Benefits HRIS Analyst — Workday Specialist (Hybrid NYC)

Skadden, Arps...LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP in New York seeks a Benefits HRIS Analyst hybrid role. This position supports the Senior Reporting and Configurations Analyst with Workday Benefits functionality and data analytics to deliver actionable insights.

Responsibilities include data privacy, Workday Benefits configuration, audit reporting, large data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration with HRIS. Requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of Workday Benefits HRIS experience; open

Qualifications

• High proficiency in MS Excel.
• Proficiency in Workday HCM, with specific focus on Workday Benefits functionality.
• Proficiency with payroll as they relate to the Benefits function.
• Knowledge of Firm operations, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of benefits administrative procedures and applicable laws.
• Strong analytical aptitude.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical problems and make recommendations on appropriate solutions.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities.
• Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensures data privacy, security and integrity of data across applications used in the administration of Benefits.
• Provides technical support to the Workday Benefits function, focusing on implementations and administration of Benefits processes.
• Provides technical support on Business Processes related to Benefits, such as upgrade testing and developing methods to automate and streamline processes.
• Participates in the design and development of audit reporting, to deliver recurring, ad hoc and self-service reports for all benefit related functions.
• Supports the analysis of large data sets to identify issues or trends and shares findings with management.
• Maintains and updates benefits related configurations in Workday.
• Serves as dedicated support for Workday implementation, including creating documentation and answering questions.
• Creates, calculates, processes and reconciles various insurance premium and headcount reports.
• Responsible for sending eligibility files, researching and responding to vendor discrepancy reports, and running and analyzing the associated audit reports.
• Assists with ad-hoc projects.
• Interacts with vendors on all Benefits Department applications and integrations.
• Collaborates with HRIS counterparts in other departments ensure best practices in existing Business Processes and develops methods to improve and streamline cross-functional processes.
• Tracks technical/functional issues and follows up with the Senior Reporting and Configurations Analyst on the status.
• Creates, edits and maintains appropriate documentation on systems and procedures.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others.

Skills

MS Excel

Workday HCM

Payroll knowledge

Analytical aptitude

Confidentiality

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Workday HCM

Payroll systems

Job description

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP in New York seeks a Benefits HRIS Analyst hybrid role. This position supports the Senior Reporting and Configurations Analyst with Workday Benefits functionality and data analytics to deliver actionable insights.

Responsibilities include data privacy, Workday Benefits configuration, audit reporting, large data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration with HRIS. Requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of Workday Benefits HRIS experience; open