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A Day in the Life As a Workday Analyst - Financials & Projects,you'llsupport the configuration, administration, and continuous improvement of Workday Financials and Projects, working closely with ...

Workday Financials & Projects - Lead

Calgary, AB · On-site +1

CA$160K - CA$185K/yr

A Day in the Life As a Lead Workday Analyst - Financials & Projects, you'll serve as the senior functional and technical authority responsible for owning the strategic roadmap, solution architecture ...

Analyze business needs, perform gap and risk assessments, and recommend solutions that improve ... Stay current on Workday enhancements, industry best practices, and security trends to continuously ...

Analyze business needs, perform gap and risk assessments, and recommend solutions that improve ... Stay current on Workday enhancements, industry best practices, and security trends to continuously ...

Experience with HRIS/payroll systems (Workday and SAP preferred) * Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation required; PLP considered an asset * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills ...

Senior Financial Analyst - TELUS Health - MAT Replacement - 12 month opportunity Join our team ... Working knowledge of SAP, GSuite, Workday, and MS Office and Adaptive Insights. #LI-REMOTE

Experience supporting both Workday Learning and SuccessFactors in a complex enterprise environment * Knowledge of learning access, security administration, identity or provisioning processes, and ...

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How much do workday analyst jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for workday analyst in Alberta is $42.78, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34.86 and $48.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Workday Analyst position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Workday Analyst, you need strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of human resources or finance processes, and experience with the Workday platform, often supported by a relevant bachelor’s degree. Proficiency in Workday modules, reporting tools, and certification as a Workday Pro or similar credentials are highly valued. Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and clear communication skills help analysts collaborate effectively with both technical teams and business stakeholders. These skills ensure that the analyst can optimize Workday solutions, address user needs, and drive process improvements in dynamic organizational environments.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Workday Analyst?

A Workday Analyst typically spends their day troubleshooting user issues, configuring and testing new Workday features or enhancements, and developing custom reports or dashboards for stakeholders. They often work closely with HR, finance, and IT teams to gather requirements, implement system updates, and ensure data integrity across the platform. In addition, analysts play a key role in user training, documentation, and supporting system integrations. This dynamic role requires both technical expertise and strong communication skills to balance ongoing support with continuous process improvement.

What is a Workday Analyst job?

A Workday Analyst is responsible for configuring, maintaining, and optimizing the Workday system to support HR, finance, and other business functions. They analyze system requirements, troubleshoot issues, and implement enhancements to improve efficiency. Workday Analysts collaborate with stakeholders to ensure the system meets business needs and complies with policies. They may also provide training and support to end-users.

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Infographic showing various Workday Analyst job openings in Alberta as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 50% In-person, and 50% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $88,977 per year, or $42.8 per hour.

Workday Analyst - Financials & Projects

Onterris

Calgary, AB • On-site, Remote

CA$85K - CA$100K/yr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago


Job description

About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose,responsibilityand real-world impact.

"For Planet and Progress" is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected,interwovenand international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams,consultantsand professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.

When you join us,you'renot just forging acareer,you'rejoining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smartersolutionsand lasting impact.

Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life

As a Workday Analyst - Financials & Projects,you'llsupport the configuration, administration, and continuous improvement of Workday Financials and Projects, working closely with senior analysts to build your functional and technical Workdayexpertise. This isa great opportunityto grow your career in enterprise systems while contributing to meaningful, hands-on work.

Reporting to the Workday - Financials & Projects Lead, this role is well-suited for someone early in their career who is eager to learn, enjoys supporting a collaborative team, and wants to grow their skillsin Workday.You'llreceive guidance and mentorship from senior team members as you take on increasing responsibility over time. The compensation range for this role is $85,000 - $100,000 USD,commensuratewith experience, skills, and geographic location. We welcome candidates based in both the United States and Canada; compensation for Canada-based hires will be aligned to the local market. The role can be based remotely, with a preference for candidateslocatednear one of our locations in Irvine, CA; Denver, CO; Little Rock, AR; or Calgary, AB.

To thrive in this role,you'llbe comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

Workday Configuration & Administration Support

  • Serve as a configuration specialized on projects, responsible for build, unit testing and deployment

  • Assistwith day-to-day Workday tenant configuration tasks, including business process updates, notifications, and condition rules, under the guidance of senior team members

  • Research configuration approachesleveragingWorkday Community, release notes andproductdocumentation and present findings to team

  • Support the maintenance of WorkdayPSA (Projects Billing, Project Budgets, Contracts, Invoicing, Customer Accounts, Revenue Management) by performing configuration updates and testing

  • Help administer routine security tasks such as user provisioning and role assignment updates

  • Monitor and triage lower-complexity system issues, escalating to senior analysts as needed

Business Analysis Support

  • Support senior analysts in gathering and documenting business requirements for Workday Financials, Projects, Project Billing, and Customer Accounts

  • Assistwith researching Workday release notes and new features to help the teamidentifypotential enhancements

  • Helpmaintaindocumentation of current-state processes and system configurations

Project Support & Coordination

  • Support project activities such as note-taking, tracking action items, andmaintainingproject plans

  • Help coordinate meetings and prepare materials for stakeholder updates

  • Contribute to the development of training materials and process documentation

End User Support

  • Respond to routine end-user questions and route more complex issues to senior analysts

  • Helpidentifyrecurring user pain points and share observations with the broader team

  • Support testing and validation of system changes prior to deployment

Your Expertise and Skills

These requirements reflect the knowledge,skillsand abilities that help you do your best work here.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent work experience

  • 1-2 years of experience in Workday, another HR/Finance system, or a related business analysis role (internships and co-ops considered)

  • Foundational understanding of financial or project accounting concepts, with eagerness to build deeper Workday functionalexpertise

  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

  • Effective written and verbal communication skills

  • Proficiencyin MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with project or collaboration tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet) a plus

  • Demonstrated interest in upleveling skills in Workday or enterprise systems, with eagerness to learn from senior team members

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize with guidance from senior team members

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior exposure to Workday or another ERP system (through coursework, an internship, or on-the-job experience)

  • Interest in pursuing a Workday certification

  • Exposure to a professional services or project-based business environment

  • Basic understanding of system security or data concepts

Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients' resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.