HRM Integration in Light: Sync Employee Data with Finch
Connect Light to over 200 HRM systems via Finch. Automate employee data sync, reduce manual errors, and streamline onboarding workflows.
Supported HRM Systems
Light integrates with 200+ HRM systems via Finch. You can view the full list of supported providers here:
👉 Finch Integrations Provider List
⚠️ Important notes:
The provider list is divided into two categories:
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Generally available providers
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Providers requiring a request
If your HRM system is marked as “Request”, please contact Light Support to have it enabled.
Available Data Connections
You can connect two main categories of data:
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Organizational Data
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Employee records (FTEs)
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Manager relationships
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Department and cost center information (Planned for 2026) ⚠
Payroll Data (Planned for 2026) ⚠
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Payroll data is currently on the Light product roadmap and not yet live.
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How to Set Up HRM Integration
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In Light, go to Settings → Add Integration → HRM.
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You will be prompted that HRM integration is a paid feature.
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Confirm and connect your chosen HRM system through Finch.
What Happens After Setup
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Light engineers check mapping of the fields from backend.
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The first sync may take up to a week.
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After syncing, employee data becomes available in Light.
Authentication Guides for each HRM System
https://support.tryfinch.com/collections/9565019353-authentication-guides
Benefits of HRM Integration
✅ Employee Master Data Sync
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Automatically imports names, departments, cost centers, etc.
✅ Fewer Manual Errors
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Reduces mistakes when creating or updating users manually.
✅ Automated Onboarding/Offboarding
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User access is updated in real time when employees join or leave.
✅ Improved Workflows
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Approval workflows align with HR org structures (e.g. manager hierarchies).
Please note: HRM integrations entails additional costs, contact your Light support for more information.