Senior HRISAnalyst Workday Time Tracking, Absence, Leave and

Patriot Advertising Sourcing Solutions; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Patriot Advertising Sourcing Solutions in Houston, TX is seeking a Senior HRIS Analyst specialized in Workday Time Tracking, Absence, Leave and Scheduling. You will configure, test, and optimize the system, partnering with HR, Payroll and IT to ensure compliance and scalable global operations.

You will lead design sessions, deliver complex reports, and support multiple engagements while navigating Canadian and international time-tracking requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of Workday HCM experience with deep Time Tracking, Absence, Leave and Scheduling expertise.
• 7+ years of Workday consulting or SME experience on medium-to-large HRIS implementations.
• Workday certification in Time Tracking, Absence, Leave, and/or Scheduling.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong report writing ability within Workday modules.
• Experience supporting Canadian and international time tracking operations and labor law compliance.
• Strong understanding of HR systems and processes.
• Ability to lead design sessions, manage project plans, and deliver results while handling multiple engagements.
• Strong problem-solving and collaboration with stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Configure, support, and optimize Workday Time Tracking, Absence, Leave, and Scheduling modules.
• Collaborate with HR, Payroll, and IT on system enhancements, testing, and deployment.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful testing and deployment and provide post-go-live support.
• Troubleshoot issues and document resolutions for internal knowledge sharing.
• Build and maintain reports within Time Tracking, Absence, Leave, and Scheduling.
• Participate in broader HR Systems and Shared Services initiatives as needed.

Skills

Workday HCM

Time Tracking

Absence & Leave

Scheduling

Stakeholder management

Project leadership

Data analysis

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Workday certification

Tools

Excel

Workday reporting

Dormakaba Time Clocks

ADP eTime migration

Job description

Senior HRIS Analyst – Workday Time Tracking, Absence, Leave, and Scheduling

The Senior HRIS Analyst will serve as a hands-on functional expert in Workday's Time Tracking, Absence, Leave, and Scheduling modules. This role partners closely with HR, Payroll, and IT to configure and optimize the system, ensure compliance with labor/timekeeping laws, and support scalable global operations.

This is an on-site position in Houston, TX. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available. We may provide relocation assistance to qualified candidates.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Configure, support, and optimize Workday Time Tracking, Absence, Leave, and Scheduling modules

• Collaborate with HR, Payroll, and IT on system enhancements, testing, and deployment

• Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure successful testing and deployment, and provide post-go-live support.

• Troubleshoot issues and document resolutions for internal knowledge sharing

• Build and maintain reports within Time Tracking, Absence, Leave, and Scheduling

• Participate in broader HR Systems and Shared Services initiatives as needed

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

• 10+ years of Workday HCM experience, with deep expertise in Time Tracking, Absence, Leave, and Scheduling (additional Workday modules a plus)

• 7+ years of Workday consulting or SME experience on medium-to-large-scale HRIS implementations

• Workday certification in Time Tracking, Absence, Leave, and/or Scheduling

• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting

• Strong report writing ability within relevant Workday modules

• Experience supporting Canadian and international time tracking operations, including local labor law and absence policy compliance

• Strong understanding of HR systems and processes

• Ability to lead design sessions, manage project plans, and deliver results while handling multiple engagements simultaneously

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills for complex technical and process challenges

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with and influence stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience transitioning from ADP eTime to Workday Time Tracking (data mapping, testing, go-live readiness)

• Experience with Dormakaba Time Clocks integrated with Workday Time Tracking

• Prior Workday implementation experience

• Familiarity with Workday release testing cycle

Working Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Usually, normal office working conditions.

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.

An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet

An equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

DISCLAIMER: The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

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