HRIS Analyst

Ambient
Summary
Join our team of industry leaders as an HRIS Analyst to manage and maintain our Human Capital Management (HCM) system. You will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, security, and efficiency of our HR data and technology ecosystem. This position requires hands-on experience implementing a new HCM system and supporting HR technology in a complex organization. Strong organizational skills, data management expertise, and a commitment to data integrity are essential. You will report to the Director of HR Operations and be responsible for system administration, implementation, integration, and support. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in a similar role and possess strong analytical and communication skills.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in HRIS/HCM administration, with direct involvement in managing and configuring platforms
- Ability to travel into the NYC office on as-needed basis
- Demonstrated success leading or supporting a full-cycle HCM implementation
- Experience supporting HR systems in a complex and matrixed organizational structure, with multiple locations, business units, or reporting lines
- Strong understanding of core HR processes including employee lifecycle management, benefits, compensation, and timekeeping
- Proven ability to manage integrations and coordinate with internal IT teams and third-party vendors
- Intermediate Excel skills (i.e., Pivot Tables, vLookups, etc.) and experience developing reports and dashboards
- Exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical and organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work across functions and levels
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary administrator for the HCM system, overseeing daily operations, system configuration, maintenance, and user support
- Lead the full implementation of a new HCM system, including requirements gathering, system configuration, testing, data migration, integrations, and go-live support
- Manage and maintain system integrations with Payroll, Benefits, IT, Finance, and other internal and external platforms
- Provide technical system support for key annual HR processes such as open enrollment, performance reviews, and merit cycles, including configuration, testing, and troubleshooting
- Configure and onboard new companies or entities within the HCM system as part of mergers, acquisitions, or organizational expansions, ensuring proper setup of structures, data, and integrations
- Ensure data integrity, consistency, and accuracy through regular audits, validations, and cleanup processes
- Troubleshoot system issues, resolve user-reported problems, and provide timely technical support and guidance to HR team members and other system users
- Support HR and business teams by delivering reliable reporting, analytics, and dashboards to inform decision-making
- Develop and maintain training materials, user guides, and ongoing support for HR system users
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelorโs degree in human resources, information systems, or a related field preferred, but not required