Senior People Systems Analyst

BlackLine Systems, Inc.; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

BlackLine, Inc. is seeking a Sr. People Systems Analyst to optimize and maintain Workday HCM, focusing on Absence and Benefits modules. You will manage data feeds, integrations, and reporting to support HR goals while collaborating with HR and IT teams.

The role requires a Workday expert capable of proactive enhancements, cross-country data compliance, and training others on updates and best practices.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of Workday HCM, including security, business processes, and reporting.
• Experience with Workday Absence and Workday Benefits modules.
• Strong skills in Workday report-writing tools.
• 5+ years of experience in HRIS or People Systems; Bachelor's degree or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Act as a Workday SME for system projects and upgrades.
• Manage and optimize Absence and Benefits modules; configuration, testing, and maintenance.
• Own and troubleshoot data feeds for benefits carriers and manage connectors for cross-system functionality and SSO.
• Design, create, and run advanced reports and analytics from Workday and other systems.
• Educate HR on updates, new functionalities, and best practices.

Skills

Workday HCM

Absence module

Benefits module

Workday report-writing

HRIS

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Workday connectors

Job description

Make Your Mark: The Sr. People Systems Analyst plays a pivotal role in the optimization and maintenance of Human Resources Information Systems, with a primary focus on Workday, to support both short- and long-range Human Resources goals. This role requires a dedicated Workday expert who can proactively manage and enhance system functionality, particularly within the Absence and Benefits modules. The Sr. People Systems Analyst will work closely with the HR team and employees at all levels, demonstrating sharp focus and organizational skills to manage the data, policies, processes, and details crucial for a healthy and functional company and culture.

You’ll Get To:

• Act as a proactive Workday expert and technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Workday system-related projects, including module implementations, upgrades, and new functionality within Workday HCM, Absence, and Benefits.
• Manage and optimize Workday's Absence and Benefits modules, including configuration, testing, troubleshooting, and ongoing maintenance to ensure efficient and accurate processes.
• Own and troubleshoot all file data feeds for benefits carriers within Workday, and manage the build and maintenance of connectors for cross-system functionality and single sign-on related to Absence and Benefits integrations.
• Ensure data integrity and compliance within Workday, specifically for Absence and Benefits data, including a functional understanding of data compliance for other countries such as CAN, EMEA, and APAC.
• Design, create, and run advanced reports and provide analytics from Workday and other systems, delivering insights into Absence and Benefits trends and supporting strategic HR initiatives.
• Problem-solve and troubleshoot Workday system issues for the HR team, department leadership, and individual employees in a timely manner, with a particular focus on Absence and Benefits module functionalities.
• Educate and train HR team members on Workday updates, new functionalities, and best practices, particularly for Absence and Benefits processes, based on release and upgrade cycles.
• Liaise and partner with IT and other departments to ensure data integrity, including troubleshooting any issues with Workday file feeds, data imports, and other program interfaces.
• Manage relationships with software vendors for HR systems and tools, contributing to the development of proper training and documentation for system use and maintenance.
• Execute HR System implementations, including platform design and build, testing, troubleshooting, and training, with a strong emphasis on Workday implementations.
• Perform projects as assigned by leadership, demonstrating time management finesse while taking on multiple projects simultaneously.

What You’ll Bring:

• Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience with Workday HCM, including configuration, security, business processes, and reporting.
• Demonstrated experience with Workday Absence and Workday Benefits modules, including setup, maintenance, and optimization.
• Exceptional technical skills and deep knowledge of Workday report-writing tools.
• Ability to extract and combine data from multiple databases, and to analyze data to detect meaningful trends and patterns, particularly from Workday.
• 5+ years of related experience in HRIS or People Systems, with a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical information to end users with limited technical knowledge.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work independently, multi-task, follow through, and meet deadlines within an entrepreneurial and customer-focused work environment.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills for system issues.
• Ability to work independently and take full ownership of responsibilities and goal achievement.
• Ability to effectively communicate with employees at all levels of the organization.

We’re Even More Excited If You Have:

• Workday certification (e.g., Workday HCM, Workday Absence, Workday Benefits) is highly desirable.
• A degree in human resource management, computer information systems, or a similar field.
• Other HR certifications (SPHR/PHR, SHRM-SCP/CP) are desirable.

Thrive at BlackLine Because You Are Joining:

A technology-based company with a sense of adventure and a vision for the future.

Every door at BlackLine is open. Just bring your brains, your problem-solving skills, and be part of a winning team at the world’s most trusted name in Finance Automation! A culture that is kind, open, and accepting.

Its a place where people can embrace what makes them unique, and the mix of cultural backgrounds and varying interests cultivates diverse thought and perspectives.

A culture where BlackLiners' continued growth and learning is empowered.

BlackLine offers a wide variety of professional development seminars and inclusive affinity groups to celebrate and support our diversity.

BlackLine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, race, ethnicity, age, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, ancestry, color, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, medical condition, genetic information, or any other protected class or category recognized by applicable equal employment opportunity or other similar laws.

BlackLine recognizes that the ways we work and the workplace itself has shifted. We innovate in a workplace that optimizes a combination of virtual and in-person interactions to maximize collaboration and nurture our culture.

Candidates who live within a reasonable commute to one of our offices will work in the office at least 3 days a week.

Salary Range: $120,000.00-$150,000.00 Pay Transparency Statement: Placement within this range depends upon several factors, including the applicant’s prior relevant job experience, skill set, and geographic location.

In addition to base pay, BlackLine also offers short-term and long-term incentive programs, based on eligibility, along with a robust offering of benefit and wellness plans.

BlackLine is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates.

Openings at BlackLine are listed on our career webpage in addition to being advertised in job portals. Job seekers are requested to be vigilant of any fraudulent or suspicious activities in protection of their interest. BlackLine shall not be held liable for any loss or damage, direct or indirect, incurred as a result of this act.