Senior HRIS Time and Absence (Workday) Analyst

rxo; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 79,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

RXO is seeking an HRIS Analyst, Time & Absence to administer Workday Time Tracking and Absence, partnering with HR, Payroll, IT, and stakeholders to ensure data integrity and compliant processes.

In this role you will optimize configurations, support releases, and drive continuous improvement to enhance the employee experience across North America, with a focus on U.S. wage laws and SOX controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in HR/IS/Business.
• 5+ years of HRIS, timekeeping, payroll, or HR tech experience.
• Experience supporting Workday Time Tracking and Absence.
• Experience with Workday reporting, configuration, and security.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting and stakeholder skills.
• Advanced Excel and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain Workday Time Tracking and Absence.
• Troubleshoot issues and coordinate with stakeholders and vendors.
• Support system releases, testing, and implementation.
• Maintain documentation and configuration records.
• Ensure compliance with U.S., Canada, and Mexico wage laws.
• Collaborate with Payroll on time off plans and mappings.
• Develop and maintain HR reports and dashboards.
• Identify improvements and support UAT, deployment, and change management.

Skills

HRIS experience

Timekeeping systems

Payroll integration

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Workday Time Tracking

Workday Absence

Excel

Job description

Accelerate your career at RXO RXO is a leading provider of transportation solutions. With cutting-edge technology at the center, we're revolutionizing the industry with our massive network and commitment to finding solutions for every challenge. We create more efficient ways for shippers and carriers to transport goods across North America.

Compensation for this role is 79,000-90,000 The role may also be eligible for bonus or commission pay. Actual compensation may vary due to factors such as experience and skill set.

The HRIS Analyst, Time & Absence is responsible for the administration, support, and optimization of Workday Time Tracking and Absence. This role partners with HR, Payroll, IT, and business stakeholders to ensure accurate system configuration, data integrity, reporting, compliance, and operational efficiency. The analyst serves as a subject matter expert, driving continuous improvement initiatives and supporting scalable solutions that enhance the employee experience and support business objectives.

Essential Responsibilities

System Administration & Support

• Configure and maintain Workday Time Tracking and Absence, including eligibility rules, calculations, schedules, and business processes.
• Troubleshoot system issues and partner with internal stakeholders and vendors to resolve them.
• Support system releases, enhancements, testing, and implementation activities.
• Maintain system documentation, procedures, and configuration records.
• Ensure compliance with U.S., Canada, and Mexico wage and employment laws.
• Partner with Payroll to support time off plans, earnings code mapping, and issue resolution.

Data Integrity & Compliance

• Maintain accurate and reliable workforce data across HR systems.
• Perform audits, reconciliations, data corrections, and mass data updates.
• Support SOX controls and compliance requirements.
• Monitor data quality and ensure adherence to governance standards.

Reporting & Analytics

• Develop and maintain reports and dashboards to support HR and business decision-making.
• Analyze workforce data and provide actionable insights.
• Validate reporting accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Support payroll audit and reconciliation reporting.

Projects & Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve processes through automation and system enhancements.
• Gather requirements and recommend scalable HR technology solutions.
• Participate in system implementations, integrations, and optimization initiatives.
• Support user acceptance testing (UAT), deployment activities, and change management efforts.
• Train and support users on Workday functionality and reporting.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of HRIS, timekeeping, payroll, or HR technology experience, preferably within a multinational organization.
• Experience supporting Workday Time Tracking and Absence.
• Experience with Workday reporting, business process configuration, and security administration.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and reporting skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting payroll, benefits, recruiting, and talent management processes.
• Experience with Workday implementations, upgrades, or integrations.
• Workday certification(s).
• Experience in a SOX-compliant or publicly traded environment.
• Ability to travel up to 5%.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of HR systems, data governance, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to translate business requirements into practical system solutions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Effective project coordination and organizational skills.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a passion for leveraging technology to improve HR operations.

Success Measures

• HR data accuracy and audit performance.
• Timely resolution of system and user support issues.
• Successful delivery of system enhancements and projects.
• Reporting accuracy and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Compliance with security, audit, and governance standards.
• Adoption and effectiveness of HR technology solutions.

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Why Join Us:

Our Benefits

Competitive pay

Paid time off includes: up to 8 holidays, up to 2 floating Diversity Days, Hourly: Earn up to 13 days PTO/ Salary: Earn up to 15 days PTO, up to 40 hours bereavement leave, up to 16 hours volunteer time, jury duty, at least 2 weeks family bonding leave, up to 40 hours prenatal care leave

401(k) retirement plan with up to 5% company match

Insurance: health, prescription, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life, short and long-term disability, accidental death and personal loss,