HRIS Program Manager

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established financial services organization. With a strong commitment to their employees and the communities they serve, they maintain a collaborative, people-first culture rooted in operational excellence and trust. Their HR team is invested in building modern, scalable people systems that support a high-performing workforce and reflect the organization’s mission-centered values.

Compensation: $100,000 – $145,000 / Annually

The HRIS + HR Operations Program Manager brings a strong blend of technical and functional expertise in Workday and HR operations to play a critical role in bridging technology, compliance, and operational excellence. This individual ensures that HR systems and processes support business goals, employee lifecycle management, and data integrity while also serving as a credible internal influencer who shapes stakeholder decision-making and drives meaningful strategic partnerships across the organization. A successful HRIS + HR Operations Program Manager connects strategy with execution, shifts fluidly between both, and thrives in a cross-functional, data-driven environment.

As an HRIS + HR Operations Program Manager, you will:

• Lead HRIS and HR Operations project governance, defining roles, responsibilities, and approval processes; develop and monitor project plans, schedules, and deliverables to ensure successful execution
• Partner with IT and third-party vendors to manage system upgrades, integrations, data integrity, troubleshooting, and overall system performance
• Conduct regular audits of HR processes and practices to ensure compliance, identify gaps, and recommend actionable improvements; serve as the primary point of contact for compliance-related inquiries and audits
• Oversee State and Federal regulatory filings and continuously seek ways to improve HR processes and workflows for greater efficiency
• Provide centralized reporting on project status, risks, and milestones for leadership and key stakeholders; document lessons learned to drive continuous improvement across future initiatives
• Collect, analyze, and report on HR metrics, utilizing data insights to assess program effectiveness and inform decisions
• Develop and maintain interactive HR dashboards to provide real-time insights into key workforce metrics — including compliance, turnover, engagement, and project-specific workforce trends
• Influence internal stakeholders’ decision-making through qualitative and quantitative data-based insights, building the case for strategic HR investments and process improvements
• Build and sustain strong internal and external relationships, ensuring service level agreements are met, and strategic partnerships are aligned with organizational priorities
• Serve as the internal liaison for outsourced payroll processing, overseeing pre-processing activities including collection, verification, and reconciliation of timecards and hours worked
• Perform audits and reviews of payroll data in coordination with third-party managed payroll services; manage post-payroll responsibilities, including funding, balancing, and distribution of internal reports
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve payroll-related issues and ensure alignment with organizational policies; provide support for timekeeping, system configuration, testing, and training as needed

As an HRIS + HR Operations Program Manager, you have:

• 2+ years of hands-on Workday experience, including system configuration, reporting, and cross-module administration
• 4+ years of progressive HR experience with broad exposure to HR operations, compliance, and process management
• Ademonstrated ability to manage complex, cross-functional HR projects with rigor, including the development and monitoring of project plans, schedules, and deliverables
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with a proven ability to use data-backed insights to shape decisions and drive alignment across leadership levels
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on data-driven decision-making; experience building and maintaining HR dashboards and workforce metrics
• A high proficiency in HRIS systems and project management tools; ability to connect strategy with execution and shift between both as needed
• Familiarity with outsourced payroll processing, pre- and post-payroll reconciliation, and coordination with third-party payroll providers
• AHigh school diploma or equivalent is required

Preferred:

• PHR, SPHR, or PMP certification
• Experience in a financial services or credit union environment
• A bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or equivalent work experience

Work Details

• Work Location: This position is remote, with monthly travel to the South Bend, Indiana office (approximately 20% onsite)
• Training: Conducted onsite in South Bend, IN
• Placement Type: Direct Hire
• Estimated Schedule: Full-time

Employment Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship
• Successful completion of background checks, assessments, or screenings as required by our client

About Willory

Willory is the only staffing and consulting firm solely focused on HR and payroll. We connect exceptional talent with forward-thinking organizations, building relationships that advance careers and strengthen teams. Our purpose is to empower people — including the professionals who join our own team. If you are ready to grow in a role where your expertise in talent acquisition directly fuels the success of HR and payroll professionals across the country, we would love to hear from you.