Senior HR Systems Analyst (Workday)
At a glance
Senior People Operations & HRIS role at Burlington. Kingsbury · full-time · $95,000–$125,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Turn HR stakeholders’ questions into scalable Workday reports, dashboards and analytics that improve visibility and decision-making
- Advise leaders on data management, metric interpretation, dashboard design, system releases and reporting practices
- Work with People Analytics, HR Systems and functional teams to maintain reporting standards, datasets, calculations and architecture
- Lead reporting, analytics and Prism projects from requirements through testing, launch and post-launch support
- Build Prism datasets, transformations and integrations, then troubleshoot reporting issues and verify data accuracy
What you bring
- At least five years in HR technology, including at least half that time in an analyst position
- Hands-on Workday configuration experience, including complex reports and calculated fields
- At least one Workday Pro certification in an area such as HCM or reporting
- Knowledge of core HCM data, EIB loads and testing, plus advanced Excel skills and project management experience
Who this fits
This senior analyst role suits someone who can advise stakeholders and lead reporting projects while working as a Workday technical expert. The role is hybrid, with in-office work at the corporate headquarters on Wednesdays and Thursdays each week.
From the employer
Position Overview
The Senior HR Systems Analyst will primarily support the Workday Reporting and Analytics configurations, including Prism, while driving improvements to capabilities supporting our HR Centers of Excellence.This individual will serve as a technical expert in Workday, helping shape the long-term direction, design standards, and data strategy for HR reporting capabilities. They will partner with HR stakeholders to understand business questions, translate needs into reporting and analytics solutions, and recommend improvements that strengthen data visibility, insight generation, and scalable reporting functionality.
A Day in the Life
- Functional Area/Subject Matter Expertise
- Serve as the Workday Reporting Subject Matter Expert (SME) and provide consulting services to key stakeholders and leadership regarding data management, metric interpretation, dashboard design, upgrades/releases, and best practices
- Translate business questions and stakeholder needs into scalable reporting, dashboard, and analytics solutions that improve data visibility, insight generation, and decision-making.
- Partner with People Analytics, HR Systems, and functional teams to maintain and enhance report design standards, data sources, datasets, calculations, and reporting architecture.
- Consultation and Project Leadership
- Builds relationships with and presents to multiple levels within the organization, including senior leaders
- Lead reporting, analytics, and Prism-related projects from requirements gathering through design, testing, deployment, and post-production support, ensuring solutions are delivered effectively and aligned to business needs
- Manage partnerships with Workday/3rd party consultants and internal IT teams to impact projects and provide solutions to meet specified requirements
- Technical Capability
- Build and maintain Prism datasets, data transformations, and integrations that enable scalable reporting, advanced analytics, and improved data accessibility
- Apply strong technical judgment to troubleshoot reporting issues, validate data accuracy, conduct testing, and ensure solutions are reliable, repeatable, and aligned to reporting standards
- Maintain deep knowledge of Workday Reporting, Prism, and emerging analytics capabilities through Workday Community, release reviews, training, research, and industry best practices
You'll Come With
- Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from an accredited college or university, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Degree in Human Resources, Information Technology, or Business-related field preferred.
- At least five years HR technology experience, with at least half of that directly in an analyst role
- Previous Workday configuration experience required; success creating complex calculated fields, and developing complex reports
- At least one Workday Pro Certification (HCM, Reporting, Advanced Reporting, etc.)
- Consultative nature with functional knowledge of core HCM data management, technical knowledge of EIB loads, and experience with standard testing procedures
- Advanced Excel skills and successful execution of project management fundamentals
- Must have excellent time management skills in projecting timelines and meeting deadlines
- Exercises considerable judgment and discretion in preparing and handling information of a sensitive nature
- Must be resourceful and have a customer-focused and solutions-oriented attitude
Hybrid Work Model: This position is based out of our Corporate Headquarters and follows a hybrid schedule. Current in-office expectations are Wednesdays and Thursdays on a WEEKLY basis, subject to change based on business needs.
Relocation Assistance: Relocation support for non-local candidates may be available and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Come join our team. You’re going to like it here!
You will enjoy competitive wages, flexible hours, and an associate discount. Burlington’s benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance. Full-time associates are also eligible for paid time off, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan.
We are a rapidly growing brand and provide a variety of training and development opportunities so our associates can grow with us. Our teams work hard and have fun together! Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day. Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity
Individual pay decisions will be based on a variety of factors, such as but not limited to, qualifications, education, job-related skills, relevant experience, and geographic location.
Compensation Range: $95,000.00 - $125,000.00