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Workday Configuration Analyst

Apex Systems
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/29/2025

Job Details

Job#: 2072173

Job Description:

Workday Configuration Analyst

Large Banking Client

Location: Chicago, IL / Kennesaw, GA / Richmond, VA (HYBRID - 3 days onsite, 2 Remote)

Duration: 12 month contract with potential to extend and/or convert

Top Requirements:
  • 3 years of Workday Configuration Experience and ideally 5 years of overall experience
  • Experience building rom the ground up. Need to create and build the underlying framework for the module.
  • Large Industry Experience (Banking Preferred)

Position Summary

The Workday Configuration Analyst provides HR system administration, including business process configuration, reporting development, end user training, and data management in support of maintaining Workday as a best-in-class employee experience forward platform. This role will partner with the other Workday team members, IT, business partners, vendors and business leaders to effectively meet the HR technology needs of the organization. The focus modules are Core HCM, Compensation, Talent, Payroll, Time, Absence, Benefits, Integrations, and Reporting.

Required Skills

Configure complex Workday business processes. Support configuration, integrations, and troubleshooting of business processes with a focus on Payroll.

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.

Ability to mass load information via EIBs and knowledge on how to test integration inputs and outputs based on transactional changes.

Knowledge on how to create reports and use them in auditing configuration change effectiveness.

Document technology specifications for current and future configuration.

Maintain accurate change management documentation to satisfy Bank of America's internal/external audit controls and compliance practices.

Understand Workday's Implementation Methodology and use it on all projects.

Act as the domain support for feature releases and issue resolution, supporting the Workday Architect 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, User Groups, and Conferences.

Act as support to business partners and work to enhance their understanding of Workday.

Desired Skills

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the key accountabilities of the job required

3 years Workday HCM experience

Workday Pro or Workday Certifications strongly preferred

A solid understanding in at least three Workday modules including Core HCM, Compensation, Talent, Payroll, Time, Absence, and Benefits

Workday Integrations experience preferred

Knowledge of Workday business process, core setup, and security framework

Deep understanding of Workday data model, corporate system architecture, interfaces, reporting, and data loading procedures

Attention to detail and relentless commitment to follow-through

Ability to convey ideas and recommendations to a wide variety of audiences at all levels in a clear, compelling and succinct way in written and verbal communications

Strong expertise in cloud-based multi-tenant systems

Strong ability to work with others on solutions

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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