even if lightly—and is now looking to deepen their expertise in day-to-day HRIS operations, data quality, and cross-functional support. You’ll work independently on core processes while collaborating across the People, IT, and Finance teams to improve operations and employee experiences. We’re also excited about the potential of AI and automation to streamline how we work, and we’d love for this person to explore emerging tooling that can simplify manual processes and improve HRIS support at scale. Here’s what you’ll do day-to-day: HRIS Operations Own and process complex Workday transactions across the employee lifecycle (hires, transfers, compensation changes, org changes, terminations, etc.) with a focus on data integrity and compliance Resolve incoming HRIS requests (related to job and org. changes, employee data, benefits, compensation, performance reviews, extended workforce, etc.), offering expert guidance, flagging trends, and identifying opportunities for process improvement to help us scale and automate where possible Monitor data accuracy and run regular audits to ensure system integrity and compliance, identifying root causes of recurring issues and partnering on long-term fixes Maintain internal documentation and team wikis to support smooth operations and transparency System Optimization and Configuration Contribute to ongoing People team projects and play a key role in scaling employee experiences through system updates across the People team (Comp, Benefits, Invite, & Talent Development) Make system updates to business processes in Workday, eligibility rules, help text, calculated fields and report-building Test and validate configuration changes or new features before deployment Create and maintain system documentation for workflows, configuration decisions, and operating procedures Lean in to innovation and emerging AI tools—including leveraging platforms like Glean—to streamline knowledge sharing, automate repetitive tasks, and improve service delivery at scale Here’s what we're looking for: 3–5+ years of experience
in HRIS or People Operations roles, including hands-on Workday data entry and support Prior experience with Workday reporting and configuration (e.g., business processes, eligibility, calculated fields) Proven track record managing HRIS support queues, data changes, and sensitive employee information Ability to work independently, assess ambiguous issues, and propose scalable solutions Excellent attention to detail and a passion for clean, reliable data Strong written and verbal communication skills — you're comfortable educating stakeholders and building trust A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively across technical and non-technical teams Nice-to-Haves
Workday Pro certification or formal module-specific Workday training (Core HR/HCM, Comp, Benefits, Talent, Time & Payroll) Familiarity with tools like Jira, Asana, Greenhouse, or Workato Experience supporting global orgs or high-volume hiring cycles Knowledge of Workday EIBs or security configuration Our cash compensation amount for this role is between $80,000 - $89,00/year in Denver and between $97,000 - $108,000/year for New York/San Francisco. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate location, experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts listed above. Gusto has physical office spaces in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City. Employees who are based in those locations will be expected to work from the office on designated days approximately
2-3 days
per week (or more depending on role). The same office expectations apply to all Symmetry roles, Gusto's subsidiary, whose physical office is in Scottsdale. Note: The San Francisco office expectations encompass both the San Francisco and San Jose metro areas. When approved to work from a location other than a Gusto office, a secure, reliable, and consistent internet connection is required. Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for small businesses, you will find a home at Gusto. Gusto is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Gusto considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gusto is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. We want to see our candidates perform to the best of their ability. If you require a medical or religious accommodation at any time throughout your candidate journey, please fill out this form and a member of our team will get in touch with you. Interested in building your career at Gusto, Inc.? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email. Apply for this job * indicates a required field First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone * Location (City) * Resume/CV * Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Preferred Name * Zip Code / Postal Code (Non-U.S. based candidates, please enter "00000") * LinkedIn Profile How did you hear about this opportunity? (select all that apply) * LinkedIn Indeed Facebook News Article Conference or Meetup Are you legally authorized to work in the country where you are applying? * Select... Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment? * Select... If you’ll require this employer to commence, i.e., “sponsor,” an immigration or work permit case in order to employ you, either now or at some point in the future, then you should answer yes. An example of an immigration or work permit case that may require sponsorship now or in the future would be an H-1B or other employment-based work permit sponsorship. Voluntary Self-Identification Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it helps us to build better products, better serve our customers, and makes our company stronger. In addition to the information required to consider your application, below is a set of demographic questions that help us identify areas for improvement in our process and further support the development and execution of our diversity efforts and programs as well as to create a more inclusive environment for all employees. Your responses to these questions will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file. Your responses, or your wish not to answer, will not be associated with your specific application, will not be shared with hiring managers, and will not in any way be used in making any employment decisions, including hiring decisions. Please use this as a reference while completing the disability self-identification: You are considered to have a disability if you have a physical or mental impairment or medical condition that substantially limits a major life activity, or if you have a history or record of such an impairment or medical condition. Disabilities include, but are not limited to: Blindness Deafness Cancer Diabetes Epilepsy Autism Cerebral palsy HIV/AIDS Bipolar disorder Multiple sclerosis (MS) Missing limbs or partially missing limbs Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Impairments requiring the use of a wheelchair How would you describe your gender identity (please select one)? * Select... I identify as transgender (please select one): * Select... I identify my sexual orientation as (please select one): * Select... I identify my race/ethnicity as (mark all that apply): * Select... Veteran Status (please select one): * Select... I have a disability (please select one): * Select... I identify as a first-generation professional (please select one): * Select...
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