Workday HRIS Business Systems Analyst

Job#: 3043712

Job Description:

Workday HRIS Business Systems Analyst

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Schedule: Hybrid (3 days onsite per week)

Type: Contract-to-Hire

To apply, please send your resume to [email protected]

About Our Client

Our client is a leading organization delivering essential services and innovative solutions across North America. With a strong commitment to operational excellence and technology-driven transformation, they support a large and diverse workforce through modern HR technology solutions.

Position Summary

We are seeking multiple Workday HRIS Business Systems Analysts to support a recently implemented Workday environment. These individuals will play a key role in post-go-live support, hypercare, system enhancements, reporting, configuration, testing, maintenance, and ongoing optimization efforts.

The team is hiring analysts to support one of several functional areas, including Core HCM, Payroll, or Time & Attendance, depending on experience and business needs. This role bridges the gap between business stakeholders and technical teams by translating business requirements into system solutions, supporting ongoing enhancements, and helping drive the long-term success of the Workday platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather, document, and analyze business and system requirements.
• Translate functional business needs into technical system solutions and configurations.
• Configure, maintain, and enhance Workday and related HR systems.
• Troubleshoot system issues, identify root causes, and recommend solutions.
• Develop functional specifications and support testing, training, and implementation activities.
• Partner with HR, Payroll, and business stakeholders to optimize processes and improve system performance.
• Support system upgrades, integrations, data conversions, and enhancement projects.
• Create, maintain, and troubleshoot reports, dashboards, and analytics.
• Develop testing and audit procedures to ensure data quality and system integrity.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation.
• Collaborate with internal teams and third-party vendors to deliver effective solutions.
• Provide ongoing system administration, maintenance, and user support.
• Participate in cross-functional initiatives and special projects as needed.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of hands-on Workday experience.
• Experience supporting HRIS, HCM, Payroll, and/or Time & Attendance systems.
• Experience supporting Workday in a post-implementation or operational environment.
• Experience gathering requirements and partnering directly with business stakeholders.
• Experience supporting system enhancements, upgrades, and ongoing maintenance.
• Workday implementation experience strongly preferred.

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of Workday functionality and HR business processes.
• Experience with HR data analytics, reporting, and dashboards.
• Experience with functional-to-technical mapping and requirements translation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Experience with system configuration, testing, troubleshooting, and support.
• Knowledge of integrations, data structures, business processes, and system workflows.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to non-technical users.
• Experience working with third-party vendors and implementation partners.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related business applications.

Preferred Experience

Candidates should have experience supporting one or more of the following Workday modules:

Core HCM

• Employee lifecycle management
• Recruiting and onboarding
• Compensation and performance management
• Organizational management

Payroll

• Payroll processing and payroll operations
• Payroll configuration and reporting
• Payroll compliance and integrations

Time & Attendance

• Time tracking and workforce management
• Scheduling and attendance solutions
• Labor management processes
• Timekeeping configuration and support

Additional Details

• Hybrid role based in Downtown Milwaukee (3 days onsite per week)
• Multiple openings available supporting different Workday functional areas
• Opportunity to join a growing team focused on enhancing and optimizing a recently implemented Workday platform

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

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Employee Type:

Contract

Location:

Milwaukee, WI, US

Job Type:

Applications and Data Management

Date Posted:

July 24, 2026

Pay Range:

$40 - $50 per hour

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