Serve as a Subject Matter Expert for Workday HCM and Financial modules, ensuring the platform meets business and stakeholder needs.
Evaluate and present business cases for new Workday functionality and modules to senior level stakeholders.
Partner with Product Owner and stakeholders to develop a long-term Workday platform strategy aligned with organizational objectives.
Collaborate with HR, Finance, and Product team to gather, document, and translate business requirements into functional system.
Design and implement complex, multi-module Workday solutions by translating business requirements into functional specifications and configurations that optimize processes.
Establish and maintain security protocols, role-based access controls, and segregation of duties.
Monitor and enforce data governance policies and data quality standards.
Research and evaluate emerging Workday capabilities and industry trends to identify transformation opportunities and lead proof-of-concept initiatives.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, Information Technology or related field; or equivalent combination of education and hands-on experience with Workday configuration and support.
5+ years of hands-on experience with Workday HCM and Financial modules
Strong knowledge of Workday HCM and Financial modules.
Proven track record of configuring complex, multi-module Workday solutions
Demonstrated experience leading full-cycle Workday implementations or major system initiatives
Experience with Workday integrations (EIB, Core Connectors, Studio, or Cloud Connect)
Experience with business process design and optimization
Understanding of HR and Finance business processes and best practices
Experience with Workday Report Writing and Calculated Fields
Knowledge of Workday security model and role-based permissions
Experience supporting Workday through bi-annual releases

comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision coverage
TRS retirement pension plan
option to contribute to additional State of Illinois deferred compensation plans

Senior Workday Functional Analyst

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