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# HRIS Specialist

- **Company:** Sonida Senior Living
- **Location:** Dallas, TX, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Program Optimization, Data Auditing, Data Integrity, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Lookup Table, Pivot Tables, Workday HRIS, Custom Reports
- **Published:** June 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=72370a58f4fb2f25

## About the Role

Do you have experience in VLOOKUP function?, * 2+ years of HRIS experience, including 1+ year of hands-on UKG administration.

 * Strong understanding of HR functions such as payroll, onboarding, benefits, performance, and compliance.
 * Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP).
 * Experience consolidating and validating employee data across multiple systems preferred.
 * Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and communication skills.

## Description

Sonida Senior Living is seeking a detail-oriented HRIS Specialist / HRIS Administrator in our North Dallas Office. This role supports HR technology operations with a strong emphasis on UKG administration, data integrity, reporting, and system optimization. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, advanced Excel proficiency, and recent hands-on experience supporting HRIS functions in a fast-paced environment., HRIS Administration

 * Support community employees and managers in resolving HRIS-related issues such as log-in, data entry concerns, password resets, etc.
 * Support system updates, feature rollouts, and enhancements.
 * Perform routine data audits and clean-up to maintain accuracy and compliance.
 * Troubleshoot HRIS issues and coordinate with UKG support when necessary.
 * Support consolidation of employee data from an acquired company into existing systems ensuring accuracy and completeness.

Data Integrity & Maintenance

 * Review employee files and verify data accuracy across systems.
 * Resolve data discrepancies such as duplicates, missing fields, and formatting inconsistencies.
 * Pull and update timecards as required.

Reporting & Analytics

 * Create, extract, and maintain HR reports and dashboards.
 * Build custom reports within UKG to support HR, payroll, benefits, and compliance initiatives.
 * Provide accurate data and reporting to support decision-making for HR leadership.

Process Improvement

 * Evaluate HR workflows and identify opportunities to streamline or automate processes in UKG.
 * Document standard operating procedures (SOPs) and recommend system and process enhancements.

User Support & Training

 * Provide HRIS support to HR staff, managers, and employees.
 * Support UKG training for onboarding, performance, benefits enrollment, and timekeeping.
 * Maintain user guides, training materials, and reference documentation.

Compliance

 * Maintain data accuracy and ensure system compliance with federal and state regulations.
 * Support audits related to payroll, benefits, timekeeping, and other HR functions.


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