Business Application Analyst (Workday)

Global Technical Talent; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing firm seeks a Business Application Analyst (Workday) in Toronto to support HR applications in a financial institution. This role emphasizes Workday configuration, particularly in HCM, Compensation, and Security modules. The ideal candidate will bridge business needs and technical execution while coordinating multiple initiatives and ensuring quality standards. Candidates should have 5-7 years of relevant experience and a commitment to operational excellence, with a hybrid work schedule starting as soon as possible.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of relevant professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Configure and support Workday business processes, primarily within HCM, Compensation, and Security.
• Own intake and documentation for projects and major initiatives per PDLC methodology.
• Develop and maintain business process documentation for owned applications.
• Execute and manage Business Acceptance Testing (BAT) and related documentation.
• Partner with Technology teams to ensure business, data governance, and quality requirements are met.
• Review requirements and technical design documents, identifying gaps and improvement opportunities.
• Provide solution options, risk mitigation strategies, and stakeholder recommendations.
• Act as an escalation point for application and operational issues.
• Support deployment, change management, and post-release stabilization.
• Coordinate and prioritize multiple initiatives while keeping stakeholders informed.
• Serve as a senior subject matter expert, guiding others within the Workday domain.

Skills

Workday configuration experience (HCM, Compensation, Security)

Strong experience with requirements elicitation and stakeholder collaboration

Ability to review technical deliverables for quality during design and development

Deep understanding of Workday system components, data flows, and business rules

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities

High attention to detail

Education

Post-secondary education

Job description

Business Application Analyst (Workday)

Alternate / Related Job Titles

• Workday Business Analyst
• Senior Workday Analyst
• HR Systems Analyst (Workday)
• Business Systems Analyst – Workday

Location Toronto, ON

Onsite Flexibility Hybrid

• 2 days onsite initially, increasing to 4 days onsite
• Common in-office days: Wednesday & Thursday

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 6 Months (Extension Possible)
• Conversion: Possible
• Start: As Soon As Possible
• Pay Rate: C$70–C$80/hr
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• Overtime: N/A

About the Role The Business Application Analyst (Workday) is a senior-level role supporting enterprise HR applications within a large financial institution. This position focuses on Workday configuration, business process design, stakeholder collaboration, and application lifecycle support, with an emphasis on HCM, Compensation, and Security modules. You will act as a trusted subject matter expert, bridging business needs and technical execution while supporting projects, enhancements, and day-to-day operational excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Configure and support Workday business processes, primarily within HCM, Compensation, and Security
• Own intake and documentation for projects and major initiatives per PDLC methodology
• Develop and maintain business process documentation for owned applications
• Execute and manage Business Acceptance Testing (BAT) and related documentation
• Partner with Technology teams to ensure business, data governance, and quality requirements are met
• Review requirements and technical design documents, identifying gaps and improvement opportunities
• Provide solution options, risk mitigation strategies, and stakeholder recommendations
• Act as an escalation point for application and operational issues
• Support deployment, change management, and post-release stabilization
• Coordinate and prioritize multiple initiatives while keeping stakeholders informed
• Serve as a senior subject matter expert, guiding others within the Workday domain

Required Skills

• Workday configuration experience (HCM, Compensation, Security)
• Strong experience with requirements elicitation and stakeholder collaboration
• Ability to review technical deliverables for quality during design and development
• Deep understanding of Workday system components, data flows, and business rules
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
• High attention to detail

Preferred / Additional Skills

• Workday certifications (HCM, Compensation, Security)
• Experience with Workday hierarchies and organizational structures
• Stakeholder management experience with IT and HR business owners
• Experience supporting financial‑services or regulated enterprise environments

Experience & Education

• 5–7 years of relevant professional experience
• Post‑secondary education required

About the Company A Top 10 bank in Canada and North America, offering comprehensive retail, commercial, wealth management, and wholesale banking solutions. The organization is committed to innovation, stability, and delivering value to clients in an evolving financial landscape.

About GTT GTT is a minority‑owned staffing firm and subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American‑owned company in Alaska. We value diverse and inclusive workplaces and partner with leading organizations across the U.S. and Canada to connect professionals with impactful career opportunities.

Job Number: 25-29603