Kforce has a client in Mahwah, NJ that is seeking a Senior Data Analytics Specialist. Summary: In this role, you'll be a trusted advisor, transforming data into actionable insights that shape business decisions and drive organizational impact. You'll lead the development of dashboards, reports, and visualizations, and help build an analytics roadmap that supports HR initiatives and broader company goals. We are working directly with the hiring manager. This position is hybrid remote (Monday through Thursday in office and Fridays remote). Responsibilities: * Partner with stakeholders to understand short- and long-term goals, define key metrics, and deliver insights that influence decisions * Conduct deep-dive analyses to uncover trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement across HR functions * Use data storytelling to communicate findings and recommendations in a compelling and credible way * Develop and enforce data governance policies to ensure data integrity and compliance * Lead and support HR data projects, including system upgrades and new tool implementations * Translate complex data into clear narratives that support change management and adoption of new processes * Implement data security protocols to safeguard sensitive HR information * Identify opportunities for automation and AI integration in HR analytics workflows * Collaborate on cross-functional initiatives where HR data and reporting are critical * Apply statistical methods to define and track KPIs related to HR data accuracy and efficiency * Support data integration efforts with non-HR systems to ensure consistent and meaningful data definitions * Own and drive analytics projects with a technical mindset and a focus on innovation * Engage with third-party vendors to implement new analytics features and reporting capabilities * Partner with leadership on change management strategies to ensure successful rollout and adoption of analytics solutions