• HRIS Workday Functional partner supporting specified Human Resource areas ( Payroll, Absence, Time off, and Time tracking) both in USA and Canada.

• Provide consultation & impact analysis to COEs, building knowledge, gathering requirements, designing & configuring solutions.

• Responsible for the data configurations in the Workday system relevant to the role (i.e.: Modules, Tables, Hierarchies, Security, Releases, Profiles).

• Research and architect solutions and advise/counsel the functional business leaders and program owners.

• Oversee tasks assigned to supporting analyst(s).

• Evaluate releases and functionality to identify opportunities to improve and optimize the usage of Workday.

• Configure, test validate and implement Business Process Changes in Workday.

• Evaluate releases and functionality to identify opportunities to improve and optimize the use of Workday.

• Collaborate with COE's on system changes to roll out a new process.

• Lead weekly/biweekly communications with partner COE.

• Coordinate with other Functional Leads on projects that have cross-team implications.

• Responsible for resolution of Tier 2 (functional & Integration configurations) Help desk issues and to act as a resource for Tier 3 (SME data) as requested. Be solutions oriented when users identify functionality issues with the system and escalate these issues to the appropriate individuals to address in a responsive and timely manner, if necessary.

• Promote change management efforts including adoption of new systems and functionality, programs, and process changes.

Minimum Education or Certifications Required

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent experience

Minimum Experience or Skills Required

• 3 or more years' experience on an HRIS team or the equivalent on COE team with knowledge of Workday configurations or a comparable major HR system.

• Experience in Workday Functional areas of Payroll, Absence, Time off, and Time tracking is preferred

• Ability to work within a team structure, collaborating closely with colleagues to achieve assigned tasks.

• Ability to prioritize work, handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high level of accuracy, and attention to detail and organization.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

• Ability to think in terms of conditional logic and cause-and-effect impact.

• Develop an understanding and expertise of HR Operations and employee data management.

• Able to learn new skills, adapt quickly and embrace change

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Incumbent must be able to move about the office and between floors; utilize standard office equipment; access filing system/cabinets; and communicate effectively and efficiently in person or by telephone.

• Hybrid model of Remote/on-site as directed by the Director-HRIS

• Travel up to 10%

Disclaimer
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

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