HR Data Analyst at Extendicare in Markham, Ontario, CA

HR DATA ANALYST Location: 3000 Steeles Avenue East, Suite 400, Markham, Ontario Job Description We are looking for an HR Systems and Reporting Data Analyst to join our small, high-impact HR Systems and Reporting team. Reporting to the Senior Manager, HR Reporting and Analytics, you will play a key role in advancing our data and reporting capabilities — turning complex HR data into actionable insights that support decision-making across the organization. You are analytically minded, a self-starter, and thrive in an environment where precision, collaboration, and continuous improvement matter. This position will be based at our Head Office in Markham, Ontario. Extendicare offers a hybrid working environment. Key responsibilities include: • Partner with developers, functional leads, and stakeholders to design data schemas, define data feed requirements, and contribute to enterprise data architecture • Build and maintain dynamic Workday reports to support Operations and HR teams • Support HR initiatives through financial modelling, KPI development, and performance tracking • Assist the Payroll team with Federal and Provincial reporting programs for health care workers • Act as a liaison between HR functional user groups and technical teams — gathering, analyzing, and documenting business requirements and translating them into effective solutions • Leverage AI tools to automate reporting workflows, accelerate data analysis, and surface insights at scale • Ensure requirements are clearly defined, documented, communicated, and validated across all assigned projects • Complete other duties as assigned What we’re looking for: • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field • 1–3 years of experience in data analysis or reporting, preferably in a fast-paced or growth-oriented environment • Proficiency in SQL Server (complex query writing) and Microsoft Excel • Demonstrated experience or strong interest in working with AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, generative AI for data analysis, prompt-based reporting) • Experience with Workday and BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar) is a strong asset What Extendicare has to offer: At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect: • Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities • Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization • A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work. • Employee Family Assistance Program. • Robust benefits package Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a broad network of long-term care homes (both owned and under management contracts), deliver over 24 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 157,000 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs more than 30,000 qualified, highly trained and dedicated team members who are passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better. #extendicareHR #hybrid TIME TYPE Full time Compensation Details Compensation will be discussed during the recruiting process. At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing quality of life for the people we serve across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to supporting care delivery in homes and communities nationwide. Our corporate roles play a vital part in enabling front-line teams to provide exceptional experiences for clients and families. Together, we foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability—creating solutions that strengthen our services and improve lives every day.   We are committed to providing competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. This opportunity is a replacement for an existing role and to support transparency, a hiring range may be included with this posting. However, final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.   Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.   We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.   Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of recruitment and selection upon request.