HRIS Workday Functional Analyst

Title: HRIS Workday Functional Analyst

Location: Germantown, MD or DISH headquarters in Englewood, CO

12 Months

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Job Description

Exciting opportunity for a
Contractor - HRIS Workday Systems Analyst

. This position sits within our Human Resources team and will be a key resource as we harmonize our HCM systems over the next twelve months This position can be located at either the Hughes headquarters in
Germantown, MD

or DISH headquarters in
Englewood, CO.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the functional consultant for Workday initiatives, demonstrating deep expertise in several Workday modules: Core HCM, Compensation, Advanced Compensation, Benefits, Talent, Security.
• Design, test, and implement changes to Workday business processes, security roles, and workflows based on evolving HR and business needs.
• Participate in requirement gathering sessions, fit/gap analysis, functional documentation, proof-of-concept builds, user acceptance testing, and deployments.
• Recommend and implement configuration enhancements aligned with best practices and compliance standards.
• Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve complex configuration and functional issues.
• Provide guidance and knowledge transfer through training sessions, job aids, and documentation for both HR and technical users.
• Collaborate with IT and Payroll to identify and resolve technical issues impacting HR transactions and payroll processing.
• Validate and reconcile data between Workday and SAP during bi-weekly payroll cycles, addressing discrepancies proactively.
• Ensure compliant and timely processing of employee data, including auditing records for accuracy and legal adherence.
• Create, edit, and maintain Workday reports, dashboards, and analytics for HR functions (Benefits, Compensation, Training, etc.).
• Leverage reporting tools and Excel (e.g., pivot tables, lookups) to support audits, analysis, and decision-making.
• Participate in regular Workday system maintenance, including testing of patches, weekly enhancements, and major bi-annual upgrades.
• Provide day-to-day system monitoring, support, and resolution of user-reported issues via ticketing/case systems.
• Support end-users and HR super users by delivering hands-on support, training, and troubleshooting assistance.
• Stay current with new Workday features/releases and evaluate their applicability to the business.
• Act as liaison between business stakeholders, HR, IT, and third-party vendors to ensure seamless coordination.
• Provide timely updates and manage expectations with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in strategic planning to improve HRIS functionality, user experience, and operational efficiency.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree (Information Systems, Information Technology and/or related fields is preferred)
• 3+ years of HRIS Experience
• Prior experience with Workday (HCM, Benefits and Compensation, Talent & Performance Management)
• Ability to independently manage system issues, prioritize requests, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with ability to handle multiple parallel projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Workday implementation(s)
• Prior experience with SAP HR/Payroll Software
• Strong analytical skills and thought processes
• Prior experience with data integrity analytics, reporting, and system control practices
• Demonstrated knowledge of overall Human Resources, Compensation and/or Benefits
• Possess an organizational mindset and the ability to provide quick follow-through on project goals
• Strong understanding of Workday's HCM modules, including Core HR, Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, and more.
• Experience with system testing, troubleshooting, and data validation to ensure Workday configurations meet business requirements.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate complex business requirements into system solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients and cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of Workday integrations and experience working with integration teams is a plus.