Application Analyst

Application Analyst – HRIS

We are seeking a highly analytical and technically proficient Enterprise Application Analyst to own, optimize, and support a complex HR technology environment. This is a hands-on systems role for someone who has personally configured, troubleshot, reported from, and improved HRIS platforms , rather than simply supporting users or coordinating with outside vendors.

This individual will serve as a key bridge between HR and IT, supporting HR, payroll, and time & attendance applications while helping improve system efficiency, reporting, integrations, and overall reliability.

What You’ll Do

• Administer and support UKG or a comparable HRIS platform
• Troubleshoot HRIS, payroll, and time & attendance issues
• Configure and optimize HR system functionality
• Build and customize reports independently
• Work with SQL for reporting and data-related needs
• Support system integrations and SFTP processes
• Partner closely with HR, payroll, IT, and other non-technical stakeholders
• Diagnose system and process problems and implement improvements
• Manage multiple system issues, projects, and priorities simultaneously
• Develop deeper internal system expertise to reduce reliance on outside vendor support
• Support a complex HR/payroll environment involving multiple FEINs

What We’re Looking For

• Strong hands-on experience administering UKG preferred; other HRIS platforms considered
• Experience supporting HR, payroll, and time & attendance systems
• Proven ability to configure and troubleshoot HRIS applications
• Experience independently creating and customizing reports
• SQL experience
• Knowledge of SFTP
• Understanding of HR and payroll system integrations and processes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong time management and ability to prioritize competing requests

Ideal Background

Candidates may come from a variety of technical HR systems backgrounds, including:

• HRIS Administrator
• HRIS Analyst
• HR Systems Analyst
• Application Administrator
• Enterprise Application Analyst
• Business Systems Analyst
• Systems Administrator
• Payroll Systems Analyst

The key: We are looking for someone who has been hands-on in the system , can independently investigate and resolve issues, and enjoys finding ways to make HR technology work better.

Work Environment

• Hybrid schedule with three days onsite and two days remote
• Chicago area
• Collaborative position partnering closely with both HR and IT stakeholders

Compensation

$97,000–$125,000 , based on experience and qualifications.