Workday Analyst

Role: Workday Configuration Analyst – Advanced Compensation (SME / Architect Level)Location: Remotecandidate must bring deep configuration expertise and the ability to execute complex compensation cycles independently within Workday.Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly specialized Workday Analyst with deep expertise in Core and Advanced Compensation. This role is focused on hands-on configuration and execution, not leadership oversight. The ideal candidate will function as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), driving end-to-end compensation processes within Workday, including complex global compensation cycles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end configuration and execution of Workday Advanced Compensation processes
• Architect and manage global merit, bonus, and equity cycles within Workday
• Configure compensation plans, eligibility rules, budgets, guidelines, and allocations
• Design and implement complex compensation frameworks aligned with business needs
• Perform hands-on system configuration, testing, and deployment (no functional-only oversight)
• Partner with HR, Finance, and business stakeholders to ensure accurate compensation delivery
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues during compensation cycles, ensuring data accuracy and system performance
• Support compensation cycle planning, execution, and post-cycle analysis
• Maintain and enhance Workday compensation configurations and best practices
• Ensure compliance with global compensation policies and governance

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience in Workday, with strong focus on Core & Advanced Compensation
• Proven hands-on experience configuring and executing global compensation cycles (merit, bonus, equity)
• Deep expertise in Workday Advanced Compensation module (budgets, guidelines, plans, worksheets)
• Experience operating at Principal / SME / Architect level in compensation delivery
• Strong understanding of compensation frameworks, salary planning, and incentive structures
• Ability to handle complex, global compensation environments
• Experience in system testing, validation, and production support
• Excellent stakeholder communication and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Workday Advanced Compensation Certification
• Experience with Workday integrations and reporting (compensation reports, dashboards)
• Exposure to global HR systems and processes
• Prior experience in large-scale enterprise environments