Workday HRIS Analyst

Overview

Remote
$47
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2

Job Details

We’re looking for a hands-on Workday HRIS Analyst to join our Total Rewards & Systems team. This role is all about building, configuring, and optimizing Workday HCM to support HR functions including Recruitment, Payroll, Benefits, Compensation, and Employee Relations. You’ll be the go-to person for designing, testing, and implementing system changes, while keeping sensitive HR data secure and ensuring compliance.

What You’ll Do

  • Configure and maintain Workday HCM modules (Talent, Compensation, Performance, Security Configuration).

  • Create and edit business processes, custom reports, and dashboards.

  • Manage HRIS projects from design to release — including planning, building, testing, and documenting changes.

  • Troubleshoot issues from end-users, business processes, and integrations.

  • Support Workday integrations, with preference for VNDLY experience.

  • Maintain change management documentation for internal and external audit requirements.

  • Prepare for and execute Workday bi-annual upgrades and annual HR cycles (performance, calibration, compensation review).

  • Monitor new Workday features and recommend adoption strategies.

What We’re Looking For

Must-Have Skills

  • 5+ years Workday configuration experience across multiple HCM modules.

  • Strong skills in reporting & dashboards; experience with BIRT reports, Report Groups, Composite Reports is a plus.

  • Knowledge of HR processes and annual cycles.

  • Ability to translate complex technical issues into clear, actionable steps for non-technical stakeholders.

  • Solid project planning, prioritization, and documentation skills.

Preferred

  • Workday Pro Certification.

  • Additional module experience: Recruitment, Payroll, Time Entry, Time Off, Advanced Compensation.

  • VNDLY integration experience.

Why Join

  • Growing team with high-impact work.

  • Direct involvement in enterprise HR tech strategy.

  • Flexibility for remote work.

If you’ve been the hands-on Workday go-to person and you’re ready to work across HR functions to keep systems sharp and compliant, we’d like to talk.


Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.
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