Workday - Senior Analyst (Techno functional)

Workday Certified (Preferred) – Core HCM, Compensation, Absence & Time Tracking. 

Job Summary 

We are seeking an experienced (5 to 10 Years) Workday Functional Consultant with deep expertise in Core HR, Compensation, Absence Management, Time Tracking, Payroll & Integrations. The ideal candidate will possess strong functional configuration knowledge combined with technical capabilities in integrations, reporting, and data migration. 

This role requires leading implementations, enhancements, and support initiatives while collaborating with HR, Payroll, IT, and business stakeholders. 

 

Key Responsibilities 

Workday System Configuration, Enhancements & AMS Support 

• Configure and maintain Workday modules such as Core HCM, Recruiting, Compensation, Benefit, Absence and Time Tracking & Integrations. 

• Configure compensation plans (Merit, Bonus, Stock, Allowances) & Setup eligibility rules & compensation grades. 

• Configure compensation review cycles & support annual compensation planning.  

• Configure benefit plans (Health, Insurance, Retirement, etc.) & Setup benefit eligibility & enrolment rules. 

• Configure benefit event rules (Life Events, Open Enrolment) & Manage rates, coverage types, and benefit providers. 

• Configure absence plans & leave types, setup accrual calculations & carryover rules. 

• Define work schedules & holiday calendars & configure eligibility & validation rules. 

• Configure time entry templates & Setup time calculation rules. Configure work schedules & shifts & support time-based integrations with Payroll. 

• Configure and optimize Business Processes, Setup condition rules & validation rules. 

• Configure security roles & domain security policies & troubleshoot workflow issues. 

• Workday Release Management and Experience in Handling workday team. 

 

Technical & Integration Responsibilities 

• Design and develop integration using - EIB (Enterprise Interface Builder), Core Connectors, Workday Studio & Cloud Connect. 

• Inbound & outbound integrations & third-party vendor integrations (Benefits, Payroll, Time systems) 

• Create calculated fields (Advanced level) & build Advanced, Matrix, and Composite Reports. 

• Support data migration & tenant management. 

 

Business Analysis & Stakeholder Collaboration 

• Partner with HR and business stakeholders to define requirements and create functional specifications. 

• Cross Functional collaboration with IT and Finance & Leadership teams to meet the expectations. Provide functional guidance and best practices for Workday usage. 

• Act as SME for HCM modules & translate business requirements into functional documents & workday solutions. 

• Configure Test strategies and support business during system and UAT testing. 

Testing, Documentation & Training 

• Create test scripts and support UAT for Workday enhancements. 

• Maintain system documentation, process flows, and configuration guides. 

• Provide training and user support for HR and business teams. 

Experience Requirements 

• 5+ years of experience working with Workday HCM modules (Core HCM, Recruiting, Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, Absence and Time Tracking). 

• Experience in end-to-end implementation, Phase -X projects, AMS functional support roles. 

• Experience in HRIS, system analysis, or data migration support roles. 

 

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

How We Work:
We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

• We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
• We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute: We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Our Approach to Flexible Work:
We embrace a flexible work model designed to empower a culture of growth, optimism, and wellbeing, where every employee can reach their full potential. Combining purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility, our focus is to optimize performance and drive connection for moments that matter.

Who We Are:
Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.

Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment.

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