Workday Analyst

Northland Power Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Northland Power Inc. is seeking a Workday Analyst in Toronto to manage and maintain their Workday ERP system for HR operations. The role involves collaborating with business partners to align application solutions with organizational goals and ensuring SLA compliance. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years in Workday are encouraged to apply for this dynamic opportunity.

Benefits

Competitive RRSP matching

Health benefits

Paid parental leave

Insurance and disability coverage

Floating days and birthday off

Qualifications

• 3+ years supporting Workday ERP, especially HR & Payroll modules.
• Experience with SDLC methodologies like Waterfall, Agile, Scrum.
• Deep understanding of HR principles and processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support Workday ERP system, primarily HCM functions.
• Lead business requirements gathering and document preparation.
• Collaborate with business owners and vendors for application solutions.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, business, or related field

Tools

Workday

Microsoft products

Job description

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Who We Are

At Northland, we’re enablers of change, united by our journey to transform the energy sector into the foundation for a sustainable future.

Since our inception, we’ve been early movers in the energy industry, adopting new initiatives that pave the way for communities across the globe and helping forge their path towards a carbon-neutral landscape.

We’re a different kind of independent power producer. As developers, owners and operators who are at the forefront of the energy transition, we’re uniquely positioned to leave a lasting impact in the regions where we operate. We’ve expanded our business across Canada, the United States, Latin America, Europe and Asia to become a global leader, all by bringing together industry experts to find solutions with an entrepreneurial mindset.

While our work powers communities across the globe, Northland is powered by our people.

What You’ll Do

As Workday Analyst, you will be responsible to liaise and maintain core global ERP platform in supporting Northland Power business objectives. In this role, you will primarily provide technical expertise as it pertains to Workday ERP - Human Capital Management (HCM), Performance, Talent, Workforce, and Payroll and other Workday services, provide business analysis in assessing and designing enterprise application solutions and ensuring standards and best practices are followed. Collaborating closely with Workday team members, internal business partners, and designated vendors and partners, you will be responsible for addressing business demand and support inquiries and ensuring that global business applications in scope are operational within SLAs.

This role will be based in our Toronto Office and will report to the Manager, Enterprise Applications.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage and support Workday ERP system, primarily HCM functions, Benefits, Compensation, Absence, Time Tracking, Recruiting, Talent, Performance, Succession, and Payroll.
• Support other Workday functions, including finance, strategic sourcing, and more.
• Collaborate with business owners, superusers, and vendors to align application solutions with organizational goals.
• Plan, design, develop, and deploy Workday solutions, including reports, dashboards, KPIs, and manage vendor updates.
• Lead business requirements gathering and document preparation.
• Provide technical leadership in IT / OT projects and work with implementation teams and vendors.
• Maintain IT standards throughout SDLC.
• Support systems and process improvements for efficient data flow and reporting.
• Ensure vendor and service provider quality delivery based on SLAs.
• Maintain documentation related to the technical environment, testing, and support.

Who You Are

• Flexible : Thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Proactive problem solver : Creative, decisive, and able to escalate when needed.
• Trusted advisor : Build rapport and handle sensitive issues with confidentiality.
• Analytical : Able to interpret trends and data effectively.
• Strong communicator : Clear in both written and verbal communication, adaptable to audiences.

Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business, or related field.
• 3+ years supporting Workday, especially HR & Payroll modules, with certifications required. Experience with finance modules and system integrations is a plus.
• Experience eliciting requirements and creating documentation.
• Over 5 years supporting business applications, solution development, and system deployment.
• Deep understanding of HR principles and processes.
• Proficiency in Workday report writing, dashboards, and KPIs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft products and development tools.
• Experience with SDLC methodologies like Waterfall, Agile, Scrum.
• Knowledge of ITIL and cloud development tools.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and interpersonal skills.
• Motivated team player with strong planning and decision-making skills.

What’s In It for You

We value our employees and aim to empower you to excel. Benefits include :

• Competitive RRSP matching, health benefits, paid parental leave, insurance, and disability coverage.
• Floating days, birthday off, and additional leave for personal events.

We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to inclusion. If you need accommodation during the process, please notify HR.