Workday HCM Analyst
Aaon
About the role
This onsite role is the primary functional administrator and subject matter expert for Workday HCM, handling configuration, business processes, reporting, testing, releases, security, and issue resolution. You’ll support Core HCM, Recruiting, Onboarding, Compensation, Benefits, Talent, Performance, and Learning while partnering with HR and business teams. The role calls for 5+ years of HRIS experience, with 5+ years of Workday HCM experience preferred.
The Functional Workday HCM Analyst is responsible for the administration, configuration, optimization, and ongoing support of Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) and related modules. This role serves as a key functional resource, partnering with Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Benefits, Compensation, Payroll, Information Technology, and business stakeholders to deliver effective Workday solutions that support organizational objectives and enhance the employee experience.
Primary Duties
Serve as the primary functional administrator and SME for Workday HCM.
Configure and optimize Workday business processes and organizational structures.
Partner with stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver solutions.
Lead testing, release management, and system enhancements.
Develop reports, dashboards, calculated fields, and analytics.
Support employee lifecycle processes and data governance.
Troubleshoot issues and coordinate resolutions.
Additional Responsibilities
Support Recruiting, Onboarding, Compensation, Benefits, Talent, Performance, Learning, and other modules.
Lead HR technology projects and process improvement initiatives.
Develop training materials and job aids.
Support security administration and governance efforts.
Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor degree in HR, Business, Information Systems, or related field.
5+ years HRIS experience.
5+ years Workday HCM experience preferred.
Experience with business process design, testing, and reporting.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong knowledge of Workday HCM and employee lifecycle processes.
Experience with Workday configuration and reporting.
Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.
Commitment to data integrity and continuous improvement.
Essential Functions
Analyze requirements, implement solutions, support projects, communicate with stakeholders, and manage competing priorities while maintaining quality and accuracy.
Preferred Workday Functional Areas
Core HCM
Recruiting
Onboarding
Compensation
Benefits
Talent & Performance
Learning
Security Administration
Reporting & Analytics