Workday Functional Analyst

Gannett Fleming, Inc.; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); Remote; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/Remote work options

Comprehensive benefits package (health

401(k) savings plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Incentive compensation

Job summary

GFT is seeking a Workday Functional Analyst to join our IT Services Team on a remote work schedule. This role is open to candidates located in the United States and willing to travel occasionally.

You will partner with Human Resources to configure, test, and optimize Workday HCM, focusing on Core HCM, Recruiting, Talent and Performance, and Reporting, delivering accurate data and a strong employee experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in HR, IS, business, or related field.
• 3-5 years of Workday HCM experience in a functional role.
• Hands-on experience configuring Workday Core HCM and Recruiting, including business process configuration, security, notifications, and reporting.
• Experience analyzing system behavior and troubleshooting configuration issues with root-cause analysis.
• Experience creating Workday reports (advanced, matrix, composite preferred).
• Strong understanding of HR processes and data structures.
• Ability to gather and clarify requirements and propose scalable Workday solutions.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Curiosity, critical thinking, and initiative to research issues with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Configure, maintain, and support Workday HCM modules such as Core HCM, Recruiting, Talent and Performance, and Reporting.
• Collaborate on innovative solutions that align with Workday HCM functionality and best practices.
• Design, configure, and optimize Workday business processes across Core HCM and Recruiting.
• Configure and troubleshoot Workday notifications, inbox tasks, and related business processes.
• Design, build, and maintain custom reports, calculated fields, and dashboards.
• Troubleshoot complex Workday configuration and process issues with root-cause analysis.
• Partner with HR and stakeholders to understand needs and design scalable Workday solutions.
• Support testing for Workday updates, releases, and new configurations.
• Maintain system documentation, configuration guides, and process workflows.
• Assist with data audits, validations, and compliance activities.
• Participate in Workday biannual releases by reviewing features and implementing enhancements.

Skills

Workday HCM experience

Functional HRIS analyst

Requirements gathering

Stakeholder communication

Troubleshooting Workday

Reporting in Workday

HR process understanding

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business, or related field

Tools

Workday Core HCM

Workday Recruiting

Workday Reporting

Workday Security configuration

Job description

GFT is seeking a Workday Functional Analystto join our IT Services Team! This role follows a remote work schedule. Candidates must be located in the United States and willing to travel occassionally.

The GFT Strategic Services team, which includes Human Resources, Legal,Accounting & Finance, Office Operations, IT Services and Marketing & Communications, are essential for managing and supporting the company's global operations.Strategic Services is part of a broader strategy to transform the business and improve efficiency. The support of this amazing team of professionals is the backbone of our ability to deliver infrastructure consulting and design services.

What you’ll be challenged to do:

We are seeking a skilled Workday Functional Analyst with hands-on experience to support, configure, and optimize our Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) platform. This role will partner closely with Human Resources to ensure Workday processes align with business needs, deliver accurate data, and provide excellent employee experience. Success in this role requires strong critical thinking skills, a desire to understand business requirements beyond the immediate request, and the ability to independently identify, evaluate, and recommend the best Workday solution.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Configure, maintain, and support Workday HCM modules such as Core HCM, Recruiting, Talent and Performance, and Reporting
• Collaborate on and provide innovative solutions that align with Workday HCM functionality and best practices
• Design, configure, and optimize Workday business processes across Core HCM and Recruiting, ensuring solutions align with business requirements, compliance needs, and Workday best practices
• Configure and troubleshoot Workday notifications, alerts, inbox tasks, and related business process functionality to support efficient user experiences and process execution
• Design, build, and maintain custom reports, calculated fields, and dashboards
• Troubleshoot complex Workday configuration and process issues, identifying root causes and recommending effective long-term solutions with minimal supervision
• Partner with HR and business stakeholders to fully understand business needs, evaluate options, and design scalable Workday solutions that balance user experience, maintainability, and system best practices
• Support testing efforts for Workday updates, releases, and new configurations
• Maintain system documentation, configuration guides, and process workflows
• Assist with data audits, validations, and compliance-related activities
• Participate in Workday biannual releases by reviewing features, evaluating impacts, and implementing enhancements

What you will bring to our firm:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3-5 years of Workday HCM experience in a functional role
• Hands-on experience configuring and supporting Workday Core HCM and Recruiting, including business process configuration, security considerations, notifications, and reporting
• Experience analyzing system behavior and troubleshooting configuration issues using a structured, root-cause-oriented approach
• Experience creating Workday reports (advanced, matrix, composite preferred)
• Strong understanding of HR processes and data structures
• Strong ability to gather and clarify requirements, challenge assumptions when appropriate, and recommend scalable Workday solutions aligned with business objectives
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Demonstrated curiosity, critical thinking, and initiative to research issues, evaluate options, and identify solutions with minimal oversight

What we prefer you bring:

• Workday HCM Certification(s)
• Experience with additional modules such as Compensation, Talent, or Learning
• Experience supporting Workday in a production enterprise environment
• Prior experience participating in Workday implementations or major enhancements

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is $100,000 - $140,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

Sponsorship not offered for this role.

Location:Mechanicsburg, PA; Valley Forge, PA; Pittsburgh, PA; Owings Mills, PA; Kansas City, MO; Chicago, IL; Dallas, TX; or Houston, TXCore Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMEmployment Status: Full-Time

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