Workday HCM Consultant () - 100% Remote

Summary: The Workday Functional Analyst HCM & Benefits role focuses on providing business process support and functional optimization for Workday systems, particularly in the areas of hiring, onboarding, and benefits enrollment. The position requires hands-on troubleshooting and configuration alignment to enhance HR workflows. The ideal candidate will assist HR staff in navigating new processes and ensure data accuracy across modules. This is a contract position with a duration of 6 months, preferably for candidates local to Austin, TX.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide hands-on support for Workday business processes including hiring, onboarding, compensation changes, and benefits enrollment
• Troubleshoot workflow issues and ensure tasks are routing correctly across departments
• Assist HR staff and managers with navigating new processes and understanding system logic
• Monitor system usage and feedback to identify areas for improvement or reconfiguration
• Conduct gap analyses between legacy processes and Workday functionality
• Document and implement approved changes to Workday configurations
• Ensure alignment between Workday configurations and existing HR workflows
• Support annual processes such as open enrollment, merit increases, and position budgeting
• Validate data accuracy across modules and support data clean-up efforts
• Create and maintain custom reports and dashboards for HR leadership

Key Skills:

• Experience with Workday HCM and Benefits modules
• Strong understanding of HR processes and workflows
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve system issues
• Excellent documentation and communication skills
• Experience in data validation and reporting
• Analytical skills for gap analysis and process improvement

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: USA

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other