Sr. Workday Analyst, Absence

FTI Consulting; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,500 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

FTI Consulting is seeking a Senior Workday Analyst, Absence to lead configuration, maintenance, and releases across Workday. You will partner with HR leadership and stakeholders to ensure data integrity, security, and optimal functionality while supporting ongoing optimization projects.

The role emphasizes strong analytical and communication skills, change control, and global best practices, with responsibilities spanning module maintenance, reporting, and cross-functional initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in HRIS, HR Systems, or HR Operations roles.
• Workday configuration experience and functional knowledge of Workday’s Time Off and Absence module.
• Strong technical aptitude with experience in system administration, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with change management and release management processes.
• Ability to travel to FTI office(s) as needed.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis; this position will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Responsibilities

• Serve as point of contact for assigned Workday modules, managing system maintenance, configuration, and user access while protecting sensitive HR data.
• Troubleshoot, research, and resolve system defects; identify root causes and communicate status to end users.
• Ensure data integrity, confidentiality, security, and process efficiency through configuration, administration, and training.
• Support adoption of global best practices and standards across the Workday ecosystem.
• Configure and maintain Workday business processes across multiple modules.
• Assess, configure, and migrate system changes through development, test, and production environments.
• Maintain system health through regular audits and monitoring.
• Coordinate bi-annual Workday releases, test features, document changes, and communicate impacts.
• Manage change control and release management for smooth deployments.
• Ensure security best practices and appropriate access.
• Create and update reports using Workday reporting tools to support decision-making.
• Partner with HR leadership, HRIS, CoEs, and local HR teams on system initiatives.
• Participate in development and execution of the Workday roadmap.
• Complete continuing education to maintain domain knowledge.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Change management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Workday Report Writer

Workday security administration

Workday integration tools

Enterprise Interface Builders (EIBs)

Job description

About The Role

The Senior Workday Analyst, Absence role is responsible for configuration, system maintenance, and tenant management across the Workday platform. This position will initially focus on supporting our Workday implementation to success, then transition to continuous support and optimization of Workday. The role combines technical expertise with analytical problem‑solving skills to ensure system integrity, data accuracy, and optimal functionality through effective collaboration with stakeholders.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• A commitment to continuous improvement and focus on delivering best in class user experiences in the moments that matter
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Proven ability to manage system configurations and changes while maintaining data integrity and system security
• Experience with change control processes and ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Excellent communication skills to translate technical concepts to non‑technical audiences

What You'll Do

• Serve as point of contact for assigned modules, managing system maintenance, configuration, and user access while ensuring the protection of sensitive HR data
• Troubleshoot, research, and resolve system defects and issues, working collaboratively with stakeholders to identify root causes and implement solutions while proactively keeping end‑users aware of status
• Ensure data integrity, confidentiality, security, process efficiency, and accessibility through effective systems implementation, configuration, administration, and user training
• Support and promote adoption of global best practices and standards
• Configure and maintain Workday business processes across multiple modules to support HR operations and business requirements
• Assess, configure, and migrate system changes through development, test, and production environments
• Maintain overall system hygiene and health through regular audits and proactive monitoring
• Coordinate and execute bi‑annual Workday system releases, including testing new features, documenting changes, and communicating impacts to stakeholders
• Manage change control and release management processes to ensure smooth deployment of system updates and enhancements
• Ensure security best practices are followed and access is appropriately granted based on business needs
• Create and update reports using Workday reporting tools to provide insights and support business decision‑making
• Partner with cross‑functional teams including HR leadership, HRIS, HR Centers of Excellence (CoEs), and local market HR teams to support system initiatives and business process initiatives
• Participate in the development and execution of the strategic roadmap for our Workday ecosystem
• Complete continuing education to maintain domain and product knowledge

How You'll Grow

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth, and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on‑the‑job learning, self‑guided professional development courses and certifications. You will be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth. As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.

Basic Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in HRIS, HR Systems, or HR Operations roles
• Workday configuration experience and functional knowledge of Workday’s Time Off and Absence module
• Strong technical aptitude with experience in system administration, configuration, and troubleshooting
• Experience with change management and release management processes
• Ability to travel to FTI office(s) as needed
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis; this position will not sponsor applicants for work visas

Preferred Qualifications

• Workday certification(s) in one or more modules (Core HCM, Absence, Performance, etc.)
• Bachelor’s degree in related field (Information Systems, HR, Business Administration, or similar)
• Hands‑on experience with Workday business process configuration, security administration, and integration tools
• Proficiency with Workday reporting tools including Report Writer, Calculated Fields, and dashboards
• Knowledge of the Workday Security framework including security groups, roles, and domain security configuration
• Experience with Enterprise Interface Builders (EIBs) and data management
• Knowledge of integration platforms and API concepts
• Experience working in a global professional services or consulting environment
• Prior experience with Workday implementations or system migrations
• Familiarity with multiple Workday modules and cross‑functional processes
• Experience working in a matrix organization with multiple stakeholders
• Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Track record of building and maintaining strong cross‑functional partnerships

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Compensation

Minimum Pay: $90,500

Maximum Pay: $155,000

Compensation Disclosure: The compensation range reflects potential base salary for the role. Actual compensation is determined based on a wide array of relevant factors including market considerations, business needs, and an individual’s location, skills, level of experience, and qualifications.