Senior Workday Reporting Analyst

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution•Woods Hole, MA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) is seeking an experienced Senior Workday Reporting Analyst to join our team. This is a regular, fixed-term position for one year, with the possibility of extension. The successful candidate may work either remotely or in a hybrid onsite arrangement. The Senior Workday Analyst is a hands-on individual contributor role responsible for delivering high-quality Workday reporting , analytics, and supporting HCM configuration to meet business needs. Reporting to the Director of People Data & Analytics, this role serves as a key point of contact for stakeholders—providing timely , accurate, and thoughtful responses to questions, translating requirements into solutions, and ensuring an exceptional customer experience. You will bring advanced expertise in Workday reporting (including composite and matrix reports), along with functional knowledge of Workday HCM modules . This role supports both individual stakeholder requests and broader community reporting needs, while also contributing to governance-aligned reporting practices to ensure consistency, accuracy, and sustainability across the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in information systems , Business, Human Resources, Analytics, or related field
5+ years of experience supporting HR/payroll/benefits data management, analytics, and/or reporting
3+ years of Workday experience, with a strong focus on: Advanced report writing (composite, matrix, calculated fields), Workday HCM configuration, Benefits and Talent related integrations
Experience gathering and documenting business and functional requirements
Experience supporting both individual and broad organizational reporting needs
Excellent customer service mindset, with a focus on responsiveness, follow-through, and stakeholder support
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly
Ability to independently answer questions, troubleshoot issues, and guide users to solutions
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment
High level of discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive employee data
Commitment to continuous learning and development in Workday and HR technology

Nice To Haves

Workday HCM for Administrators Certification
Workday Reporting Certification
SHRM/PHR or other HR certifications

Responsibilities

Design, build, and maintain advanced Workday reports (composite, matrix, dashboards), including development of calculated fields to support complex reporting needs.
Translate stakeholder requirements into scalable, accurate reporting solutions that support both individual and enterprise-wide needs.
Troubleshoot reporting issues, validate data accuracy, and continuously improve reports for usability, performance, and standardization.
Support Workday HCM configuration, including business processes, data structures, and system enhancements.
Partner with functional and technical teams on integrations, ensuring accurate data flow, validation, and issue resolution—particularly for Benefits and downstream systems.
Assist with testing, validation, and deployment of configuration and integration changes.
Facilitate requirements gathering, working sessions, and solution reviews; document, validate, and confirm requirements prior to build.
Maintain clear, structured documentation for reports, configurations, integrations, and processes to support sustainability and knowledge sharing.
Serve as a trusted resource by responding to stakeholder questions with clarity, accuracy, and timeliness, delivering a high level of customer service.
Lead demos and walkthroughs to confirm understanding, drive adoption, and translate complex concepts into user-friendly guidance.
Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve system effectiveness, and enhance user experience.
Contribute to reporting governance by supporting standard definitions, naming conventions, and data usage practices, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards while meeting business needs.