Workday Senior Analyst, HRIS - Payroll, Absence, Time Tracking

Western Union • Denver, CO

211d • $75,600 - $154,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Senior Analyst works within the People Technology team and supports the global Western Union for a combination of Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking (PATT), plus other modules as needed. This role is responsible for building and maintaining Workday configuration, system administration, using Software Development Lifecycle methodology. Provide HR system administration, including business process configuration, reporting development, end user training, and audit management in support of maintaining Workday as a best-in-class employee experience forward platform. Partner with the other Workday team members, IT, COEs, business partners, vendors, and business leaders to effectively meet the HR technology needs of the organization. Configure complex Workday business processes with a focus on Absence, Time Off, Time Tracking and/or Payroll, plus other modules as needed. Perform additional Workday administrative functions including tenant configuration, data loads, integrations, and reporting. Review business procedures/workflows to ensure system features are being fully utilized and identify Workday features that may improve efficiency. Cohabitate in Sandbox environments and work within an established, well-controlled systems environment by defining, documenting, and enforcing system standards. Provide pre- and post-launch end-user support, change management, issue resolution, testing, and training to enhance and optimize Workday processes. Document technology specifications for current and future configuration. Maintain accurate change management documentation to satisfy internal/external audit controls and compliance practices. Understand Workday's Implementation Methodology and use it on all projects. Function as the domain support for feature releases and issue resolution, supporting to define scope, prioritize, plan, and implement system changes and enhancements. Maintain working functional knowledge of HR and HR systems across multiple functions and teams, driving community collaboration and a commitment to a great support service experience. Foster ongoing Workday relationships - relevant memberships and engagement in Workday Community and, User Groups. Function as support to business partners and work to enhance their understanding of Workday.

Requirements

• 2+ years' Workday experience; Workday Pro or Workday Certifications is a plus.
• Solid understanding in Absence, Time Tracking, and Payroll; understanding of additional Workday modules such as HCM, Compensation, Talent, Learning, etc.
• Bachelor's degree in information technology or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of Workday business processes and core setup.
• Deep understanding of Workday data model, corporate system architecture, interfaces, reporting, and data loading procedures.
• Ability to work with others on solutions with attention to detail and commitment to follow-through.
• Ability to convey ideas and recommendations clearly to a wide variety of audiences.
• Ability to mass load information via EIBs and knowledge on testing integration inputs and outputs.
• Knowledge on how to create reports and use them in auditing configuration change effectiveness.
• Previous experience in a global company.
• Ability to work in a ticketing environment; prefer past experience with ServiceNow.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain Workday configuration and system administration.
• Provide HR system administration including business process configuration, reporting development, end user training, and audit management.
• Partner with Workday team members, IT, COEs, business partners, vendors, and business leaders.
• Configure complex Workday business processes focusing on Absence, Time Off, Time Tracking, and Payroll.
• Perform Workday administrative functions including tenant configuration, data loads, integrations, and reporting.
• Review business procedures/workflows to ensure full utilization of system features.
• Provide pre- and post-launch end-user support, change management, issue resolution, testing, and training.
• Document technology specifications for current and future configuration.
• Maintain accurate change management documentation for audit controls and compliance.
• Understand and apply Workday's Implementation Methodology on all projects.
• Support feature releases and issue resolution, defining scope, prioritizing, planning, and implementing system changes.
• Maintain functional knowledge of HR and HR systems across multiple functions and teams.
• Foster ongoing Workday relationships and engagement in Workday Community and User Groups.

Benefits

• Flexible Time off
• Medical, Dental and Life Insurance
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Parental Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree