Job Description

HRIS Analyst

W2 Contract-to-Hire

Salary Range: $104,000 - $124,800 per year

Location: Redwood City, CA - Hybrid Role

Job Summary:

We are seeking a proactive HRIS Analyst with Workday experience to support the maintenance and enhancement of our HR technology ecosystem. This role will be responsible for foundational system support, including report generation, system maintenance, research and resolution of issues, and compliance, as well as partnering on the design, implementation, and optimization of enhancements to align with organizational goals. This role is essential in supporting People operations, improving user experience, and optimizing HR system functionality.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain and support the day-to-day operation of the Workday system, ensuring data integrity and system functionality
• Serve as primary point of contact for Workday-related inquiries, troubleshooting and resolving system issues while maintaining comprehensive documentation (including documentation of SOPs and business processes) and escalating as needed
• Collaborate with business partners such as payroll, benefits, talent acquisition, culture, engagement and learning, and other HR functional areas to understand issues that need resolving and with data requests
• Assist in providing training and support to new and existing users of Workday HCM
• System Configuration & Optimization
• Assist with standard configuration, maintenance, and enhancement of the Workday HCM platform, including assisting with system upgrades, testing, and validation under the guidance of the People Technology Lead
• Proactively identify and recommend opportunities for process improvements, automation, and system innovations
• Conduct regular audits and validation checks to maintain data accuracy, adhering to data governance, compliance, and security policies
• Support in end-to-end Workday projects, including module implementations, integrations, and process redesigns
• Work closely with the People Technology Team to anticipate future organizational needs
• Learn and stay informed about Workday HCM updates and enhancements, participating in training and development opportunities

Requirements and Qualifications:

• 3+ years of hands-on experience configuring Workday HRIS, including day-to-day operations, troubleshooting, and system enhancements
• Knowledgeable in HR business processes, technology, and operations
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail and data accuracy
• Experience configuring Workday modules such as HCM, Compensation, Talent & Performance and Security
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with proven abilities in problem-solving, analytical thinking, and organization
• Ability to uphold data confidentiality and consistency standards
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, adept at translating technical concepts for non-technical users, combined with a customer-focused mindset and commitment to providing high-quality support
• Knowledge of HR compliance and regulations (e.g., GDPR, SOX)
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Desired Skills and Experience

Workday, Workday HCM, HRIS, HR, GDPR, SOX

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