Workday Configuration Analyst | San Antonio, Texas, United States Workday Configuration Analyst (Payroll & ACM) Location: Plano, TX | San Antonio, TX | Phoenix, AZ (Onsite / Hybrid) Duration: 6-Month Contract-to-Hire (C2H) About the Role Join a dynamic team as a senior-level Workday Configuration Analyst, where you will drive the optimization and support of our Total Rewards and Payroll ecosystem. As a functional subject matter expert, you will configure and align Workday Payroll, Advanced Compensation, and Benefits modules, directly impacting business processes and employee experiences. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking career growth in a collaborative, fast-paced, and Agile-driven environment. Responsibilities - Lead end-to-end configuration, testing, and deployment of updates in Workday Payroll and Advanced Compensation (ACM) modules. - Design, optimize, and maintain complex Workday Business Processes (BPs) to streamline approval workflows and enforce data governance across HR, compensation, and payroll cycles. - Configure and support Workday Benefits Administration, ensuring accurate benefit deductions into payroll. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams, participating in Agile sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and delivering configurations based on user stories. - Troubleshoot complex configuration issues, manage tenant security, and conduct bi-annual Workday release testing. - Act as the go-to Workday SME, providing expert guidance and solutions that improve operational efficiency. Required Skills and Experience - Proven hands-on experience configuring and maintaining Workday Payroll module (earnings, deductions, pay groups, tax elections). - Demonstrated expertise in Advanced Compensation (ACM): configuring merit cycles, bonus plans, total rewards templates, and eligibility rules. - Strong proficiency in Workday Benefits Administration: configuring benefit groups, plans, coverage rules, and deduction mapping. - Advanced skills in designing, building, and troubleshooting Workday Business Processes (BPs) for Core HCM and Payroll. - Minimum 2 years' experience working in an Agile/Scrum delivery model. - Must be local or willing to work onsite/hybrid in Plano, San Antonio, or Phoenix. Preferred Skills - Prior experience supporting large-scale Workday deployments. - Familiarity with Workday tenant security management. - Experience in high-volume, multi-state payroll environments. Benefits - Opportunity to convert to full-time in a high-impact role. - Work with cutting-edge Workday technology in a supportive, Agile environment. - Career growth and skill advancement through challenging projects. - Competitive compensation and the potential for long-term employment. How to Apply Interested candidates should submit their resume highlighting relevant Workday Payroll, ACM, and Benefits Administration experience. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship and willing to work onsite or hybrid in one of our target locations.