Workday Consultant - HCM & Integration Specialist
Resume:
Tharun Gudhe
Workday Consultant
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:
Experienced Workday Consultant with over 4 years of expertise in implementing, configuring, and optimizing Workday solutions for diverse industries. Proficient in Workday HCM, Compensation, Absence Management, Recruiting, Security, Business Processes, and Reporting. Skilled in Workday integration tools such as Workday Studio, EIB, Core Connectors, and Cloud Connectors, with a strong command of data transformation, mapping, and system integration using RESTful APIs and SOAP Web Services. Adept at collaborating with stakeholders to define business needs, develop scalable solutions, and deliver seamless end-to-end implementations. Experienced in managing Workday release updates, feature testing, and system optimizations to enhance business processes. Strong technical expertise in XML, XSLT, JSON, SQL, and programming languages like Java and C++, combined with hands-on experience in Agile and Scrum methodologies. Dedicated to driving digital HR transformations, delivering tailored solutions, and empowering organizations to achieve operational excellence. SKILLS:
• Workday Modules: HCM Core, Compensation, Recruiting, Absence Management, Benefits, Time Tracking
• ERP Systems & Data Migration: Workday HCM, Workday Financials, PeopleSoft HCM, PeopleSoft Financials, PeopleSoft Campus Solutions, Data Mapping, ETL, Workday Prism Analytics
• Workday Reporting: Advanced Report Writer, Matrix Reports, BIRT, Calculated Fields, Power.
• Workday Integration: EIB, Core Connectors, Studio, Cloud Connectors, PICOF, PECI, Authentication Mechanisms.
• Workday Extend: Custom App Development, Workday Object Model (WOM), Workday UI Components, Workday API Integrations, Secure Enterprise Apps
• Languages: XML, XSLT, JSON, SQL, PL/SQL, Java, HTML, C, C++.
• Methodologies: Agile, Scrum, Waterfall.
• Integration Frameworks: RESTful APIs, SOAP Web Services
• Security and Configuration: Security Groups, Tenant Setup, Business Process Configuration
• Testing: Unit Testing, Integration
• Project Management: Implementation Planning, Stakeholder Collaboration, Risk Mitigation
• Scripting & Tools: Workday Custom Reports, XPATH, Workday Object Model, Excel Macros, DAX
(Power BI) Workday Tools: Staffing Module, Security Configurations, Notifications, Alerts, Dashboards STRENGHTS:
• Workday Expertise
• Integration Capabilities
• Reporting and Analytics
• Business Process Configuration
• Problem-Solving and Troubleshooting
• Agile and Methodical Approach
• Stakeholder Collaboration
• Project Management
• Data Transformation Expertise
• Time Management
• Communication
• Release and Feature Management
EDUCATION:
Masters Of Information Science – Trine University 2022-2023 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Client: Norwegian Cruise Line June 2025 – Present
Role: Workday Consultant
Responsibilities:
• Supported Workday go-live efforts for both shipboard and shoreside, with primary focus on shipside processes due to unique operational requirements.
• Identified and documented process gaps during go-live and stabilization phases to ensure system adoption and process alignment.
• Partnered with PX teams to design and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for non-standard and newly discovered use cases.
• Provided hands-on support for Recruiting, Onboarding, and HCM processes across shipboard (July/August) and shoreside (August/September) operations.
• Conducted testing and transactions in Workday, ensuring accurate process execution and compliance with organizational standards.
• Created SOPs, user guides, and training materials to enhance end-user adoption and system utilization.
• Leveraged strong Workday HCM and Recruiting expertise, with additional configuration experience in HCM and Recruiting modules.
• Delivered remote and in-person Workday training sessions for PX team members and new shipboard HR users, improving first-time accuracy and confidence with the platform.
• Acted as a liaison between shipboard operations, HR leadership, and the Workday implementation team to triage urgent issues and streamline resolutions.
