Workday Configuration Specialist & Administrator (Chicago or NYC)
Company: GCM Grosvenor
Location: Chicago
Posted on: October 20, 2024
Job Description:
SUMMARY
We are seeking a certified Workday Configuration Specialist and
Administrator to join our Human Resources team. As the internal
subject matter expert on Workday, the ideal candidate will have
extensive experience in Workday implementation, configuration, and
administration, with a strong focus on Workday Payroll and HRIS. In
addition to managing all activities related to design,
configuration, testing, data validation, and deploying new Workday
features, this role will also manage data analytics, including the
creation of dashboards and supporting data requests.
This role will serve as a consultative partner to the HR Centers of
Excellence in service delivery and provide technical support to end
users by troubleshooting issues.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The individual will be involved in the following critical
activities:
- Lead and manage the design, configuration, implementation and
maintenance of Workday Payroll, HRIS system and other HRIS
Technology solutions (e.g., Greenhouse, 15Five).
- Configure Workday system settings, including business
processes, security, and integrations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional partners to gather and
analyze requirements, ensuring the system meets business
needs.
- Maintain and support the ongoing administration of the Workday
platform.
- Troubleshoot and resolve system issues, providing user support
and training as needed.
- Ensure system compliance with company policies and industry
standards.
- Work with Audit teams to ensure all key controls are
met.
- Serve as a key part of our Workday payroll integration project.
Implement and maintain payroll integrations and
configurations.
- Oversee data analytics functions, creating and maintaining
dashboards and reports.
- Support data requests from various departments, ensuring data
accuracy and relevance.
- Utilize Workday reporting tools to deliver actionable insights
to stakeholders.
EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
The ideal experience and critical competencies for the role include
the following:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Information Technology,
Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
- Workday HCM Certification is required.
- At least 3 years of extensive Workday HCM Technical
experience.
- Proven experience in Workday design, configuration,
implementation and administration.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Workday business process framework,
calculated fields, configurable security and advanced
reporting.
- Strong expertise in Workday payroll, including payroll
processing and compliance.
- Experience with data analytics, dashboard creation, and
reporting within Workday.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to
detail.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the
ability to be confidential and collaborate effectively with
colleagues at all levels across the organization.
- Ability to listen effectively and actively engage team members,
identifying opportunities for enhancements/optimization and
articulating these opportunities to stakeholders.
- Familiarity with additional Workday modules (e.g., HCM,
Finance).
- Experience in project management or leading Workday
projects.
- Advanced proficiency in Workday reporting tools and data
visualization techniques.
- Candidates should be able to work independently as well as part
of a team.
- This position may require occasional travel for training and
conferences.
In terms of cultural fit, the successful candidate will be
self-motivated and energized by working amongst a group of
thoughtful, smart and successful colleagues. He or she will enjoy
being part of an organization focused on excellence and will be a
naturally collaborative person who enjoys interacting with
individuals at all levels. Additionally, he or she will be a strong
team player with a proactive approach and the ability to exercise
discretion and judgment.
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Keywords: GCM Grosvenor, Lombard , Workday Configuration Specialist & Administrator (Chicago or NYC), Other , Chicago, Illinois
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