Workday HR Business Analyst

• Techno-functional Workday BA profile (not purely functional and not purely technical).
• Experience working with Workday HCM modules such as Core HCM, Payroll, Benefits, Time Tracking, Compensation, and Talent Management.
• Understanding of the Hire-to-Retire HR lifecycle processes.
• Exposure to Workday integrations (conceptual understanding) such as EIB, Core Connectors, and integrations with systems like:
• ADP (Payroll)
• Benefits
• Okta (SSO / authentication).
• Basic understanding of Workday security concepts, including security groups, roles, and access control, especially how Workday integrates with Okta for SSO authentication.
• Experience supporting integration-related user stories and working with technical teams during integration builds.
• Hands-on involvement in UAT, regression testing, and validation cycles.
• Ability to work closely with HR stakeholders, business teams, and integration/technical teams.
• Strong understanding of HR processes and Workday data flows across systems.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Business Analyst with strong experience in Workday HCM, SAP HR/Payroll, and ADP. The ideal candidate will work closely with HR, Payroll, IT, and cross-functional teams to optimize HR systems, streamline integrations, and support continuous improvement in employee lifecycle management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with HR and IT teams to gather, document, and analyze business requirements related to Workday HCM, SAP HR, and ADP Payrollsystems.
• Translate business needs into functional specifications, workflows, and integration requirements.
• Support Workday integrations with SAP and third-party systems using EIB, Core Connectors, or custom APIs.
• Manage and support testing activities including UAT, regression testing, and data validation.
• Ensure data accuracy, audit readiness, and compliance across HRIS platforms.
• Provide production support, troubleshoot issues, and drive resolution across systems.
• Maintain documentation for processes, configurations, and change management.
• Collaborate in Agile/Scrum environments with engineers, analysts, and product teams.

Must-Have Qualifications:

• 5+ years of business/system analysis experience in HR technology environments.
• Hands-on experience with Workday HCM (Core HR, Time Tracking, Benefits, Payroll).
• Experience with SAP HR or SAP Payroll and familiarity with ADP systems.
• Strong understanding of HR business processes including onboarding, employee data management, compensation, and benefits.
• Experience supporting system integrations and data flows between HR platforms.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with integration middleware (e.g., MuleSoft, Boomi) or Workday Studio.
• Experience working in fast-paced tech environments or growth-stage organizations.
• Knowledge of Jira, Confluence, SQL, and reporting tools such as Tableau or Looker.
• Workday certifications are a plus.