Lead configuration, optimization, reporting, and support for Workday HCM, Payroll, and related modules to power HR and payroll processes at Gusto. Requires 5-7 years of hands-on Workday experience, advanced knowledge of security, business processes, and reporting, plus a bachelor's degree.
128k – 193k/yr
Hybrid5+ YOEOther
About the role
Workday Configuration & Enhancements
Lead configuration of Workday modules (e.g., Payroll, Absence, Time Tracking, HCM, Talent, Compensation) on complex business requirements, applying in-depth evaluation to determine optimal approaches.
Architect and guide development of Workday Business Processes, calculated fields, condition rules, and security roles; exercise judgment in selecting methods and techniques on new assignments.
Lead evaluation and adoption of new features with each Workday release; identify creative solutions and guide policy development for optimization across modules.
Reporting & Analytics
Develop and own advanced, matrix, composite, and dashboard reports in Workday; apply in-depth analytical judgment to surface actionable workforce insights for senior stakeholders.
Drive data quality and integrity standards across Workday and connected systems; provide in-depth analytical insights to inform workforce decisions and cross-functional planning.
Own audit readiness through proactive reporting, documentation, and control frameworks; determine appropriate methods independently.
Testing & Quality Assurance
Design and lead test strategies including test plans, scripts, and UAT coordination; exercise independent judgment in defining testing approaches and resolving complex issues.
Lead regression and functional testing for biannual Workday releases; determine procedures and guide team approach to ensure quality and business continuity.
Collaboration & Support
Network with key contacts across functions; adapt communication style to diverse audiences and frequently advise others—including senior partners—on complex Workday matters, using persuasion and judgment to drive alignment.
Provide expert-level Workday system support; independently diagnose and resolve complex issues, and develop scalable solutions that prevent recurrence.
Mentor and upskill team members and key users on Workday functionality; act as an internal subject matter authority on system capabilities and best practices.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, HR Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
5-7 years of hands-on Workday analyst or configuration experience.
Advanced, wide-ranging knowledge of Workday security, business processes, reporting, and calculated fields; proven ability to independently determine methods and techniques on new, complex assignments.
Demonstrated ability to work on complex, ambiguous issues requiring in-depth evaluation; exercises independent judgment in selecting approaches, with work reviewed upon completion rather than in progress.
Preferred Qualifications
Workday certifications (Payroll, Absence, HCM, Benefits, Time Tracking, Reporting).
Experience in HR, payroll, benefits, or related domains.
Experience working in an agile environment; track record of guiding new policy development and mentoring junior team members on system best practices.
Skills
Workdayworkday hcmworkday payrollworkday absenceworkday time trackingworkday talentworkday compensationworkday securityworkday business processescalculated fieldsworkday reportingmatrix reportscomposite reportsDashboardsuat
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