Allison Gundel

Senior ERP and HRIS Leader with 20+ years of experience leading enterprise HR technology initiatives, ERP optimization, system integrations, security, and reporting. Proven success delivering large-scale HRIS implementations, improving operational efficiency, and partnering with executive stakeholders across healthcare, finance, and professional services organizations. Expertise in Workday HCM, Payroll, Security, Reporting, and Integration Development.

Senior Developer, ERP & Corporate Applications - Lehigh Valley Health Network / Jefferson Health Plans

(2020-12)

• Provide functional and technical support across all Workday HCM and Payroll modules.
• Partner with HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT stakeholders to align system capabilities with business goals.
• Build, maintain, and troubleshoot Core HCM/ Payroll integrations including; EIBs, Core Connectors, and Workday Studio.
• Resolve critical post-production issues and implement continuous integration improvements.
• Design and manage advanced, matrix, composite, and custom Workday reports.
• Build dynamic dashboards and complex calculated fields to deliver actionable business insights.

HCM / Infor Consultant - Huron Consulting Group

(2020-06 - 2020-12)

• Delivered Infor/Lawson GHR, Talent Management, and S3 HCM advisory across full lifecycle implementations, managing data migration, system troubleshooting, and virtual/classroom enablement.

HCM Consultant - INFOR, Inc.

(2017-08 - 2020-05)

• Delivered end-to-end Infor/Lawson implementation and review support for 16 client accounts; managed data conversion, user acceptance testing (UAT), and training plans that reduced post-go-live support tickets by approximately 45%.

HCM Consultant - DB Healthcare

(2016-08 - 2017-08)

• Led end-to-end Lawson/S3 implementation and upgrade projects across HCM/Payroll modules, managing requirements gathering, gap analysis, and system configuration for healthcare industry clients.

Sr. HRIS Business Systems Analyst - Crayola

(2013-06 - 2016-07)

• Led end-to-end administration of Infor Lawson database and security architectures (LID, LSA, Landmark), maintaining 99.9% system uptime for 2500 enterprise users.
• Architected and deployed all Infor inbound/outbound HRIS and payroll integrations.
• Spearheaded HCM and payroll solution design, aligning system capabilities with cross-functional business goals to improve data processing efficiency by 60%.
• Engineered advanced ad-hoc reports and data pipelines using SQL, Crystal Reports, and MS Add-In Query to deliver actionable insights for executive decision-making.
• Directed and delivered full-lifecycle system implementations, major upgrades, and process optimizations on time and under budget.

Director, HRIS & Compensation - ACTS Retirement Life Communities

(2010-03 - 2013-06)

• Provided strategic direction for compensation, HRIS, and compliance, while managing enterprise salary planning and employee rewards programs.
• Directed the administration and evaluation of core HR systems—including Lawson, ADP, Cornerstone, and iCIMS—identifying and recommending system enhancements to optimize performance.

Manager, HRIS & Compensation - American Institutes for Research (AIR)

(2005-10 - 2010-03)

• Led end-to-end HRIS integrations and upgrades from initial configuration design through implementation and user training, ensuring on-time project delivery.
• Guided executive decision-making on compensation, merit programs, and market analysis, standardizing job evaluation frameworks across all departments.

HCM Consultant - Deltek, Inc.

(2004-04 - 2005-10)

• Configured and deployed Deltek Costpoint HCM across 8 core modules—including Labor, Payroll, and Leave—while designing custom interfaces and troubleshooting complex system issues.
• Streamlined data conversion and system testing protocols, delivering tailored custom reporting and comprehensive end-user training.

HR / HRIS Manager - Healthfirst

(2002-02 - 2004-04)

• Partnered with departmental leadership to manage full-cycle HR activities, including talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, conflict resolution, and staff development.
• Spearheaded HRIS integration and rollouts, managing the project lifecycle from initial configuration and implementation to final employee training.

Recruiter / Account Manager - Snelling Personnel

(2000-01 - 2002-02)

• Managed recruiting, candidate screening/placement, client relationships, contracts, and business-development activities.

M.S. - Business Administration / HR Management - The Catholic University of America

B.A. - Experimental Psychology - University of South Carolina