Senior HRIS Analyst

Flexport; Illinois; On-site; USD 106,480 - 133,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for continuous learning

Collaborative and inclusive environment

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Flexport is looking for a Senior HRIS Analyst to manage and optimize Workday configurations for US Payroll, absence, and time tracking. This role is critical for ensuring robust and compliant HR systems that support our rapid growth.

The ideal candidate will have 8+ years in HRIS with a strong focus on Workday, excellent analytical skills, and a commitment to compliance. Join Flexport and contribute to shaping the future of global trade.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in HRIS, specifically in Workday.
• Experience with Workday Payroll, Time Tracking, and Absence Management.
• Capable of analyzing and troubleshooting complex system issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize Workday configurations for US Payroll.
• Provide support across various Workday modules.
• Collaborate with HR Operations and IT teams.

Skills

Expertise in Workday Payroll

Complex problem-solving

Communication skills

Compliance oriented

Tools

Workday

Job description

At Flexport, we’re shaping the future of global trade through innovative technology and exceptional people.

About Flexport

At Flexport, we believe global trade can move the human race forward. That’s why it’s our mission to make global commerce so easy there will be more of it. We’re shaping the future of a $10T industry with solutions powered by innovative technology and exceptional people. Today, companies of all sizes—from emerging brands to Fortune 500s—use Flexport technology to move more than $19B of merchandise across 112 countries a year.

The recent global supply chain crisis has put Flexport center stage as we continue to play a pivotal role in how goods move around the world. We are proud to have the support of the best investors in the game who believe in our mission, solutions and people. Ready to tackle global challenges that impact business, society, and the environment? Come join us.

Senior HRIS Analyst

Empowering our global workforce with robust HR systems to accelerate the future of trade.

The opportunity:

This is a critical role within our HRIS team, focusing on the core areas of US Payroll, absence, and time tracking within the Workday platform. You'll partner closely with HR Operations globally and our IT teams to ensure our systems are robust, compliant, and user-friendly. Day‑to‑day, you might be configuring new Workday modules, troubleshooting complex payroll issues, or driving process improvements for absence management. We're looking for someone who thrives on solving intricate problems and enjoys seeing the direct impact of their work on Flexport's global workforce. Join us in building scalable, efficient HR systems that empower our people and support our rapid growth.

You will:

• Manage and optimize Workday configurations and processes for US Payroll, absence, and time tracking.
• Provide expert support and configuration across various Workday modules, including HCM, Compensation, Benefits, and Integrations.
• Collaborate with HR Operations, IT, and other stakeholders to gather requirements, design solutions, and resolve complex HRIS issues.
• Lead or actively participate in HRIS projects, from system enhancements to new module implementations and process improvements.
• Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance within Workday, including regular audits and accurate reporting.

You should have:

• 8+ years of experience in HRIS, with a strong focus on Workday.
• Deep functional expertise in Workday Payroll, Time Tracking, and Absence Management.
• Demonstrated experience with other Workday modules such as HCM, Compensation, Benefits, and Integrations.
• Proven ability to analyze complex system issues, troubleshoot, and implement effective, scalable solutions.
• Exceptional communication and relationship‑building skills, capable of partnering with global HR, IT, and business teams.
• A 'compliance first' attitude to keep our regulators happy and enthusiastic about Flexport since we operate in a heavily regulated industry.

You will get:

• The chance to shape the future of global trade at a rapidly growing, innovative company.
• A collaborative and inclusive environment where your contributions directly impact our global workforce.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, professional growth, and career development.

The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire base salary for the position in the posting's respective region. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range displayed, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education and / or training. Base salary is just one part of our total rewards package at Flexport, which also includes bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefit offerings such as medical, dental, and flexible time off.

The US base salary range for this position (this does not include bonus, equity and benefits):

$106,480 - $133,100 USD