Senior HRIS and Reporting Analyst

POSITION/TITLE:  Senior HRIS and Reporting Analyst

DEPARTMENT: Human Resources

LOCATION: Hybrid

REPORTS TO: Manager, Human Resources - Corporate

POSITION SUMMARY: The Senior HRIS and Reporting Analyst is responsible for the administration, optimization, and ongoing support of the organization’s Human Resources Information System (HRIS), with a primary focus on UKG. This role ensures the accuracy, integrity, and security of HR data, while leading the development of advanced reporting and analytics to support business decisions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as the system administrator and subject matter expert for the UKG HRIS platform, including Core HR, Time & Attendance, and related modules.
• Ensure data integrity and accurate configuration of system components such as job codes, positions, cost centers, and organizational hierarchy.
• Ensure personnel records are maintained and secure, and required governmental reports/data are properly filed.
• Create, monitor, and audit user access rights and security roles to ensure appropriate data access and compliance with internal controls.
• Design, generate, and analyze complex HR reports and dashboards to support compliance, strategic planning, and operational decision-making.
• Monitor and maintain system workflows, rules, and business processes to support operational effectiveness and compliance.
• Provide technical support and maintenance for timeclock systems, including configuration, troubleshooting, and ensuring accurate data flow between timeclocks and the UKG system.
• Conduct regular audits and data quality checks to ensure data integrity, resolving discrepancies as needed.
• Respond to and support internal and external corporate audits, as well as vendor data requests, by providing accurate and timely HRIS data in compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the development and automation of recurring HR reports and support ad hoc reporting requests across departments.
• Leads implementation of new/updated HRIS modules, including user defined requirements, testing and user acceptance.
• Identify opportunities to streamline and improve HR system processes, workflows, and data entry practices.
• Provide training and guidance to HR staff and end users on system functionality, data entry standards, and best practices.
• Supports technical components of other HR software applications.
• Partner with Finance, IT and other departments to support business processes, resolve system issues, and implement enhancements with HR software applications.
• Manages relationship with HRIS vendor regarding, agreement terms, service requests and other initiatives.
• Manage and support HRIS integrations between UKG and external vendor systems, ensuring data accuracy, seamless functionality, and ongoing maintenance of interface processes.

• Develop and maintain user documentation for HR System procedures, guidelines and processes.
• Act as first-level contact for managers and end users to troubleshoot and resolve system issues.
• Serve as liaison with technical support and external vendors to resolve system-related issues and coordinate system updates.

• Regular travel to the Macon site is required during the initial training phase, with ongoing quarterly visits and additional travel as needed to support training initiatives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

 REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to train and support end users at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to develop and deliver data reports and dashboards in a user-friendly, insightful manner.

• Proven track record of process and personal continuous improvement and development.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and data integrity.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a track record of identifying and implementing process enhancements.
• High level of discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Information Technology or related area or equivalent professional level experience.
• 5 years of experience in HRIS administration and reporting, preferably with hands-on expertise in UKG.
• 5 years of experience developing, analyzing, and communicating HR data insights to stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience supporting a manufacturing environment operating across multiple work shifts
• Experience leading or supporting HRIS implementations, upgrades, or system integrations strongly preferred.