Human Resource Information System Manager

Ignite Search; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K with match

PTO

Job summary

A leading HR solutions provider in Dallas is seeking a Human Resource Information System Manager to oversee and manage their HRIS with a focus on ADP Vantage. This role involves ensuring data integrity, optimizing systems, and leading various HRIS-related projects. The ideal candidate has extensive experience with ADP Vantage and strong project management skills. A competitive benefits package is offered including medical and 401K plans.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience with HCM software, including ADP Vantage.
• In-depth functional experience with ADP Vantage and Kronos.
• Proven ability to lead and develop team members.

Responsibilities

• Serve as System Administrator for payroll systems.
• Maintain and optimize the payroll ecosystem.
• Lead implementation projects for HRIS.

Skills

ADP Vantage

Database reporting systems

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Kronos

Access

Excel

Job description

Human Resource Information System Manager

The HRIS Manager is responsible for the strategic oversight and day-to-day management of the organization's Human Resources Information Systems, with a primary focus on ADP Vantage. This role ensures the integrity, accuracy, and security of HR and payroll data, supports HR operations through system optimization, and leads HRIS-related projects including Mergers and Acquisition activities, upgrades, integrations, and reporting initiatives.

Position Responsibilities:

• Serve as System Administrator, SME, and key point of contact for the payroll systems landscape.
• Maintain and optimize the payroll ecosystem, integrations, and business processes.
• Configure payroll systems including Core HR set up (Pay Rules, Accruals, Business Location setup).
• Ensure data integrity through audits and report writing.
• Triage and mitigate system/integration issues impacting payroll processing; liaise with internal stakeholders and vendor support as needed.
• Partner closely with time and attendance systems to align payroll system configuration with data mapping and integration in accordance with change control, information security, and compliance SOPs.
• Conduct business process re-engineering to identify opportunities for improvement and make appropriate recommendations, ensuring alignment with industry standards.
• Coordinate and perform the full lifecycle of assigned implementation projects in compliance with methodology (e.g., Business Analysis, Requirements Gathering, System Configuration, Data Mapping, Testing, Go-Live, and Support Transition).
• Research, review, analyze, design, and test systems and current procedures/processes; identify areas for improvement and implement standardization across the organization.
• Support organizational change management, create and conduct end-user training, assist in documentation creation, and partner on communications related to payroll systems and business processes.
• Create functional/technical specifications, business process maps, SOPs, and system administration documentation.
• Oversee, in partnership with Payroll Director leadership, the systems change management cycle including communications and training related to system implementations, updates, and releases to drive behavior changes and adoption.
• Ensure good governance over system configuration and manage process/system change requests.
• Lead the team to ensure timely updates to foundational system components including business structures, security/access groups, workflows, and integrations.
• Provide day-to-day leadership for all functional activities within the scope of HR/Payroll systems.
• Manage issue resolution and task prioritization to meet service level expectations.
• Manage HRIS Analyst and serve as escalation resource for HRIS-related support issues and requests.
• Develop and manage vendor relationships to identify needs and evaluate alternative business solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across HR, Finance, Technology, and Operations to maintain and develop processes that support a best-in-class Payroll/HR operations platform and excellent associate experience.
• Leverage industry best practices to maintain proper segregation of controls in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX).
• Maintain technical and industry trend knowledge by participating in ADP Bridge Community and other forums (e.g., online discussions, training, webinars).
• Review and evaluate technical and production support issues; prepare recommendations based on system knowledge and analysis of alternative solutions.

Requirements:

• 5–8 years of experience with HCM software, including ADP Vantage.
• 2+ years working with database reporting systems and productivity tools (Access, Word, Excel); including writing documentation and using pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.
• In-depth functional experience with ADP Vantage and Kronos.
• Strong ability to translate business objectives into clear roadmaps and support execution.
• Proven track record of delivering solutions with a bias for action.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate across teams.
• Ability to simplify complex technical information for non-technical users.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to draw actionable insights from data.
• Project and time management expertise; knowledge of project management methodologies.
• Ability to manage confidential data and draft professional correspondence.
• Experience balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with minimal guidance.
• Hands-on experience with system implementations, upgrades, configuration, and support.
• Expertise in designing, configuring, and administering ADP Vantage and Kronos.
• Critical thinker who challenges the status quo and drives innovation.
• Focused on delivering enhancements that improve the associate experience.
• Self-starter with agility and adaptability in dynamic environments.
• High tolerance for ambiguity and change; maintains composure under pressure.
• Proven leadership in managing implementation projects with high quality.
• Understanding of payroll processes, pay standards, and wage/hour laws.
• Experience with time & attendance systems and file management (Kronos).
• Proven ability to lead and develop team members.
• Strong collaboration skills to resolve payroll variances and support reporting needs.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines; highly organized and flexible.
• Demonstrated ability to produce clear, user-friendly data outputs.
• Leadership in projects and client/user engagement.
• Confident decision-making and delegation capabilities.
• Strong team management and leadership skills.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

What This Company Offers: Assorted benefits packages that include medical, dental and vision benefits, 401K with match, and PTO.