Workday Compensation Analyst

Position Overview

Seeking a Workday Compensation Analyst to support and enhance compensation programs across a complex, multi-entity environment. This is a hands-on role ideal for a mid-career Workday professional with strong expertise in Core and Advanced Compensation.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain Workday Core & Advanced Compensation (plans, eligibility rules, pay ranges, step structures, bonus/incentive programs).
• Execute annual and off-cycle compensation cycles (merit, bonus, equity).
• Provide production support, troubleshoot issues, and ensure data integrity across compensation workflows.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable Workday solutions.
• Support testing, audits, and reporting tied to compensation programs.
• Enhance processes to improve manager and employee experience.
• Focus on ship-side compensation, including union-based wage components, step progression, and automated rules.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3-6+ years of Workday/HRIS experience with direct Compensation module support.
• Strong expertise in both Core Compensation and Advanced Compensation.
• Experience supporting compensation cycles (merit/bonus planning).
• Background in large, complex organizations with diverse pay programs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Experience supporting unionized populations and complex pay structures (step progression, CBAs).
• Exposure to compensation reporting, audits, and cross-functional HR/Payroll processes.
• Workday Pro Certification preferred.

Additional Notes

• Remote role; candidates in the US or Florida preferred.
• Must work Eastern Time Zone hours.
• Miami-based candidates prioritized for potential conversion.