Workday Functional Analyst

The Christman Company is transforming how our business operates through technology. As a Workday Functional Analyst, you will be the primary technical configurator of the Workday platform, translating business requirements into system configurations, integrations, and workflows.

Responsibilities

• Workday Configuration & Optimization
  • Configure and enhance Workday modules (HCM, Compensation, Payroll, Benefits, Financials) based on business requirements
  • Translate stakeholder needs into scalable workflows, configurations, and data structures
  • Support security design, data governance, and system integrity through audits and analysis
  • Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and documentation
  • Advise on integration design, including feasibility, risks, and system impacts
• System Lifecycle & Stakeholder Partnership
  • Partner with SMEs and business leaders across HR, Finance, Payroll, and IT throughout the full system lifecycle
  • Act as a technical liaison between internal teams and external vendors
  • Support system releases, enhancements, and ongoing optimization
  • Evaluate and recommend improvements to system functionality
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date system documentation
• Integrations & Technical Support
  • Build and support Workday integrations using Studio, EIBs, Core Connectors, APIs, and Web Services
  • Troubleshoot integration issues and provide ongoing system support (break/fix, monitoring, incident management)
  • Translate functional requirements into technical solutions and specifications
  • Support testing efforts (unit and integration) and ensure solutions perform as designed
  • Analyze system updates and recommend improvements to reporting and integrations
• Additional Contributions
  • Communicate complex technical concepts in a clear, user-friendly way
  • Support project planning, risk mitigation, and implementation efforts
  • Design and maintain ETL processes and data flows
  • Optimize system performance using knowledge of data architecture, interfaces, and databases
  • Assess downstream impacts of system changes and integrations

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Software, Engineering, Business Administration or related disciplines
• Three to five years’ experience as a Workday Functional Analyst or similar Workday configuration role, with a strong understanding of human resources, finance, and payroll processes and business requirements
• Deep technical expertise in Workday integrations and business processes
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Experience in project management and strategic planning

Preferred Qualifications

• Workday certified
• Familiarity with compliance and best practices in Workday data security

Skills

• Ability to rapidly assimilate new technologies and communicate effectively with various teams
• Excellent interpersonal skills including analytical, problem solving, organizational, and issue resolution
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including human resources, finance, payroll, and IT, to solve business problems
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Motivated, committed, and energetic self-starter dedicated to providing high-quality and responsive IT service
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to organize and prioritize daily workload and meet timelines on deliverables

Schedule

This position reports to the Lansing corporate headquarters. Minimal travel outside of Lansing required; depending on the project, travel to other areas may be required. Majority of travel is done during work hours; overnight stays may be required on an as-needed basis.