Senior HRIS Analyst - Workday Configuration (Remote)

Talent Wave Associates

$95K — $115K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of hands-on Workday configuration experience, including at least one full implementation or significant module deployment.
  • Proficient in configuring Core HCM, Absence, Benefits, and Time Tracking modules independently.
  • Strong grasp of Workday business process frameworks and security models.
  • Detail-oriented with a strong focus on data quality and accuracy.
  • Excellent communication skills to convey complex configurations.

Responsibilities

  • Design and configure Workday business processes across key modules.
  • Manage time-off, leave-of-absence plans, and benefits configurations, ensuring payroll integration.
  • Lead configuration change-control processes and maintain comprehensive documentation.
  • Oversee bi-annual Workday releases and assess impacts for regression testing.
  • Execute EIB data loads for mass data changes and manage Workday security models.
  • Build and maintain accurate Workday reports for analytics purposes.
  • Conduct data quality audits and act as a Tier 3 escalation point for complex issues.
  • Ensure compliance with US privacy requirements for data retention and audits.

Benefits

  • Work remotely within the US without geographical constraints.
  • Core business hours align with US ET, providing flexibility for offshore collaboration.
  • Opportunity to engage in cutting-edge HR technology initiatives.
Full Job Description
About the Role

The Senior HRIS Analyst is responsible for the comprehensive configuration of Workday, focusing on Core HCM, Absence, Benefits, and Time Tracking modules. This role exists to ensure seamless integration and functionality of Workday systems, contributing to the organization's efficiency and strategic HR initiatives. The successful candidate will play a critical role in translating complex business needs into actionable Workday configurations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and configure Workday business processes across Core HCM, Absence, Benefits, Time Tracking, and Recruiting.
  • Manage configuration for time-off, leave-of-absence plans, and benefits, ensuring seamless payroll integration.
  • Lead configuration change-control processes, writing design specs, and maintaining documentation.
  • Oversee bi-annual Workday releases, assessing feature impacts and managing regression testing.
  • Perform EIB data loads for mass data changes and coordinate Workday security models.
  • Design, build, and maintain Workday reports, ensuring data accuracy and compatibility for analytics.
  • Conduct data quality audits and serve as a Tier 3 escalation point for complex support issues.
  • Ensure compliance with US federal and state privacy requirements, supporting data retention and audit activities.

Minimum Requirements
  • 5 years of hands-on Workday configuration experience, including at least one full implementation or major module deployment.
  • Proficiency in configuring Core HCM, Absence, Benefits, and Time Tracking modules independently.
  • Strong understanding of Workday business process frameworks and security models.
  • Attention to data quality and accuracy, with excellent communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in a global HR environment with US multi-state complexity.
  • Advanced data skills, including proficiency in Excel/Sheets and Workday reporting.
  • Experience with EIBs for mass data loads.

Work Environment
  • US Based - Remote
  • Core business hours US ET; minimum 3 hrs overlap with offshore HRIS team required


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