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As an HRIS Analyst, you'll work closely with the HRIS Team to assist in the Workday system's administration, maintenance, and optimization. Key responsibilities include maintenance, administration, processing, reporting, testing, and auditing to ensure data integrity of system design and functionality in Workday. You'll be a subject matter expert for Workday HR modules (Compensation, Learning, Talent, Recruiting, Time, Absence, Payroll, and Benefits). Our HRIS Analyst supports internal partners throughout the organization with data analytics and reporting needs and assists in all module testing and upgrades, self‑service manager and employee education, and knowledge transfer to Workday functional leads.

• Responsible for supporting HRIS leadership in providing direct technical support, troubleshooting, and guidance to internal HR customers on Workday and other HRIS‑supported applications. Serves as a liaison to internal HR customers and HR Centers of Excellence. Implemented changes and configurations under the direction of the HRIS Team Lead. Participate in reviewing, testing, and implementing bi‑annual Workday releases; determine impact, participate in regression testing for new system features, and communicate changes/benefits to end users. Reviews business process and integration performance, assists with EIB and Put data uploads, and ensures data integrity/consistency within Workday and downstream systems.
• Collaborate with HRIS leadership and HR staff to identify system improvements and enhancements; recommend and implement solutions. Research in Workday Community to discover and resolve issues where answers are unknown and implement those solutions. Identify, develop, and deliver HR system training to meet the needs of end users.
• Perform routine system audits for data validation/integrity and work with key stakeholders to make necessary changes. Ensure system compliance with data security and privacy requirements.
• Build and maintain a repository of simple to moderately complex custom reports and dashboarding solutions as needed by HR and the business.

• 3+ years of related experience in HRIS Administration (preferably Workday), Information Technology, or a similar field.
• Bachelor's degree in related field required.
• Intermediate to mid‑level experience with Workday or HRIS concepts, architecture, infrastructure, etc.
• Intermediate to mid‑level knowledge of applicable regulatory and legal compliance obligations, rules and regulations, industry standards, and practices.
• Intermediate to mid‑level speaking and writing communications skills.
• One or more of the following Workday certifications preferred: HCM, Compensation, Payroll, Recruiting, Learning, Payroll, Benefits, or Security preferred.

At Illuminate USA, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunity for all, ensuring that all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Your unique background and experiences are valued here, as we believe they strengthen our team and drive our mission forward. Illuminate is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.