Senior Workday HRIS Analyst

Our client is a decentralized manufacturing concern in the process of implementing Workday and looking to add another Workday specialist, with multiple deployments under his/her belt, to the team.

The Senior Workday HRIS Analyst is responsible for the administration, maintenance, and
optimization of the Workday Human Resources Information System (HRIS) to support the
organization's HR functions. This role involves ensuring data accuracy, system efficiency,
compliance with HR regulations, and providing end-user support. The Senior Workday
HRIS Analyst collaborates with HR and Management to identify appropriate
enhancements, modifications, and corrections to all HR-related technology for process
improvement and collaborates with IT and system vendors on implementing the changes
and enhancements.

Responsibilities:
Administer and configure the Workday HRIS system, including custom fields,
workflows, business processes, and security profiles.
Configure and customize Workday HCM modules (Core HR, Advanced
Compensation, Payroll, Time Tracking, Absence, Benefits, and Reporting) to meet
business requirements.
Troubleshoot unexpected results or process flaws and recommend solutions.
Collaborate and consult with HR to provide recommendations, configuration, and
testing, while adhering to project timelines.
Continuously improve HR processes and procedures by identifying and
implementing efficiencies and best practices within the HRIS platform.
Create advanced Workday reports, composite, and matrix reports, as well as create
dashboards.
Provide training and support to HR staff and other end-users on how to use Workday
effectively. Address inquiries and resolve issues related to the system.
Provide internal client support, including report writing and dashboard building,
troubleshooting data and system issues, recommending solutions, and
implementing enhancements and fixes.
Provides program management assistance on various HR initiatives, including the
rollout and implementation of new and existing HR programs.
Manage integrations between Workday and other HR-related systems or software,
such as payroll, time and attendance, or benefits administration.
Lead HRIS-related projects, including system upgrades, enhancements, and new
feature implementations. Collaborate with Workday vendors or service providers to
troubleshoot issues, request support, and stay up to date on software updates.
Ensure data integrity within Workday and assist with HRIS data audits and cleanup.
Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in
HRIS to recommend improvements and optimizations. Actively participate in the
Workday Community, training, and regional user groups to ensure awareness of
current trends and innovation.
Maintain proper change management and HRIS configurations and procedures
documentation.

Qualifications:
Bachelor s Degree or equivalent skills and knowledge required.
5+ years of experience in Human Resources, Human Resources Information
Systems, or a related field.
3+ years of Workday experience required in several functional areas, including
HCM, Benefits, Security, Absence, Time Tracking, and Reporting.
3-5 years of experience in implementing and configuring Workday HCM modules,
including creating business processes. Workday HCM certification is preferred.
2+ years of statistical or data analysis experience designing custom reports and
dashboards using standard Workday reporting functionality such as Report Writer,
Calculated fields, and Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel
skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make decisions based on area of
focus and needs of the business.
Strong security experience in role-based, user-based, and creating custom security
domains to meet current and future business needs. Must have a deep
understanding of how to configure and manage roles to restrict or grant access
effectively.
Experienced Workday EIB template generation, population, and ability to load data
using advanced-level Excel skills.
Strong technical troubleshooting skills, including debugging and analysis of issues

A history of working with confidential data is required.
Experience in consulting is a plus.

 

Retail Options, Executive Search
Raleigh
United States of America

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