PUJITHANANDA VU
928-***-**** *************@*****.*** linkedin.com/in/pujithananda
Professional Summary
Workday Integration Specialist with 6+ years of hands-on experience designing, developing, and supporting enterprise-grade integrations across the full Workday integration framework. Deep expertise in EIB (Inbound & Outbound), Workday Studio, Core Connectors, Web Services (SOAP/REST), and Cloud Connectors. Proven track record implementing and troubleshooting ADP Data Bridge integrations and managing data synchronization between Workday and ADP systems. Strong command of XML, XSLT, XPath, JSON, and WSDL with a focus on data integrity, security, and scalable integration architecture. Collaborative partner to HR, IT, and vendor teams across complex cross-functional environments. Core Skills & Technologies
Workday Integrations: EIB (Inbound & Outbound), Workday Studio, Core Connectors, Document Transformations, PICOF/PECI, Packaged Integrations, Cloud Connectors, SCIM/Account Provisioning, RaaS (Custom API), ADP Data Bridge
Web Services & Data: XML, XSLT, XPath, SOAP, REST, WSDL, JSON, ETL Processes, Data Transformation, Data Integrity & Security, Data Synchronization, Workday Public APIs Workday HCM: Core HCM, Payroll, Compensation & Advanced Compensation, Benefits, Business Process Maintenance, Security Administration, Data Loads & Audits Workday Finance: Financials, Revenue Management, Prism Analytics, BIRT, Workday Extend, Adaptive Planning, Discovery Boards
Reporting: Advanced, Matrix, Composite, Trending, Transposed, Search Reports, Calculated Fields, Custom Dashboards, Scheduled Reports
Integrated Systems: ADP Global View, ADP Workforce Now, PeopleSoft, SAP, E-Trade, HRIS Platforms AMS & Tools: JIRA, ServiceNow, SLA Management, Incident & Root Cause Analysis, On-Call Support, Agile/Scrum, MS Office Suite
Development: JavaScript, Core Java, HTML/DHTML, CSS, Oracle, MS SQL Server Professional Experience
Axalta Oct 2025 – Present
Workday Technical Consultant – Finance
• Designed, built, and maintained Outbound EIB integrations and Benefit Core Connectors for external vendor data exchange, ensuring accurate employee and benefits data synchronization across systems using ETL processes and integration-ready reports.
• Implemented XML and XSLT-based data transformation pipelines within integration solutions to support seamless data loading and extraction between Workday and third-party platforms.
• Owned full lifecycle BIRT check print development for AP and Payroll (vendor checks, refund checks, AP advice, pay slips), ensuring MICR accuracy, banking compliance, and alignment with business requirements.
• Configured, scheduled, and monitored integration performance across multiple data interface points; ensured data integrity and security across all integration touchpoints with proactive incident management.
• Designed and delivered Advanced, Matrix, Composite, and Trending reports using complex calculated fields, multi-data-source logic, drill-downs, and custom prompts to improve Workday utilization and support business metrics.
• Optimized critical financial report performance by refining calculated fields and data source configurations, reducing run-time by 40–60% and driving continuous business process improvements.
• Supported E2E, UAT, and parallel testing cycles for integration and reporting deliverables; managed issue resolution and deployment activities while handling multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborated cross-functionally with Controllers, Payroll, and Budget Office teams to translate business requirements into scalable Workday integration and reporting solutions. Abbott Labs Dec 2024 – Sep 2025
Workday Techno-Functional Consultant
• Designed, built, and managed Workday Interface Studio Integration for the E-Trade platform involving inbound/outbound data flows, XSLT-based data transformation, and SOAP/REST web service connectivity.
• Developed Workday Studio integrations for GL data migration and HSA Payroll Contribution actuals extraction using XML and XPath-based data mapping to ensure accurate cross-system data synchronization.
• Implemented EIB Inbound integration for staffing events and maintained Core Connector configurations; provided technical support and documentation for all integration solutions.
