Workday - Techno-Functional Analyst

Description

We are looking for an experienced Workday - Techno-Functional Analyst to provide end-to-end support for a nonprofit organization's Workday platform in the eastern time zone. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who can combine hands-on system administration with functional guidance across HCM and Financials while helping teams get the most value from the platform. The role will partner closely with HR, Finance, operations, and technical stakeholders to strengthen system performance, improve processes, and support ongoing enhancements.

Responsibilities:

Take primary responsibility for the organization's Workday environment, building a strong understanding of current configurations, business rules, security setup, reporting framework, and integration design.

Analyze existing implementation decisions and system documentation to identify gaps, recommend improvements, and support a stable post-go-live operating model.

Provide functional and technical support across Workday HCM areas such as core HR, compensation, benefits, talent, performance, recruiting, and payroll coordination.

Support Workday Financial Management processes including general ledger, accounts payable, procurement, expense management, budgeting coordination, and financial reporting.

Define and maintain a structured enhancement roadmap, translating business priorities into actionable plans, timelines, and measurable deliverables.

Lead discussions with business stakeholders to gather requirements, evaluate requests, and prioritize initiatives that align with organizational goals.

Review workflows to uncover opportunities for automation, efficiency, and better user adoption, then implement improvements based on Workday best practices.

Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and calculated fields while promoting data accuracy, consistency, and governance across the platform.

Investigate integration issues, coordinate with internal IT teams and external partners, and support updates involving connected third-party systems.

Serve as the link between business teams and technical resources, helping drive optimization efforts and maximizing the organization's long-term return on its Workday investment.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience supporting and optimizing Workday environments in a functional or techno-functional capacity.
Proven knowledge of both Workday HCM and Workday Financial Management modules.
Experience working with organizations in the period following a Workday implementation, including stabilization and enhancement efforts.
Strong understanding of Workday configuration, business processes, security model, reporting tools, and system administration.
Demonstrated ability to manage enhancement roadmaps, coordinate multiple initiatives, and deliver system improvements successfully.
Experience translating business needs into clear functional solutions and business requirement documentation.
Familiarity with configuration management practices and collaboration across business, IT, and vendor teams.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to support both strategic planning and day-to-day execution.

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