[Hiring] Workday HCM Analyst, HR @Zenith American Solutions

Role Description

• Serve as the primary functional administrator and system owner for Workday HCM modules including Core HCM, Compensation, Absence, Benefits, Recruiting, Reporting.
• Lead the design, configuration, and maintenance of Workday business processes, condition rules, calculated fields, eligibility rules, security roles, and system workflows.
• Manage tenant configuration changes across environments for HCM (Sandbox, Implementation, and production). Ensure proper testing, documentation and deployment with oversight from the ZAS Workday Administrator.
• Leads and coordinates Workday releases, upgrades and enhancement initiatives for HCM, serving as the functional subject-matter expert and primary liaison between Workday Administrator and HR, Payroll, Benefits.
• Test and validate system configurations during implementation phases.
• Perform mass data updates, data loads, and system maintenance using tools such as Enterprise Interface Builder (EIB).
• Establish and execute proactive audit frameworks for identifying systemic risks, data integrity issues, compliance gaps, and process inefficiencies.
• Design, govern, and deliver complex reports, dashboards, and analytics that inform decision making, workforce strategy, compliance, and operational planning for HCM.
• Use data visualization tools and reporting techniques to present findings and recommendations to leadership in a clear and actionable format.
• Analyze HR data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities related to workforce planning, compensation, turnover, compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Ensure data compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Develop, document, and maintain all current and new HRIS business process workflows for efficiency and compliance.
• Develop and generate regular and ad-hoc reports to support HR decision-making.
• Analyze HR data and metrics to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide insights and recommendations based on data analysis.
• Make recommendations for the development or modification of systems, processes, and reports that may improve the overall performance of the Company.
• Identify and implement improvements to HR processes through automation and system enhancements.
• Collaborate with WD Administrator to ensure governance of system and data.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field.
• Workday Pro Core HCM.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience supporting an HRIS platform, preferably Workday, with progressively responsible HRIS or HR technology experience demonstrating increased scope, autonomy, and advisory responsibility.
• Hands-on experience with Workday HCM functionality, including configuration, business process frameworks, security roles, and reporting.
• Strong understanding of HR processes and data management.
• Advanced experience translating complex HR and business data into actionable insights using reporting, analytics, and visualization tools.
• Strong verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining data accuracy.
• Technical acuity and working knowledge of HRIS systems (Workday preferred) and other employee data management systems.
• Strong problem-solving/analytical skills with attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to collect and clarify business requirements by gathering documentation, testing and developing training and documentation.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a customer service approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee data, compensation, and benefits information.
• Thorough knowledge of MS Office tools and applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting multi-state or multi-entity organizations.
• Use effective approaches for choosing a course of action or develop appropriate solutions to issues that arise.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies.
• Experience developing audit controls and data governance frameworks.

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental coverage.
• Retirement savings 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Great opportunities for growth.
• Much, much more!