HRIS/Workday Analyst- Functional

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Job Title: HRIS/Workday Analyst- Functional

Job Location: Germantown, MD / Englewood, CO

Job Type: Contract on C2C /W2

Job Type: Need 8+ Years

Responsibilities:

· Serve as the functional consultant for Workday initiatives, demonstrating deep expertise in several Workday modules: Core HCM, Compensation, Advanced Compensation, Benefits, Talent, Security.

· Design, test, and implement changes to Workday business processes, security roles, and workflows based on evolving HR and business needs.

· Participate in requirement gathering sessions, fit/gap analysis, functional documentation, proof-of-concept builds, user acceptance testing, and deployments.

· Recommend and implement configuration enhancements aligned with best practices and compliance standards.

·Analyse, troubleshoot, and resolve complex configuration and functional issues.

· Provide guidance and knowledge transfer through training sessions, job aids, and documentation for both HR and technical users.

· Collaborate with IT and Payroll to identify and resolve technical issues impacting HR transactions and payroll processing.

·Validate and reconcile data between Workday and SAP during bi-weekly payroll cycles, addressing discrepancies proactively.

· Ensure compliant and timely processing of employee data, including auditing records for accuracy and legal adherence.

· Create, edit, and maintain Workday reports, dashboards, and analytics for HR functions (Benefits, Compensation, Training, etc.).

· Leverage reporting tools and Excel (e.g., pivot tables, lookups) to support audits, analysis, and decision-making.

· Participate in regular Workday system maintenance, including testing of patches, weekly enhancements, and major bi-annual upgrades.

· Provide day-to-day system monitoring, support, and resolution of user-reported issues via ticketing/case systems.

Support end-users and HR super users by delivering hands-on support, training, and troubleshooting assistance.

· Stay current with new Workday features/releases and evaluate their applicability to the business.

· Act as liaison between business stakeholders, HR, IT, and third-party vendors to ensure seamless coordination.

· Provide timely updates and manage expectations with both internal and external stakeholders.

· Participate in strategic planning to improve HRIS functionality, user experience, and operational efficiency.

Requirements:

· Bachelor's Degree (Information Systems, Information Technology and/or related fields is preferred)

· 5+ years of HRIS Experience

· Prior experience with Workday (HCM, Benefits and Compensation, Talent & Performance Management)

· Ability to independently manage system issues, prioritize requests, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.

· Strong organizational and time management skills, with ability to handle multiple parallel projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Experience with Workday implementation(s)

· Strong analytical skills and thought processes

·Prior experience with data integrity analytics, reporting, and system control practices

·Demonstrated knowledge of overall Human Resources, Compensation and/or Benefits

·Possess an organizational mindset and the ability to provide quick follow-through on project goals

· Strong understanding of Workday's HCM modules, including Core HR, Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, and more.

· Experience with system testing, troubleshooting, and data validation to ensure Workday configurations meet business requirements.

· Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate complex business requirements into system solutions.

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients and cross-functional teams.

· Knowledge of Workday integrations and experience working with integration teams is a plus.

Job Type: Contract

Work Location: In person