• Conducted post-go-live audits and data validations to ensure clean employee records, accurate supervisory organization mapping, and onboarding compliance.
• Provided input and testing support during Workday bi-annual updates to evaluate the impact of new features on existing Recruiting and HCM processes.
Client: Cardinal Health Sep 2022 – May 2025
Role: Workday Consultant
Responsibilities:
Managed and optimized Workday HCM modules, encompassing Core HR, Compensation, Benefits, Absence, Time Tracking, Talent Management, and Recruiting.
Led the implementation of Workday Core HCM, configuring organizational structures and employee data management.
Designed and optimized Workday business processes, including hire, promotion, transfer, and termination workflows.
Configured Workday Compensation and Benefits modules, ensuring alignment with organizational policies. Developed custom integrations using Workday Studio and EIB to streamline data exchange with payroll and third-party vendors.
Designed advanced reports and dashboards using Report Writer and Calculated Fields to provide actionable workforce insights.
Configured Workday Absence Management to define leave types, accrual policies, and approval workflows. Performed data migration activities, including data mapping, transformation, and validation from legacy systems to Workday.
Designed and developed custom Workday applications using Workday Extend to address unique business requirements.
Led HR People Analytics function, providing strategic insights and data-driven recommendations using Workday HCM and Power BI.
Experience in data modeling, DAX functions, and Power Query for in-depth HR data analysis. Established security roles and policies, ensuring appropriate access control for users across the organization. Conducted system testing, including unit, integration, and user acceptance testing (UAT), to ensure flawless functionality.
Developed SOAP-based web services to facilitate secure data exchange and interoperability between Workday and legacy systems.
Implemented integrations between Workday and external systems using Workday Extend APIs. Led end-to-end Workday implementations, including data conversion from PeopleSoft. Delivered end-user training and created comprehensive documentation for HR teams and administrators. Developed data models in Power BI by extracting, transforming, and loading (ETL) data from Workday Prism Analytics, SQL Server, and other HRIS systems. Used XML and XSLT for advanced data transformations within Workday Studio integrations. Supported Workday mobile app implementation, enabling on- the-go HR services for employees and managers. Conducted workshops and training sessions for stakeholders to maximize system utilization and understanding. Client: TD Bank Feb 2020 – Nov 2021
Role: Workday Consultant
Responsibilities:
Designed and implemented Workday integrations using Studio, Core Connectors, EIB, and Workday Integration Cloud to automate HR and payroll processes and ensure seamless ERP system integration. Configured Workday’s Staffing module, ensuring accurate reflection of organizational structures and reporting hierarchies.
Developed custom reports and dashboards with BIRT and Calculated Fields to support decision-making and compliance reporting.
Designed and implemented integrations with PICOF and PECI for payroll and benefits data exchanges. Hands-on experience with PeopleSoft HCM, Financials, and Campus Solutions. Integrated Workday’s Time and Absence Management modules to align with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
Extracted, transformed, and loaded (ETL) data from PeopleSoft to Workday using Workday Prism Analytics. Conducted data migration from legacy HRIS to Workday, ensuring data integrity and validation during the process.
Designed security configurations to protect sensitive HR data while enabling efficient access for authorized users.
Optimized Workday mobile functionalities to enhance user experience and enable self-service capabilities. Experience working in Agile and Waterfall methodologies for successful project execution. Created detailed data mapping and transformation logic to ensure seamless integration of Workday with other enterprise applications.
Supported Workday release management by testing new functionalities and ensuring smooth adoption of updates.
Monitored system performance post-go-live to identify opportunities for optimization. Developed data governance protocols for maintaining data integrity and security in Workday environments. Designed and implemented Compensation modules, ensuring alignment with business pay structures and compliance policies.
Leveraged Workday Extend APIs to integrate employee data from a third-party payroll system, enabling real-time synchronization of payroll information.
Collaborated with stakeholders to define system requirements and deliver configurations that met business goals.
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