HRIS Analyst
Position Overview
The HRIS Analyst will support, maintain, and configure the Human Resource Information System (HRIS), Workday, and other systems supported by the HRIS team. This role serves as a technical point-of-contact for assigned functional areas and assists subject matter experts with data integrity, testing, report writing, and data flow analysis.
Responsibilities
- Execute system administration functions including dashboard and report management, permission management, and configuration modifications.
- Provide general end-user support, maintain and update user documentation, and perform routine data validation and reconciliation between systems to ensure accuracy and integrity.
- Use knowledge of business processes and system functionality to identify ways to customize and enhance current business applications and operating systems to meet the functional needs of the business and improve business process.
- Work with human resources and business subject matter experts to identify potential configuration enhancements and system modifications to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of the systems.
- Maintain awareness of current trends in HR systems administration with a focus on best practices in product and application support and data delivery.
- Review and evaluate new system releases and enhancements and recommend and implement approved new functionality.
- Perform root cause analysis for system issues not operating as designed.
- Provide input for prioritization of business-related activities and initiatives.
- Participate in discussions on future use of technology and business process improvements.
- Provide subject matter expertise regarding how HR data and systems support other departments and ensure data integrity and security protocols are maintained through those integrations.
- May provide overall project management for given HR initiatives.
- Specific areas of Workday focus may include, but are not limited to: Core HR, Benefits, Time, Absence, Advanced Compensation, Recruiting, Performance Enablement, VNDLY, Peakon, Integrations, and Security.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- 3+ years of combined experience in HR and technology, including 2+ years' experience utilizing Workday to enhance HR business processes.
- Substantial knowledge of HR, HR systems, HR processes, and their integration with technology.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze, design, configure, implement, and support HR data, processes, and technology.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to absorb, synthesize, and present information through various forms of easily understood communications to most levels of business leadership.
- Knowledge of Workday configurations and business processes in the following areas: Core HR, Benefits, and Integrations, with the ability to provide general support in one or more of the following areas: Time Tracking, Absence, Advanced Compensation, Recruiting, Performance Enablement, VNDLY, Peakon, People Analytics, and Security.
- Experience with Workday report building and data analysis (calculated fields, custom reports).
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve system issues and data discrepancies.
- Experience in HRIS system implementation, testing, and upgrades.
- Lawful ability to work within the US and have unrestricted work authorization for US.
- Expertise in MS Excel.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in computer sciences or human resources field.
- One or more Workday Pro certifications, preferably in HCM Core, Benefits, Integrations.
- Experience with VNDLY, either as an end user managing contingent workforce processes or in a technical capacity supporting system configuration and maintenance.
- General understanding of HRIS integrations and API workflows.
- Experience supporting a global HR team and processes.
- Project Management experience.
- Knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Project Management methodologies.
- Experience with data security best practices, including user permissions and data privacy standards.
- Superior knowledge of MS Excel, MS Project, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Experience in the elicitation and formal management of requirements management for Data/Reporting projects.
At Entrust
We offer a range of benefits including comprehensive health and well-being programs, a generous 401(k) matching contribution, life and disability insurance, mental health coaching, virtual fitness programs, paid personal time off plus 12 paid holidays, parental leave, and education reimbursement. We also value diversity and inclusion and strive to create a community where everyone is encouraged to be themselves. We are committed to building a diverse workforce with wide perspectives and innovative ideas.