Functional Analyst - Payroll, Attendance, and Time Tracking (26-27)
About The Position
Functional Analyst - P ayroll, Attendance, and Time Tracking This is a vacancy for the 26-27 school year with a target start date of July 1, 2026 Mission: The Functional Analyst - PATT is responsible for analyzing, designing, and implementing solutions that align with business processes and objectives as it relates to Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking. This role serves as a bridge between business users and technical teams, ensuring that ERP systems are optimized to support operational efficiency and strategic goals. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Location: This is a full-time (remote/on-site) position based in Texas, with preference given to candidates who live in Austin, El Paso, Houston, Permian Basin (Midland/Odessa), Rio Grande Valley, San Antonio, and Tarrant County (Fort Worth), or who are willing to relocate. Travel Expectations: 0-2 times per year What You’ll Do – Accountabilities Essential Duties: · Configure and maintain Workday HCM modules including Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking. · Gather and analyze business requirements to design and implement Workday solutions. · Support system upgrades, feature releases, and ongoing maintenance. · Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize business processes and improve system usability. · Provide end-user support, training, and documentation. · Ensure compliance with HR policies, data privacy, and regulatory standards. · Participate in system testing, including test case creation and execution. Additional Duties and Responsibilities: · Assist in Workday security role configuration and reporting setup. · Analyze current business processes and identify areas for improvement. · Translate business requirements into functional specifications for technical teams. Knowledge and Skills – Competencies Make Strategic Decisions: This team member uses data, feedback, and insights to inform thoughtful decision-making, while considering the impact on their direct reports and team. They communicate decisions with clear rationale and begin to connect their choices to broader team objectives. Manage Work and Teams: This team member ensures their direct reports have clear, measurable goals with defined benchmarks and success criteria. They actively monitor progress, intervening as needed to keep work on track, while balancing leadership responsibilities with their own individual contributions through effective scheduling. Grow Self and Others: This team member regularly offers affirming and adjusting feedback, maintaining a positive balance that reinforces growth and motivation. They provide transparent, candid performance insights and offer consistent coaching and development aligned with individual goals, supporting both direct reports and cross-functional partners. Build a Culture of Trust: This team member proactively builds strong personal and professional relationships with individual stakeholders and regularly seeks feedback to improve their work experience. They create a supportive environment where others feel safe to take risks and learn from mistakes without fear of retribution. Communicate Deliberately: This team member communicates thoughtfully by anticipating potential misunderstandings and providing necessary context to ensure clarity. They leverage structured communication channels to address challenges, ask meaningful questions, and guide conversations toward solutions, while actively listening to the concerns of others.
Requirements
- Graduate from a recognized four-year college or university preferably with a major in business administration, Human Resources, Information Systems, or related field or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
- 3+ years of experience with HCM configuration and support.
- 3+ years of experience with Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking
- 3+ years of experience utilizing project management frameworks to ensure project and team effectiveness
- 3+ years of experience in business process design
- Human Resources
- Payroll
- Absence and time tracking
- Formal Presentation Skills
- Communication
- Business Process Management
- Technical Training
Nice To Haves
- HR certifications (PHR, SPHR, SHRM, etc.)
Responsibilities
- Configure and maintain Workday HCM modules including Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking.
- Gather and analyze business requirements to design and implement Workday solutions.
- Support system upgrades, feature releases, and ongoing maintenance.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize business processes and improve system usability.
- Provide end-user support, training, and documentation.
- Ensure compliance with HR policies, data privacy, and regulatory standards.
- Participate in system testing, including test case creation and execution.
- Assist in Workday security role configuration and reporting setup.
- Analyze current business processes and identify areas for improvement.
- Translate business requirements into functional specifications for technical teams.
Benefits
- medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan
- IDEA may offer a relocation stipend to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
