Analyst, HR Operations & Analytics (Workday)

We are seeking a highly skilled and intellectually curious HRIS Analyst (Workday) to join our team. This is a highly visible role that plays a key part in maintaining HR data integrity, optimizing Workday functionality, and delivering meaningful workforce analytics across the organization. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and is passionate about transforming data into meaningful insights that influence people and business strategies.

This role partners cross-functionally with Human Resources and other key business leaders to maintain data integrity, streamline systems, and surface actionable insights through analytics and reporting.

Essential Functions and Skills

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain HR data integrity across systems, with a primary focus on leveraging Workday capabilities.

• Ensure accurate and timely delivery of critical executive-level HR analytics and reporting, adhering to strict reporting deadlines and schedules

• Support Workday configuration, enhancements, and process improvements to optimize system functionality and workflows.

• Stay current on Workday releases, enhancements, and HRIS best practices, identifying opportunities to improve processes and educate the HR team.

• Drive continuous improvement in partnership with HR leadership, functional leaders, and the Strategy & Operations team.

• Serve as a key Workday subject matter expert, providing hands-on reporting, configuration, and troubleshooting support.

• Develop and deliver Workday reports and dashboards, leveraging advanced Excel skills and identifying opportunities for automation.

• Translate complex HR data into clear, compelling stories and actionable insights for business leaders.

• Conduct in-depth data analysis to identify trends related to workforce planning, retention, talent acquisition, and other key HR metrics.

• Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, intellectual curiosity, adaptability, and a collaborative approach in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree a plus.

• 5+ years of experience in an HR analyst or related role.

• 2+ years of hands-on Workday experience, including reporting, calculated fields, and system configuration.

• Advanced Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis.

• Familiarity with HR operations and the entire employee lifecycle.

• Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to translate data into meaningful business insights.

• Ability to pass DHS background study.

Preferred

• Workday certifications or Workday Pro accreditation.

• Experience with Workday Advanced Reporting, Matrix Reports, Dashboards, and reporting automation.

• Structured and Logical Thinking: The ideal candidate has the ability to present complex concepts/ideas in concise, easy-to-understand terms.

• Analytical Rigor: Analytical, methodical, and rigorous approach; ability to independently take apart complex business issues, perform research and analyses.

• The ability to communicate effectively with executive-level and cross-functional teams, both verbally and in writing.

• The ideal candidate will have a hands-on, proactive approach, embrace feedback, and demonstrate a willingness to learn and grow.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

The physical requirements described are representative of those that must be met to
successfully perform the essential responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

• Pushing/Pulling and Lifting/carrying up to 10pounds.

The annual salary range for this role is $100,000-$115,000/annually. An employee’s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: geographic location, relevant education, applicable certifications, depth of experience, and special skillsets. The total compensation package for this position may also include the opportunity to participate in employee benefits including our medical/dental/vision/pet insurance, disability and life insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) retirement plans, subject to applicable plan terms, and/or eligibility for other compensation.