Workday (HCM) Integration SME

Key Responsibilities

Integration & Technical Support

1. Serve as the primary support resource for Workday integrations, including EIB, Studio, and Core Connectors.
2. Maintain and enhance inbound/outbound data exchanges with vendors (Payroll, Benefits, Time, GL, Tax, Learning, etc.).
3. Troubleshoot integration errors and coordinate resolution across HR, Payroll, and IT.
4. Maintain data integrity, perform audits, and document integration changes.

Payroll (U.S. and U.K.)

1. Support configuration and validation of Payroll components for U.S. and U.K. populations.
2. Perform payroll testing, gross-to-net reconciliation, and off-cycle validation.
3. Manage PECI and Cloud Connect integrations for Payroll and Benefits.
4. Partner with Payroll Operations to ensure accurate and timely pay cycles.

HCM, Absence, Compensation, Performance & Talent

1. Configure and maintain Absence Management (eligibility, accruals, time-off plans).
2. Support Advanced Compensation cycles (bonus, merit, stock) and compensation statements.
3. Manage Performance & Talent processes, including goal setting, reviews, and succession planning.
4. Provide ongoing issue resolution and continuous improvement of HCM business processes.

Learning & Development

1. Administer Workday Learning, including content setup, campaigns, and user access.
2. Partner with stakeholders to manage compliance learning and employee development initiatives.
3. Ensure content consistency, completion tracking, and reporting accuracy.

Workday Release Management & Testing

1. Participate in quarterly release readiness activities (impact analysis, validation testing).
2. Maintain test scripts, regression testing documentation, and defect tracking logs.
3. Support Workday Test Automation (WTA) or other testing tools as applicable.
4. Coordinate with the Senior Analyst to evaluate new functionality and recommend adoption strategies.

Qualifications

1. 3–6 years of progressive Workday experience spanning multiple modules (Integrations, Payroll, HCM, Compensation, Learning, etc.).
2. Hands-on experience with Workday Studio, EIB, and Core Connectors.
3. Strong understanding of Payroll (U.S./U.K.) configuration, HCM business processes, and Absence/Compensation frameworks.
4. Experience supporting Workday Learning and quarterly release management cycles.
5. Workday certifications in Integration, HCM, Payroll, or Learning preferred.
6. Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.