Workday HCM Configuration Specialist

Systems Accountants; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Accountants is seeking a Workday HCM Configuration Specialist to drive configuration across core Workday HCM modules from our Charlotte, NC area. The role partners with HR and Payroll to translate requirements into scalable Workday solutions, while supporting ongoing releases and maintaining reports and dashboards.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of hands-on Workday HCM experience, strong Core HR knowledge plus two additional modules, and expert reporting and security skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on Workday HCM configuration experience.
• Strong working knowledge of Core HR and at least two additional modules (Recruiting, Compensation, Benefits, Talent & Performance, Absence, or Time Tracking).
• Solid Workday reporting skills — Advanced and Composite reports at minimum.
• Deep understanding of Workday security framework and business process configuration.
• A contractor's mindset — you hit the ground running and deliver without hand-holding.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with HR and technical teams.
• Ability to work hybrid from our Charlotte, NC office.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day configuration across core Workday HCM modules including business processes, rules, notifications, approvals, and security roles.
• Partner with HR, Payroll, and stakeholders to translate requirements into clean Workday solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues quickly; be the go-to person when something isn’t working.
• Support the upcoming Workday bi-annual release — assess impact, test features, and deploy updates.
• Build and maintain Workday reports and dashboards to keep stakeholders informed.
• Document configurations, update process maps, and keep the knowledge base current.
• Contribute to active HR technology projects and enhancements through engagements.

Skills

Workday HCM

Core HR

HR Modules (2+)

Advanced Reports

Workday Security

Contractor Mindset

Communication

Hybrid in Charlotte

Tools

Workday EIB

Core Connector

Job description

The Opportunity

Our Financial Services client is looking for a Workday HCM Configuration Specialist to assist in the configuration of their Core HCM Workday platform.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Own day-to-day configuration across core Workday HCM modules — business processes, condition rules, notifications, approval workflows, and security roles
• Partner with HR, Payroll, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into clean, scalable Workday solutions
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues quickly and effectively — you’re the go-to person when something isn’t working
• Support the upcoming Workday bi-annual release — assess impact, test features, and deploy updates
• Build and maintain Workday reports and dashboards to keep stakeholders informed and empowered
• Document configurations, update process maps, and keep the knowledge base current
• Contribute to active HR technology projects and enhancements throughout the engagements

What You Bring

• 3+ years of hands-on Workday HCM configuration experience — this is non-negotiable
• Strong working knowledge of Core HR, and proficiency in at least two additional modules (Recruiting, Compensation, Benefits, Talent & Performance, Absence, or Time Tracking)
• Solid Workday reporting skills — Advanced and Composite reports at minimum
• Deep understanding of Workday security framework and business process configuration
• A contractor's mindset — you hit the ground running, ask the right questions, and deliver without needing hand-holding
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with HR and technical teams
• Ability to work hybrid from our Charlotte, NC office

Nice to Haves

• Workday HCM Pro certification
• Experience with EIB or Core Connector integration
• Prior experience in financial services, healthcare, or another regulated industries

The Details

• Type: Contract — 6 months initial term, extension highly likely
• Location: Hybrid — Charlotte, NC
• Start: ASAP
• Rate: Competitive, commensurate with experience