Sr. Workday Analyst - Time & Benefits

Burlington Stores; Burlington (NJ); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) plan

Associate discount

Job summary

Burlington Stores is seeking a Sr. HR Systems Analyst to lead Workday Benefits and Time configurations and drive scalable integrations.

You will partner with HR and Total Rewards to translate business needs into configured Workday solutions, improving data integrity, efficiency, and operational visibility. The role requires 5+ years HR technology, Workday configuration experience, Pro Certification preferred, and a hybrid schedule at corporate HQ.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, IT, or related field.
• 5+ years HR technology experience.
• Workday configuration experience with complex eligibility rules.
• Advanced Excel and project management fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Lead Workday configuration and enhancement projects from requirements gathering through design, testing, deployment and post-production support.
• Translate business needs into scalable Workday configurations and integrations.
• Manage partnerships with Workday/3rd party consultants and internal IT teams to deliver solutions.
• Ensure data integrity, validation, and compliance with design standards.
• Provide consultation to HR and Total Rewards stakeholders and present to senior leaders.

Skills

Workday configuration

HR technology

Data integrity

Analytical thinking

Project management

Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/IT/business

Tools

EIB loads

Workday Community

Job description

Position OverviewThe Sr. HR Systems Analyst will primarily support the Workday Benefits and Time configurations, including vendor data integration, while driving improvements to capabilities supporting our Total Rewards Center of Excellence.This individual will serve as a technical expert in Workday, helping shape the long-term direction, design standards, and roadmap for Benefits, Time Tracking, Absence, Leaves, and related capabilities. They will partner with HR and Total Rewards stakeholders to understand business needs, translate requirements into configured Workday solutions, and recommend improvements that strengthen process efficiency, data integrity, operational visibility, and scalable standard integrations.A Day in the LifeFunctional Area/Subject Matter ExpertiseServe as a Workday functional and technical subject matter expert for Benefits, Time Tracking, Absence, and Leaves, providing consultation on configuration, process design, data integrity, releases, and best practicesTranslate business requirements and operational needs into scalable Workday configurations, eligibility rules, business processes, validation logic, and integrations that support accurate and efficient administrationConsultation and Project LeadershipBuild relationships with and present to multiple levels within the organization, including senior leadersLead Workday configuration and enhancement projects from requirements gathering through design, testing, deployment, and post-production support, ensuring solutions are operationally sound, compliant, and aligned to business needsManage partnerships with Workday/3rd party consultants and internal IT teams to impact projects and provide solutions to meet specified requirementsTechnical CapabilityConfigure, maintain, and support Workday Benefits, Time Tracking, Absence, Leave, and related HCM functionality, including eligibility, enrollment, time entry, absence plans, leave processes, calendars, calculations, notifications, and business process configurationApply strong technical judgment to troubleshoot configuration, integration, and data issues, validate results through testing, and ensure solutions are reliable and aligned to Workday design standardsMaintain deep knowledge of functional topics and emerging platform capabilities through Workday Community, release reviews, training, research, and industry best practices.You'll Come WithBachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from an accredited college or university, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Degree in Human Resources, Information Technology, or Business-related field preferredAt least five years HR technology experience, with at least half of that directly in an analyst rolePrevious Workday configuration experience required; success creating complex eligibility and/or validation rulesAt least one Workday Pro Certification (HCM, Reporting, Advanced Reporting, etc.) preferredConsultative nature with functional knowledge of core HCM data management, technical knowledge of EIB loads, and experience with standard testing proceduresAdvanced Excel skills and successful execution of project management fundamentalsMust have excellent time management skills in projecting timelines and meeting deadlinesExercises considerable judgment and discretion in preparing and handling information of a sensitive natureMust be resourceful and have a customer-focused and solutions-oriented attitudeHybrid Work Model: This position is based out of our Corporate Headquarters and follows a hybrid schedule. Current in-office expectations are Wednesdays and Thursdays on a WEEKLY basis, subject to change based on business needs.Relocation Assistance: Relocation support for non-local candidates may be available and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.#LI-KG2Come join our team. You’re going to like it here!You will enjoy competitive wages, flexible hours, and an associate discount. Burlington’s benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance. Full-time associates are also eligible for paid time off, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan.We are a rapidly growing brand and provide a variety of training and development opportunities so our associates can grow with us. Our teams work hard and have fun together! Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day. Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversityIndividual pay decisions will be based on a variety of factors, such as but not limited to, qualifications, education, job-related skills, relevant experience, and geographic location.Compensation Range: $95,000.00 - $125,000.00