HRIS Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

NOTE: This is a full-time position and is on-site at our corporate headquarters in Franklin, TN 5 days a week. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Job Summary: The HRIS Analyst is responsible for the administration, optimization, and ongoing support of the Workday Human Resources Information System (HRIS). This role serves as both a technical and functional subject matter expert, supporting HR operations through system configuration, reporting, integrations, and dashboard development. The HRIS Analyst ensures data integrity, enhances system functionality, and drives continuous improvement across HR technology platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

HRIS Administration & Workday Expertise:

• Serve as the primary administrator and subject matter expert for Workday.
• Configure, maintain, and optimize Workday modules such as HCM, Benefits, Compensation, Talent, and Time Tracking.
• Ensure system functionality aligns with business processes and organizational needs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues, partnering with Workday support as needed.
• Design, build, and maintain Workday dashboards, reports, and analytics tools.
• Develop custom reports, including advanced, matrix, and composite reports, to support HR and business leadership.
• Translate business needs into actionable data insights and visualizations.
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across all reporting outputs.

Integrations & Data Management:

• Manage and support Workday integrations with internal and external systems such as payroll, benefits vendors, and third-party applications.
• Monitor integration performance and troubleshoot errors or failures.
• Partner with IT and vendors on system updates, enhancements, and data flows, including EIBs, APIs, and related integration tools.
• Maintain data integrity through audits, validation processes, and system controls.
• Develop and enforce HRIS data standards, governance practices, and documentation.
• Support data migration, imports/exports, and system conversions.

Process Improvement & Optimization:

• Identify opportunities to streamline HR processes through automation and system enhancements.
• Support Workday releases, testing cycles, and implementation of new functionality.
• Recommend system and process improvements to enhance user experience and efficiency.
• Partner with HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT to support system-related initiatives.
• Act as a liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams.
• Support audits, compliance reporting, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of HRIS experience, with hands-on Workday administration.
• Demonstrated expertise in Workday configuration, reporting, and integrations.
• Experience supporting multiple HR functional areas such as Benefits, Compensation, and Talent.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• High level of discretion in handling sensitive and confidential data.