HRIS Manager

Benevis•Atlanta, GA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The HRIS Manager serves as the organization’s HR systems subject matter expert and trusted advisor, ensuring HR technology supports the company’s people strategy. Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer, the role provides HRIS support to HR colleagues and team members, owns system configuration, and develops strategies to maximize the HR system. The manager proactively identifies and resolves system issues, serves as the primary liaison to the external system partner, and maintains an ongoing system improvement plan. The role also helps advance the company’s HR AI and governance strategy by identifying responsible ways to use AI to improve HR processes and the team member experience. The position owns administration and configuration of the ADP HRIS, including business rules, workflows, security roles, fields, and settings. It leads HR reporting, integrations, implementations, upgrades, testing, data integrity and security practices, privacy and compliance efforts, documentation, and training. The HRIS Manager partners with HR leadership and cross-functional teams to translate priorities into technology solutions and support system-driven HR processes. The schedule is hybrid, with three days in the office and two days remote.

Requirements

Advanced knowledge of HRIS configuration, administration, workflows, and security.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with a proactive approach to problem solving.
Working knowledge of system integrations, data interfaces, and file feeds.
Strong reporting skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
Understanding of core HR processes and related compliance requirements.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects with strong attention to detail.
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of sensitive employee data.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 5 years of experience with HR systems, including system configuration and administration.
Experience managing vendor relationships and system implementations, upgrades, or integrations.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ADP, including configuration and administration, strongly preferred.
Experience in a multi-state, multi-site organization.
HRIS-related certification such as IHRIM HRIP or an ADP certification, or project management certification such as PMP.
Experience with project management and change management methodologies.
Experience with reporting and analytics tools such as Power BI.

Responsibilities

Own the configuration, maintenance, and administration of the ADP HRIS, ensuring changes are tested, documented, and aligned with HR policies and processes.
Plan and execute testing for configuration changes, upgrades, and new functionality.
Provide timely HRIS support and resolve questions and issues from HR colleagues, leaders, and team members.
Develop strategies to maximize HRIS value by identifying underused functionality and opportunities to automate, streamline, and improve HR processes.
Stay current on HR technology trends and system features.
Act as the primary liaison to the external HRIS partner, managing tickets and escalations, coordinating releases and upgrades, monitoring service levels, and advocating for Benevis’s needs.
Build and maintain standard and ad hoc HR reports and dashboards, including reporting for turnover, headcount, hires and terminations, compensation, leave, and compliance such as EEO-1.
Partner with HR functions to support onboarding, performance and merit cycles, open enrollment, engagement, and compliance reporting.
Lead and support HRIS integrations with other systems, partnering with IT, Finance, Compliance, and vendors to ensure accurate and secure data flow.
Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve system issues, data discrepancies, and process barriers; determine root causes and implement solutions.
Partner with HR leadership to translate strategic priorities into HR technology requirements and solution designs.
Lead system upgrades, module rollouts, and implementations, including planning, vendor coordination, testing, and go-live support.
Establish and monitor processes, audits, and controls to maintain accurate, complete, and confidential employee data.
Manage user access and security roles, audit access regularly, and maintain appropriate segregation of duties.
Ensure the HRIS and related processes comply with HIPAA, data privacy requirements, applicable laws, and company policies.
Develop and maintain HRIS policies, procedures, system documentation, process guides, and job aids; train HR colleagues and end users.
Travel occasionally to the Atlanta office or other company locations as needed.
Work extended or alternate hours during peak periods or to support operational requirements when required.