Senior Workday HR Systems Analyst

WCM White Cap Management LLC; United States; Remote; USD 91,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

White Cap is seeking a hands-on Workday HRIS Specialist to plan, configure, and maintain our HRIS. You will work with HR and IT to ensure the system supports efficient HR processes and regulatory compliance.

The role leads Core HR, Payroll, Benefits, Time Tracking, and Talent Management configurations, builds reports and dashboards, provides training, and champions system improvements. A BS/BA is typically required, with 5–8 years of related experience; some areas may require certification.

Qualifications

• Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline and 5-8 years of experience, or MS/MA with 3-5 years.
• Certification is required in some areas.

Responsibilities

• Configures Workday modules including Core HR, Payroll, Benefits, Time Tracking, and Talent Management.
• Ensures data integrity by performing regular audits and troubleshooting data discrepancies.
• Provides technical support and training to HR associates, addressing system-related issues and queries.
• Identifies opportunities for process improvements and system enhancements to optimize HR operations.
• Develops and maintains custom reports and dashboards to support HR decision-making and strategic planning.
• Ensures the HRIS complies with legal and regulatory requirements, including data privacy and security standards.
• Leads and participates in HRIS-related projects, including system upgrades, implementations, and integrations.
• Champions and communicates system changes and benefits.
• Creates and maintains detailed documentation of system configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Collaborates with HR and IT teams to align system functionality with organizational goals.

Skills

Workday experience

HR process knowledge

Data analysis

Communication

Education

BS/BA in related field

MS/MA in related field

Tools

Workday

Job description

A position at White Cap isn’t your ordinary job. You’ll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities. The White Cap family is committed to Building Trust on Every Job. We do this by being deeply knowledgeable, fully capable, and always dependable, and our associates are the driving force behind this commitment.

Responsible for planning, configuring, and maintaining the Workday Human Resource Information System (HRIS). This role involves collaborating with HR and IT teams to ensure the system meets organizational needs and supports efficient HR processes.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Configures Workday modules including Core HR, Payroll, Benefits, Time Tracking, and Talent Management.
• Ensures data integrity by performing regular audits and troubleshooting data discrepancies.
• Provides technical support and training to HR associates, addressing system-related issues and queries.
• Identifies opportunities for process improvements and system enhancements to optimize HR operations.
• Develops and maintains custom reports and dashboards to support HR decision-making and strategic planning.
• Ensures the HRIS complies with legal and regulatory requirements, including data privacy and security standards.
• Leads and participates in HRIS-related projects, including system upgrades, implementations, and integrations.
• Champions and communicates system changes and benefits.
• Creates and maintains detailed documentation of system configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Collaborates with HR and IT teams to align system functionality with organizational goals.
• Supports White Cap’s TRUSTED values by fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.

Education and Experience

Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Generally, 5-8 years of experience in a related field OR MS/MA and generally 3-5 years of experience in a related field. Certification is required in some areas.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with the full Workday ecosystem
• Experience serving as a Workday subject matter expert, performing complex Workday system configurations and set-up activities to support business requirements.
• Proficiency in writing advanced reports and dashboards using Report Writer and Discovery Boards
• Experience with Workday AI tools a plus
• Strong understanding of HR processes and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Workday certification(s) in relevant modules.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a diverse and extremely fast paced environment while collaborating and building strong relationships with business partners and team members.
• Results-driven, detailed oriented team player with the ability to prioritize tasks, take initiative and work independently
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and data management required.
• Demonstrates advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including use of advanced formulas, v-lookups and pivot tables.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field

Nature and Scope

Identifies key barriers/core problems and applies problem solving skills in order to deal creatively with complex situations. Troubleshoots and resolves complex problems. Makes decisions under conditions of uncertainty, sometimes with incomplete information, that produce effective end results. Independently performs assignments with instruction limited to the expected results. Determines and develops an approach to solutions. Receives technical guidance only on unusual or complex problems or issues. May oversee the completion of projects and assignments, including planning, assigning, monitoring and reviewing progress and accuracy of work, evaluating results, etc. Contributes to employees' professional development but does not have hiring or firing authority.

Work Environment

Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable. Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles. Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Pay range: $91,300.00 - $146,100.00 USD Annual, dependent on experience & market factors

If you’re looking to play a role in building America, consider one of our open opportunities. We can’t wait to meet you.

White Cap and its affiliates serve as a one-stop shop, providing concrete accessories and chemicals, tools and equipment, building materials and fasteners, erosion and waterproofing products, and safety products to professional contractors by meeting their distinct and customized supply needs in non-residential, infrastructure, and residential end markets. White Cap operates approximately 500 branches across North America with more than 11,000 employees supporting approximately 200,000 customers. For more information about White Cap, visit about.whitecap.com.