HRIS Data Conversion Analyst (UKG to Workday)

At Connect Centric, we are more than just consultants—we are partners committed to our clients' success. We take a hands-on approach, working closely with our clients to transform strategies into measurable, real-world outcomes. As a strategy execution team, we take full ownership of every initiative from start to finish, ensuring that our clients see tangible results, not just ideas.
Position Description
Connect Centric is seeking an HRIS Data Conversion Analyst to provide subject matter expertise and hands-on support for the extraction, preparation, validation, conversion, and testing of Human Capital Management (HCM) data from UKG to Workday in support of our client’s Workday implementation.
You will partner with HR, finance, IT, and Workday implementation partners to support end-to-end data conversion activities, including data readiness, conversions, validation, and testing. You will also support routine UKG reporting throughout the implementation period.
What You Will Do
Review existing UKG data structures, tables, and historical records used for Core HR, Recruiting, Benefits, and Talent data
Identify data quality risks, gaps, and dependencies early in the conversion process
Extract data from UKG using People Analytics reporting through IBM Cognos Analytics
Clean, standardize, and transform data to align with Workday data models and load requirements, applying business rules for data mapping and translation
Prepare the load-ready data templates required for Workday conversion
Develop and maintain detailed data mapping documents from UKG fields to Workday objects and fields
Document transformation logic, assumptions, exclusions, and data ownership, and support creation of a data dictionary
Support conversions and test loads into Workday tenants
Perform data validation and reconciliation between UKG and Workday, and prepare validation and reconciliation summaries
Identify and troubleshoot data load errors and exceptions; maintain issue logs and track conversion defects through resolution in partnership with functional leads
Support user acceptance testing by validating converted data against business expectations
Assist with final data loads and cutover planning, and provide post-load validation support during go-live readiness activities
Support ongoing scheduled and ad hoc reporting needs in UKG during the implementation period
Collaborate with functional and technical teams to identify, document, and manage reporting dependencies that may shift as reporting sources transition from UKG to Workday
Required Qualifications
Demonstrated experience with HR data conversions for Workday implementations
Hands-on experience extracting and preparing data from UKG Pro, including Core, Recruiting, Onboarding, and Learning
Strong understanding of UKG and Workday HCM data structures
Advanced Excel skills, including data validation, lookups, and transformation logic
Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
Ability to document complex data logic clearly for functional and technical stakeholders
Experience working in cross-functional implementation teams
Ability to manage multiple conversion activities under tight timelines
Position Details
Position Type: W2
Location: Fully Remote
Pay Rate: $115,000 - $125,000/per year
Must be permitted to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
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Skills
Excel, Onboarding

Work arrangement
Yes