• Utilized Workday Extend to build custom application solutions; developed and maintained custom APIs (RaaS) and leveraged Workday public APIs (SOAP and REST) for scalable data retrieval and integration.
• Led Workday AMS Support and Maintenance projects ensuring platform stability, SLA adherence, and optimal Workday data structures configuration across HCM and Finance modules.
• Built advanced Prism datasets by merging external data from third-party systems; applied Prism Window and Math functions for data grouping and visualization via Discovery Boards to support stakeholder reporting.
• Configured Workday Payroll including earnings/deduction codes, tax setup, and payroll calendars; modified BIRT reports for Performance Review and Merit State Plans.
• Coordinated with internal and external stakeholders throughout integration design, testing, and deployment lifecycle, consistently delivering high-impact solutions on schedule. VMware Apr 2024 – Nov 2024
Workday HCM Integration Consultant
• Managed inbound and outbound third-party payroll integrations (PICOF, PECI migration) to ADP Global View; implemented Global Payroll Cloud (GPC) certified integrations for onboarding and recruiting using Workday packaged integrations and ADP Data Bridge.
• Orchestrated seamless data flow and synchronization between Workday and ADP systems by mapping data elements, maintaining comprehensive audit trails, and performing root cause analysis on integration incidents.
• Designed and maintained integration solutions for Inbound External Pay Slips and Inbound Payroll Results; ensured data integrity and security across all Workday-to-ADP interface points.
• Utilized Workday Extend to develop on-demand custom solutions; leveraged Workday Prism for data validation, compliance, audit, and security incident reporting including scheduled report management.
• Monitored integration performance and proactively resolved issues to maintain system uptime and data accuracy; provided technical support and documentation for all integration workflows.
• Configured Personnel Actions for life events, leave quotas, and balances; implemented new benefits plans, groupings, variants, and employer/employee contribution percentages supporting annual enrollment.
• Coordinated with external and internal stakeholders on integration design, testing, and deployment, ensuring timely project delivery and alignment with business requirements. Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) May 2020 – Dec 2023 Sr. Total Rewards Analyst – Workday
• Implemented, maintained, and enhanced Workday HCM integrations for Compensation and Benefits; designed and executed variable pay, equity, and executive compensation programs across multiple business units.
• Served as SME for Workday Payroll and Time Tracking; guided HR/payroll teams on business process configurations, security administration, data loads, and data audits to drive continuous integration improvements.
• Gathered business requirements, designed scalable integration solutions, conducted UAT, and implemented Workday configurations under tight deadlines while ensuring system designs met end-user needs.
• Collaborated with Fidelity to manage Stock Grants and approve dividends; managed payroll audits, reconciliations, and year-end W-2 preparation ensuring regulatory compliance and data integrity.
• Generated advanced reports and executive presentations; maintained audit trails, access logs, and security administration within Workday Account Center supporting governance and compliance.
• Spearheaded training programs for HR teams and end-users on Workday integration functionalities to improve operational efficiency and platform utilization across the organization. Capgemini Jun 2019 – Apr 2020
Business Analyst
• Gathered and documented business, functional, and non-functional requirements for ADP Workforce Now and MyTotalSource Payroll & Timekeeping implementations using BRD and FRD documentation methodologies.
• Participated in Agile/Scrum environments including JAD sessions; conducted workshops, gap analysis, and blueprint documentation while collaborating across business, technical, and engineering teams throughout SDLC.
• Coordinated meetings between IT teams and business stakeholders; tracked and reported defects, managed background job scheduling and monitoring to ensure timely integration project delivery. Education
Webster University
Master of Science, Cybersecurity
Certifications & Additional Qualifications
Workday Integration Certification (Preferred – aligned with role requirements) Key Cloud Areas Connectors of Expertise: · Web Services EIB Development (SOAP/REST/& WSDL) Maintenance · XML/· ADP XSLT Data · JSON Bridge · Data · Workday Synchronization Studio · Core · Integration Connectors · Security · Cross-Functional Collaboration · SLA Management · Root Cause Analysis · UAT & Deployment