What are the responsibilities and job description for the Workday Business Analyst position at Tekskills Inc.?
Job Title: Workday Business Analyst
Location: Atlanta, GA (Hybrid)
Duration: Contract
Key Responsibilities:
- Workday Configuration and Optimization: Configure and optimize Payroll modules within Workday to meet business requirements.
- Requirements Gathering: Collaborate with stakeholders to elicit, document, and prioritize business requirements, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
- Process Improvement: Analyze current business processes, identify inefficiencies, and propose solutions to streamline operations and reduce costs.
- Data Analysis and Reporting: Build custom reports and dashboards within Workday to provide business insights and support decision-making.
- Testing and Validation: Develop and execute test plans to validate system configuration and ensure that updates and changes meet business needs.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the liaison between business units and IT teams, ensuring effective communication and successful outcomes.
- System Implementation: Support the design, testing, and implementation of new systems or processes, ensuring smooth integration into existing operations.
- Documentation: Create detailed functional specifications, process flow diagrams, and other documentation to support project execution and future reference.
- Mentorship: Guide and mentor junior business analysts, sharing best practices and providing leadership in complex analytical tasks.
Required Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Computer Science, or related field. MBA or equivalent advanced degree is a plus.
Experience: 5-7 years of experience in business analysis, project management, or related roles, with a proven track record of successful project outcomes.
Skills:
- Strong proficiency in business analysis methodologies and tools (e.g., SWOT analysis, BPMN, etc.)
- Advanced data analysis skills with tools like Excel, SQL, and BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
- Experience with process improvement frameworks such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Agile methodologies.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Workday certifications in Workday Payroll.
- Experience with data migration and integration tools such as Workday Studio, EIBs, or APIs.
- Experience working in HR or finance teams is an advantage.
- Certification such as Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP), Project Management Professional (PMP), or Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP).
- Experience with ERP or CRM systems implementation (e.g., SAP, Salesforce).
