Workday HCM Analyst

Altasciences; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave

Employee Assistance & Telehealth

Job summary

Altasciences in Overland Park, KS, is seeking a Workday HCM Analyst to serve as SME for Absence and Time Tracking modules, configuring processes, rules, and security within HR systems. You will implement upgrades, support data governance, and deliver scalable Workday solutions across HR operations.

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree and 3–5+ years of Workday experience, with certifications a plus. English communication essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, IS, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5+ years of experience in a Workday Analyst role.
• Workday certifications are an asset.
• Strong understanding of Workday HCM architecture, processes, and configuration principles.
• Experience with Workday reporting (standard, advanced, calculated fields).
• Knowledge of HR data governance, controls, and audit considerations.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail and data quality.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Customer-focused with a continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for assigned Workday Time Tracking and Absence Modules and any possible additional ones.
• Configure and maintain Workday business processes, eligibility rules, validations, calculated fields, condition rules, and security roles within HCM scope.
• Translate business needs (HR Ops, COEs, Payroll, IT) into scalable Workday solutions.
• Ensure system configuration aligns with business requirements, policies, and data governance standards.
• Perform impact analysis for configuration changes and ensure downstream process integrity.
• Manage intake, clarify scope and success criteria, communicate status/risks/dependencies, and deliver on time and in scope for small/mid initiatives.
• Participate in Workday’s semi-annual releases: review notes, assess impacts, recommend and implement value-add features.
• Identify opportunities to simplify processes, automate manual work, and improve user experience and data quality.
• Safeguard data quality and privacy across HCM; support audits and control requirements.
• Plan and execute unit/regression/UAT; maintain test evidence and change documentation.
• Build and maintain operational reports/dashboards within HCM scope; ensure accurate interpretation and actionable insights.
• Identify trends or data quality issues and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Workday Time Tracking

HCM Configuration

Process Optimization

Data Governance

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree (HR/IS)

Tools

Workday Reporting

Workday Security

Calculated Fields

Job description

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About The Role

The Workday HCM Analyst serves as a subject matter expert (SME) for assigned Workday Absence and Time tracking modules. This role is responsible for the configuration, maintenance, optimization, and support of Workday HCM to enable accurate data, efficient processes, and excellent user experience.

What You'll Do Here

• Serve as SME for assigned Workday Time Tracking and Absence Modules and any possible additional ones.

• Configure and maintain Workday business processes, eligibility rules, validations, calculated fields, condition rules, and security roles within HCM scope.

• Translate business needs (HR Ops, COEs, Payroll, IT) into scalable Workday solutions.

• Ensure system configuration aligns with business requirements, policies, and data governance standards.

• Perform impact analysis for configuration changes and ensure downstream process integrity.

• Manage intake, clarify scope and success criteria, communicate status/risks/dependencies, and deliver on time and in scope for small/mid initiatives.

• Participate in Workday’s semi-annual releases: review notes, assess impacts, recommend and implement value-add features.

• Identify opportunities to simplify processes, automate manual work, and improve user experience and data quality.

• Safeguard data quality and privacy across HCM; support audits and control requirements.

• Plan and execute unit/regression/UAT; maintain test evidence and change documentation.

• Build and maintain operational reports/dashboards within HCM scope; ensure accurate interpretation and actionable insights.

• Identify trends or data quality issues and recommend corrective actions.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• 3-5+ years of experience in an Workday Analyst role

• Workday certifications an asset

• Strong understanding of Workday HCM architecture, business processes, and configuration principles

• Experience with Workday reporting (standard, advanced, calculated fields)

• Knowledge of HR data governance, controls, and audit considerations

• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts in a clear, concise, and audience-appropriate manner

• Analytical mindset with strong problem‑solving abilities

• High attention to detail and commitment to data quality

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment

• Customer‑focused with a continuous improvement mindset

Altasciences strives to provide a French working environment for its employees in Quebec. Although as part of its francization program has taken all reasonable steps to avoid imposing the above-mentioned requirement.

Fluency in English is an essential requirement for the position of Workday HCM Analyst including, but not limited to, for the following reasons:

• The employee communicates frequently with Altasciences employees and vendors across Canada and the United States. As such, English is the main language used to correspond between offices.

What We Offer:

The pay range estimated for this position is $75,000 - $100 000. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, prior relevant experience, skills, education, certification, location as well as internal equity and market data.

Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work.

Altasciences' Benefits Package Includes:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

• 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match

• Paid Vacation and Holidays

• Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave

• Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs

Altasciences' Incentive Programs Include:

• Training & Development Programs

• Employee Referral Bonus Program

• Annual Performance Review

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Altasciences is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or any other protected grounds under applicable legislation. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities during the recruitment process are available upon request. Join us at Altasciences!