Responsibilities:

Serve as the primary HRIS administrator and core HR Generalist, overseeing system configuration, data integrity, and reporting, with a strong focus on US benefits and leave integration.
Manage and optimize HRIS modules for employee benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, life, retirement plans, wellness initiatives) and lead the technical setup for annual open enrollment, life events, and system-driven employee communications.
Leverage HRIS data and analytics to ensure strict compliance with US federal and state employment regulations, preparing required compliance reporting and system audits (e.g., ACA, EEO-1, ERISA).
Configure and manage leave administration workflows within the HRIS for FMLA, ADA accommodations, short-term/long-term disability, and statutory state leaves.
Partner closely with Payroll and IT to manage automated system integrations, accurate deduction tracking, data syncs, and vendor file feeds (EDI).
Act as the subject matter expert on HRIS workflows, US benefits, and leave policies, troubleshooting system issues and resolving data discrepancies with third-party vendors and brokers.
Provide generalist HR support across onboarding, offboarding, policy implementation, and manager coaching, utilizing the HRIS to streamline the employee lifecycle.
Develop, audit, and improve HR processes, creating system documentation, user guides, and training materials for managers and employees.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
2–3 years of HR experience, with a proven track record of hands-on HRIS administration (e.g., Workday, ADP, UKG, BambooHR) alongside US benefits management.
Strong working knowledge of US labor laws and compliance regulations, including FLSA, ACA, ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, and ADA, and how they govern HR system workflows.
Proven technical experience managing HR data reporting, system audits, and integrations with benefits vendors, brokers, and third-party administrators.
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with high proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables) and HRIS reporting tools.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to translate technical HRIS processes into user-friendly guidance.
Ability to work independently, maintain strict data confidentiality, and manage multiple system priorities in a fast-paced environment.

HRIS & Operations Generalist (US experience)