Functional Technical Manager (Workday HRIS)

Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident

On site in Thousand Oaks area, CA 

Some travel within the Continental U.S. may be required

Fulltime Direct Employment
W2 with full benefits

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $133,630 - $189,420 bonus and benefits. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Sr. BRM Analyst to support Compensation, Talent & Performance for Workday Systems. This role involves managing and optimizing Workday compensation processes, ensuring efficient operation and continuous improvement of the Workday Advanced Compensation System and optimization and management of the Workday Talent & Performance modules. The ideal candidate will leverage their Workday expertise to meet employee and business needs, collaborating closely with stakeholders such as HR Ops, Compensation, Performance, Benefits, and IT teams. Key responsibilities include planning, analyzing, developing, implementing, and monitoring business processes and operational systems to ensure efficiency, as well as developing system applications and coordinating assignments independently.

Business Partnership and Strategy:

• Collaborates with business units to transform processes by leveraging people, processes, data, and technology.
• Acts as a subject matter expert for designated business units, attending meetings, documenting workflows, and serving as a trusted advisor

Business Analysis and Planning:

• Develops business requirements and analyzes data to improve business processes.
• Establishes and maintains a three-year business and technology solution roadmap.
• Conducts business process gap analysis for digitalization and automation.

Technology and Project Management:

• Defines high-level product features and service levels for IT offering

Communication and Leadership:

• Communicates with business leadership to align initiatives with established roadmaps.
• Transfers knowledge to leadership and peers, ensuring common processes across departments.
• Serves as a business SME to prioritize technology projects and direct strategy

Operational Management:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Workday Advanced compensation

Talent & Performance including system configurations, business process workflows, custom objects, security, and integrations with other HR systems.

• This is a highly visible individual technical role responsible for the outcome and success of Workday Compensation teams that play a key role in delivering the stated goals of the organization.
• Configure and manage the Workday Talent and Performance module, including performance reviews, talent reviews, calibration, career development plans, and succession planning.
• Ensure that the Workday Talent & Performance module are configured efficiently and updated regularly to meet the business requirements. Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to the system’s functionality.
• Work closely with other HRIS analysts, business partners, and functional HR teams to ensure data integrity and that talent management processes are aligned with organizational goals and objectives.
• Hands on expertise to launch Annual Merit, Bonus and Mid-year and Annual performance review cycles.
• Work closely with Compensation teams, HR Operations, vendors, etc. so Workday HCM and Core Compensation modules are configured to meet present needs and future potential.
• System Implementation and Upgrades: Collaborate with stakeholders to define system requirements, participate in the implementation and testing, and oversee the deployment of system upgrades to ensure a smooth transition and minimal disruption to users.
• System Enhancements and Customizations: Identify opportunities for system enhancements and propose innovative solutions to optimize the compensation business processes, drive end-to-end automation initiatives, and improve user experience.
• Perform Workday tenant configuration, data loads (EIB’s), Sandbox environments, etc. by defining, documenting, and enforcing system standards.
• Data integrity and quality: Ensure data integrity and accuracy within the Workday HCM and Compensation workstreams by monitoring data feeds, executing data audits, and resolving data discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Workday Reporting: Generate regular and ad-hoc reports & dashboards using Workday reporting tools to provide insights on Compensation metrics, trends, and compliance requirements.
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including HR, IT, and business leaders, to gather requirements, understand business needs, and provide guidance on system capabilities and best practices.
• System Documentation: Maintain accurate system documentation, including process workflows, system configurations, and standard operating procedures, to ensure knowledge sharing and facilitate system maintenance and upgrades.
• Stay Updated: Stay abreast of the latest industry trends, best practices, and updates in Workday and related technologies to bring new ideas and innovation to the organization's business processes.
• Ability to successfully build strong relationships with key stakeholders and groups across all levels of the organization; ability to win over resistors and engage executives, managers, and others
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• Education: bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field.

• Experience: 8 years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience.

• Technical Skills: In-depth knowledge of Workday HRIS modules (Core HR, Payroll, Benefits, Recruiting, Talent, etc.).

• Proven experience as a Sr. Business Analyst in implementing and managing Workday's Core and Advanced Compensation workstreams and Talent and Performance modules.

• Hands-on experience and Strong technical knowledge of Workday's Compensation module, including configuration, integrations, business processes, reporting, and security.

• Hands on expertise to launch Annual Merit, Bonus and Mid-year and Annual performance review cycles.

• Proficiency with Workday Report Writer and advanced reporting techniques.

• Experience with system integrations and data migration projects is a plus.

• In-depth understanding of compensation processes, policies, and best practices.

• Understanding of HRIS security concepts and data privacy best practices.

• Proficiency in Workday report writing, calculated fields, and business process configuration.

• Single Point of Contact for supporting existing production issues and managing SLAs.

• Writing module design documents and test cases.

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data and derive actionable insights.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results within deadlines.

• Project management skills with the ability to lead and drive system implementation and enhancement projects.

• Occasionally may be required to travel within the US and Internationally.

• Certifications in Workday Compensation or related areas would be a plus.

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Advanced degree is preferred.
• Demonstrates keen attention to detail as well as strong analytical, time management and creative problem-solving skills.
• Uses skills to contribute to development of company objectives and principles to achieve goals in creative and effective ways.
• Exhibits effective interpersonal, listening and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Communicates ideas in both technical and user-friendly language.
• Successfully works within a multi-project environment and supports multiple internal customers.
• Is successful in working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment and puts the success of the team above one's own interests.
• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties.
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives.
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products.
• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company.

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)
• Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action

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