HR Analyst
Position Type: W-2 employee, fixed-term (5 months), Full time contract with potential for conversion based on business needs
Location: This is a hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote) role in Brisbane, CA.
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About Odoo
Odoo is an open-source enterprise resource planning (ERP) software that helps companies manage and streamline their operations through a single, integrated system. Our modular suite of business applications-covering everything from accounting and inventory to CRM and project management-works together seamlessly to support efficiency and growth.
Developed by a global open-source community of engineers and business experts, Odoo has become a flexible, scalable solution for organizations of all sizes. With over 12 million users in 120+ countries and more than 2,000 daily downloads, Odoo is scaling fast, powered by a product-first mindset, a culture of innovation, and the energy of a startup.
About the job:
Odoo is seeking a curious and highly motivated HR Analyst to join our growing team. As a key member of the HR department, you will provide critical support across various HR functions while serving as the frontline contact for employee inquiries.
This role is essential in managing onboarding and offboarding, maintaining accurate employee records, overseeing benefits administration, tracking leave of absence (LOA) records, and ensuring payroll and policy compliance. You will collaborate with managers and external partners to support HR initiatives and continuously improve our people operations.
The ideal candidate is customer-focused, highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrives in a collaborative team environment while managing multiple priorities.
Responsibilities
- Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders by promptly responding to inquiries and resolving issues effectively
- Process employee data changes in ADP and the Odoo Employee App accurately and in compliance with policies
- Manage full-cycle onboarding and offboarding, including documentation, equipment coordination, orientations, BEP completion, exit interviews, and policy compliance
- Handle employment verifications, department expense reports, and maintain the organizational chart and safety plans
- Track and manage Leave of Absence (LOA) records with accurate documentation and compliance
- Proactively resolve problems, manage multiple projects efficiently, and maintain organized HR files in both digital and physical formats
- Act as a liaison between employees and benefits providers, addressing inquiries and supporting HR communications, company events, and culture-building initiatives
- Establish and manage relationships with law firms, insurance brokers, payroll companies, and benefits providers to ensure alignment with policies
- Identify and resolve HR compliance issues; write and maintain internal policies, the company handbook, offer letters, and termination documentation
- Develop and maintain templates and processes for managers, including PIPs and progressive discipline frameworks
- Research and assess insurance requirements strategically to select providers; conduct internal HR investigations and propose preventive measures
- Develop a consistent process for salary market analyses and manage salary grids
- Deliver HR communications related to employee matters company-wide
- Utilize advanced Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables) for data analysis; learn and apply internal tools and software to align HR solutions with business needs
- Evaluate data quality and confidence levels in analyses
- Support managers in HR matters by identifying gaps in practices, providing training, and coaching on disciplinary actions, performance improvement, and miscellaneous requests
- Ensure consistent application of progressive disciplinary steps
Qualifications and Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, a related field, or equivalent experience
- 7+ years of HR and administrative experience, including working with HCM/HRIS systems, at startups or fast-growing organizations
- Strong knowledge of HR best practices, policies, and procedures, including 401(k) administration, EEOC regulations, ACA compliance, overtime exemptions, employee benefits, taxable benefits, and city/state maternity leave policies
- Proficiency in G-Suite
- Strong attention to detail, organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills with professionalism and discretion
- Self-starter with adaptability to new systems
- Team player with an approachable demeanor
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with effective decision-making and prioritization skills
- Balances professionalism with authenticity
Nice to Have
- Experience/knowledge with SaaS/Cloud-based applications, particularly ERP systems
- Additional languages (Spanish preferred)
Compensation and Perks
- Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, FSA, HSA Matching, 401K Matching, and Commuter Benefits
- PTO (Paid-time-off), paid sick days, and paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program: 3 X 1-hour telehealth calls with certified mental health professionals
- $100 towards a work-from-home office setup
- Evolve in a nice working atmosphere with a passionate, growing team.
- Chef-prepared lunches - snacks, fruit, and coffee/drinks on tap.
- Company-sponsored events for groups of 6+ employees
The estimated hourly compensation range is $40 to $60. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location.
Ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other is core to Odoo's values. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and a pleasant and supportive place to work. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.