Workday Functional Consultant (PATT)

Syssero, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Medical benefits

401k match

Flexible hours

Unlimited PTO

Remote stipend

Job summary

Syssero, Inc. is seeking a Functional Consultant to serve as a subject-matter-expert in deploying Workday solutions for multiple clients.

You will advise, design, configure, document and test to ensure timely delivery and alignment with client needs. The role covers several Workday functional areas (e.g., Core HCM, Benefits, Payroll, Absence, Time Tracking, Integrations) and requires strong consulting and analytical skills, client-facing communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects

Qualifications

• 3+ areas of Workday experience (HCM, Benefits, Payroll, Absence, Time Tracking, etc.).
• Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years related experience or training.
• Experience with Workday integrations and partner solutions is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the functional consultant on Workday projects across multiple areas.
• Research, troubleshoot, and resolve configuration issues for client deployments.
• Analyze, design, document, test, and implement Workday requirements and processes.
• Manage case queues and prioritize client issues in line with SLAs.
• Lead data requirements sessions, data conversion, testing, and end-user training.

Skills

Workday expertise

Client consulting

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Workday Studio

Web services

3rd party APIs

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Summary: The Functional Consultant will serve as a functional SME in the deployment of Workday solutions by advising, designing, configuring, documenting, and testing to ensure that issue resolution and/or projects are accomplished within the prescribed time frame and meet the specific needs of the client. A mix of consultative skills, business knowledge, technical expertise, and collaboration is needed to effectively achieve successful client results. The consultant will be a SME in at least 4 functional areas within Workday (including Payroll, Absence, and/or Time Tracking) and should be able to balance multiple clients or projects at the same time. The employee will demonstrate an overall average rating of 3 or higher in interpersonal skills defined below.

Essential Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Performs duties as the functional consultant on Workday projects, by demonstrating in-depth knowledge and expertise of several Workday functional areas, such as Core HCM, Benefits, Compensation, Talent, Absence, Time Tracking, Integrations, Security, Data Conversion, Payroll, etc.
• Work directly with clients to research, troubleshoot, and resolve configuration issues or implementation of new functionality
• Prove ability to successfully analyze, develop, implement, and document complex Workday requirements and processes
• Manage incoming case queue and maintain focus on resolving customer cases quickly and effectively in line with service level agreements
• Display expertise and experience with aspects of Workday implementation modules, including requirements gathering, fit or gap analysis, functional design documentation, user acceptance testing, training and deployment activities
• Effectively manage, prioritize and elevate client issues as required
• Possess sound analytical problem-solving and documentation skills
• Manage multiple, parallel projects using exceptional organizational and time management techniques to successfully complete tasks in a timely manner with little supervision
• Demonstrate ability to provide training and knowledge transfer on the Workday solution to clients through training sessions, development of work instructions, job aids, and other collateral
• Analyze and recommend continued process improvements, implementations best practices and system enhancements to support clients, business strategies and operational needs, including proactive review of existing implementations against industry best practices
• Lead or participate in data requirements / process design sessions, data conversion, proof-of-concept, data analysis, audit compliance, testing, end-user and training
• Provide business analysis and requirements gathering skills with proven ability to think outside the box and find solutions to complex business problems
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills, delivering to internal team, functional and management audiences, as well as to external clients
• Display practical experience gained on Workday implementation projects or Workday end user experience
• Proven ability of strong analytical mindset and usage of analytics and reporting tools (e.g. pivot tables)
• Demonstrate ability to proactively and effectively forecast client workload for resource planning, as well as timely completion of forecasts and weekly timesheets
• Demonstrate ability to set, manage, and meet expectations and deadlines, internally and with clients
• Understand the importance of client satisfaction and apply it in the process of servicing the client
• Determine client needs
• Display strong consulting skills, handling customer expectations

Requirements:

• Functional Workday Experience: 3+ areas of experience in HCM, Benefits, Recruiting, Talent, Learning, Payroll, Compensation, Advanced Compensation, Time Tracking, Absence, etc. (preferably Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking)
• Education and experience: Bachelor’s degree from four-year College or university, 3-5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Workday Environment Experience: 5+ environments
• Years of Workday Experience: 3+ years
• Workday Implementation Experience: 2+ years
• Workday Experience: Applied experience with partner solutions and follow documentation (ex, HireRight, SSO), Workday Studio as well as work with Web services and 3rd party API’s within Workday
• Work authorization/security clearance requirements: Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Physical demands: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Travel required: <25% travel. Regular travel consists of at minimum two, in-person, all staff events, one of which is required to attend in person. The location of these will vary depending on agenda, number of staff, and the ultimate goal of the event. Travel will be overnight for multiple nights. In addition, there may be client-related travel or other Syssero related travel as needed. All arrangements are company paid.
• Other duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

What we bring to the table:

Besides all the awesome benefits and perks that we offer – we also take pride in being an employee-focused business with a unique culture that reflects our commitment to transparency and true work-life balance. We have created an environment where employees can thrive both professionally and personally because we also care about you and your families. Embracing diversity and inclusivity, we prioritize a supportive workplace where everyone’s contributions are valued and celebrated.

• Competitive Base Salary & bonus
• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401k match
• Flexible work time
• Unlimited PTO and 12 floating holidays
• 100% remote
• Annual fixed stipend to purchase what you need for your remote set up
• $80 per pay period for cell and internet allowance
• Learning and development plan
• Work environment 100% remote

Affirmative Action/EEO statement Syssero is an equal-opportunity employer. At Syssero, we don’t just accept differences - we celebrate them, support them, and thrive on having them for the benefit of our employees, our services, and our community. Employment at Syssero is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Syssero does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law. It is Syssero policy to comply with all applicable national, state, and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. The Company's EEO policy, as well as its affirmative action obligations, includes the full and complete support of the Company, including its Chief Empowerment Officer. Because it's just the right thing to do.