HRIS Manager

HRIS Manager

Recruiter: LHH

Location: Long Beach, California

Pay: $120k-$150k

Our client, an established organization with complex business operations, is seeking a Senior HRIS Analyst to oversee and enhance its UKG environment.

This position will serve as the primary resource for UKG Pro and UKG Workforce Management, with responsibility for system administration, configuration, reporting, integrations, and ongoing optimization. The selected candidate will collaborate with Human Resources, Payroll, Benefits, Finance, and IT to strengthen data integrity, improve workflows, and deliver effective technology solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary administrator and subject-matter expert for UKG Pro and UKG Workforce Management
• Manage user access, security roles, permissions, workflows, business rules, and system configurations
• Maintain and support modules related to Core HR, Payroll, Benefits, Time and Attendance, Recruiting, Onboarding, Performance, and Compensation
• Troubleshoot system issues and coordinate with UKG support and third-party vendors as needed
• Review, test, and implement system releases, patches, upgrades, and new functionality
• Configure and support annual processes such as open enrollment, compensation planning, merit increases, and performance reviews
• Gather business requirements and translate them into practical system solutions
• Create and maintain workflows, approval processes, notifications, checklists, and automated processes
• Lead or support implementations, upgrades, and module rollouts from planning through post-launch support
• Monitor integrations with benefits providers, retirement plan administrators, financial systems, single sign-on platforms, and other third-party applications
• Develop standard and ad hoc reports, dashboards, and workforce analytics using UKG reporting tools
• Prepare recurring compliance, headcount, turnover, compensation, labor-cost, and audit reports
• Perform routine audits and reconciliations to maintain accurate and consistent system data
• Manage mass data uploads, imports, and organizational updates
• Maintain system documentation, change logs, procedures, and training materials
• Train end users and promote effective adoption of HR technology and self-service tools
• Identify opportunities to automate processes, reduce manual work, and improve operational efficiency
• Manage HRIS projects, priorities, timelines, risks, and stakeholder communications
• Support data privacy, security, access-control, and regulatory compliance requirements
• Provide mentorship or guidance to HRIS team members when appropriate

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Five or more years of HRIS experience
• At least three years of hands-on experience administering and configuring UKG Pro and/or UKG Workforce Management
• Strong knowledge of HR, payroll, benefits, timekeeping, and related business processes
• Experience configuring workflows, business rules, security permissions, and HRIS modules
• Advanced experience building reports and analyzing workforce data within UKG
• Experience supporting payroll processes and complex or multi-entity business environments
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with large data sets
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly to business stakeholders

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled