Workday HCM Analyst - Integrations & Payroll

Prasanna Yalla

Email: *********.*******@*****.*** Mobile: 512-***-**** Location: Texas, India

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

6+ years of experience as a Workday HCM Analyst specializing in end-to-end Workday implementations, configuration, and support, ensuring optimal HR technology solutions that enhance employee experience and operational efficiency.

Proven expertise in Workday Core HCM, Payroll, Timekeeping, and Absence management, with a strong focus on configuration, troubleshooting, and business process optimization to meet organizational needs.

Extensive experience in building integrations from scratch, managing the full development lifecycle, and ensuring seamless data flow between systems to enhance HR operations.

Skilled in requirement gathering and documentation maintenance, effectively collaborating with business partners and stakeholders to drive successful project outcomes and system enhancements.

Demonstrated ability to provide comprehensive end-user support, training, and change management, ensuring users are equipped to utilize Workday's features effectively.

Strong analytical skills in creating reports for auditing configuration changes, ensuring compliance with internal and external audit controls, and improving operational efficiency.

Active participant in Workday Community and User Groups, fostering relationships and staying updated on best practices and feature releases to enhance system utilization.

SKILLS

Workday HCM Expertise: Workday Core HCM, Workday Payroll, Workday Timekeeping, Workday Advanced Compensation, Workday Absence, Workday Benefits, Workday Integrations, Workday Talent Acquisition

Workday Configuration: Business Process Configuration, Tenant Configuration, Data Loads, Reporting Development, Change Management, Issue Resolution, Testing, Documentation Maintenance

Integration Skills: Workday Integrations, EIBs (Enterprise Interface Builders), Integration Testing, Data Mapping, API Development, Custom Integrations, Integration Inputs and Outputs, System Interfaces

Implementation Experience: End-to-End Workday Implementations, Full Development Lifecycle, Requirement Gathering, Business Partner Interaction, Pre-Launch Support, Post-Launch Support, Change Management, Project Management

Reporting Skills: Workday Reporting, Auditing Configuration Changes, Report Creation, Data Analysis, Metrics Development, Dashboard Creation, Reporting Best Practices, Compliance Reporting

HR System Administration: HR System Management, User Training, Data Management, Business Process Optimization, Workflow Review, System Features Utilization, Community Collaboration, Support Services

Technical Skills: Cloud-Based Systems, Multi-Tenant Architecture, Data Loading Procedures, Workday Data Model, System Architecture, Security Framework, Configuration Standards, Sandbox Environment Management

Soft Skills: Communication, Problem-Solving, Attention to Detail, Adaptability, Collaboration, Client Relations, Critical Thinking, Time Management

Certifications: Workday Pro HCM, Workday Pro Reporting & Dashboards, Workday Pro Business Process Framework, Workday Pro Integrations, Workday Certifications, Professional Development, Continuous Learning, Industry Engagement

Domain Expertise: Core HCM, Payroll, Compensation, Talent Management, Absence Management, Benefits Administration, Workday Community Engagement, Feature Release Support

WORK EXPERIENCE

Meta Platforms - Menlo Park, CA

Senior Workday Functional Consultant - Jan 2024 to Present

Spearheaded end-to-end Workday implementations, enhancing Core HCM functionalities, including Payroll and Absence management, resulting in a 30% increase in operational efficiency.

Configured complex business processes in Workday, focusing on Payroll and Timekeeping, ensuring compliance with internal audit controls and enhancing user experience.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and document technology specifications, facilitating seamless integrations and reporting enhancements.

Developed and executed training programs for end-users, improving system adoption rates by 25% through effective change management strategies.

Analyzed existing workflows to identify inefficiencies, implementing Workday features that streamlined processes and reduced processing time by 20%.

Maintained accurate documentation for change management, ensuring adherence to Bank of America's compliance practices and internal controls.

Engaged with Workday Community and User Groups, fostering relationships that enhanced knowledge sharing and best practices within the organization.

Provided ongoing support for feature releases, troubleshooting issues, and prioritizing enhancements in collaboration with the Workday Architect.

Conducted audits of configuration changes using custom reports, ensuring effectiveness and compliance with established standards.

Leveraged Workday integrations to mass load data via EIBs, optimizing data management processes and improving reporting accuracy.

Technologies Used: Workday Core HCM, Workday Payroll, Workday Integrations, Workday Reporting, EIBs, Change Management, Compliance, Data Management, HR Systems, User Training, Workflow Optimization

Walmart - Bentonville, AR

Workday HCM Consultant - Jan 2022 to Dec 2023

Led the configuration and support of Workday business processes, focusing on Advanced Compensation and Benefits, which improved employee satisfaction scores by 15%.

Executed comprehensive requirement gathering sessions with business partners, ensuring alignment of Workday functionalities with organizational needs and enhancing user engagement.

Developed and maintained documentation for system configurations and processes, supporting compliance and audit requirements effectively.

Collaborated with IT and HR teams to troubleshoot and resolve integration issues, ensuring seamless data flow and operational continuity across systems.

Implemented reporting solutions that provided actionable insights into workforce metrics, driving data-driven decision-making for management.

Trained HR personnel on Workday functionalities, enhancing their ability to leverage the system for improved HR service delivery.

Conducted regular reviews of business procedures, identifying opportunities to utilize Workday features that increased efficiency by 18%.

Supported the execution of change management initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions during system upgrades and feature releases.

Maintained a strong understanding of Workday's data model and security framework, contributing to effective system governance and compliance.

Fostered relationships with stakeholders to enhance their understanding of Workday capabilities, driving engagement and support for HR initiatives.

Technologies Used: Workday Core HCM, Workday Advanced Compensation, Workday Benefits, Workday Integrations, Reporting Solutions, Data Governance, Change Management, User Training, HR Service Delivery, Workflow Optimization

Verizon - New York, NY

Workday HRIS and Payroll Analyst - Dec 2019 to Jul 2021

Managed the full development lifecycle of Workday Payroll processes, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for over 10,000 employees.

Configured and supported Workday Absence and Timekeeping modules, enhancing compliance with labor regulations and improving tracking accuracy.

Collaborated with business partners to gather requirements and document system specifications, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and user needs.

Developed training materials and conducted workshops for end-users, resulting in a 20% increase in system utilization and user satisfaction.

Analyzed and optimized existing workflows, implementing Workday features that reduced processing time by 15% and improved overall efficiency.

Conducted audits of payroll processes, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations, thereby minimizing risks.

Supported the integration of Workday with other HR systems, facilitating seamless data exchange and operational efficiency.

Maintained comprehensive documentation for system configurations and processes, ensuring adherence to compliance and audit standards.

Provided ongoing support for end-users, troubleshooting issues and delivering solutions that enhanced user experience and system performance.

Engaged in continuous learning and development to maintain expertise in Workday functionalities and industry best practices.

Technologies Used: Workday Payroll, Workday Absence, Workday Timekeeping, Workday Integrations, Compliance, Workflow Optimization, User Training, System Documentation, HRIS, Data Management

CERTIFICATIONS

Workday Pro HCM

Workday Pro Reporting & Dashboards

Workday Pro Business Process Framework

Workday Pro Integrations

EDUCATION

Masters in Computer Science University of Central Missouri GPA 3.2

Bachelors in Computer Science Sree Dattha Institute of Engineering and Technology 70%

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