Workday HCM & Integrations Consultant
Resume:
Rishi Alla
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Professional Summary
Dynamic Workday Consultant with 6+ years of expertise in HRIS, HCM, and functional consulting, optimizing HR operations for enterprise clients. Adept at configuring Workday HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Security, and Business Processes, integrating Workday with third-party systems using EIB, Core Connectors, and APIs, and enhancing analytics through Advanced Reporting, Prism Analytics, and Security Management. Skilled in streamlining workflows, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring seamless system performance.
Commanding Workday HRIS transformations, optimizing HCM, Payroll, Benefits, and Compensation through system configurations and automation.
Dynamic in managing Workday Business Process Framework (BPF) for hire, termination, transfers, promotions, and compensation reviews.
Rigorous in Workday Security models, configuring RBAC, Domain Security, and Business Process Policies to ensure GDPR and SOX compliance.
Impactful in Advanced Workday Reports, designing Composite, Matrix, and Custom Dashboards, improving HR decision-making by 40%.
Strategic in Workday Integrations, leveraging EIB, Core Connectors, Workday Studio, and APIs to connect with ADP, SAP, Oracle, and SuccessFactors.
Versatile in Workday Compensation & Benefits, configuring compensation plans, merit increases, and eligibility rules to enhance retention.
Meticulous in Workday Data Migration, utilizing iLoads, EIBs, and Mass Data Uploads for accurate data transitions.
Comprehensive in Workday testing cycles, executing Unit, Regression, and UAT testing to ensure system stability.
Engaging in Workday Training & Change Management, mentoring HR, IT, and Finance teams to maximize adoption.
Collaborative in cross-functional partnerships, working with HR, IT, and business leaders to design scalable Workday solutions.
Technical Skills
Workday Modules: HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Absence, Time Tracking, Payroll, Security Integrations: EIB, Core Connectors, Workday Studio, REST/SOAP APIs, PECI, PICOF Reporting & Analytics: Advanced Reports, Matrix Reports, Composite Reports, Prism Analytics, BIRT Security & Compliance: Domain Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), GDPR, SOX Data Management: iLoads, Mass Data Updates, Data Migration Testing & Deployment: UAT, Workday Releases, Tenant Management Methodologies: Agile (Scrum/Kanban), Change Management Education
Master’s in Business analytics and international Business in University of Scranton. Work Experience
Sanford Health, Eden Prairie, MN Sep 2024 - Present Workday HRIS Consultant
Configured Workday HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, and Time Tracking, ensuring seamless employee lifecycle management.
Optimized Workday Business Process Framework (BPF), refining workflows for hire, onboarding, promotions, transfers, and terminations, improving operational efficiency.
Designed Advanced, Matrix, and Composite Reports, enhancing HR analytics and increasing reporting accuracy.
Implemented Workday Security policies, managing RBAC, User Access Reviews, and Business Process Security to safeguard sensitive data.
Automated mass data uploads and migrations using iLoads, EIBs, and Custom Scripts, reducing manual efforts.
Provided L2/L3 Workday Support, troubleshooting system issues, user access concerns, and configuration challenges.
Built Advanced, Composite, and Matrix Reports to support workforce planning, payroll accuracy, and executive dashboards.
Assisted in evaluating job descriptions and collaborated with HR teams to align roles with compensation structures using Workday Compensation tools.
Partnered with HR, Finance, and IT to deliver scalable Workday solutions aligned with strategic goals.
Performed ongoing audits and system integrity checks on HR and payroll data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements
Performed regular audits on employee and payroll data, utilizing Advanced Reports to ensure operational accuracy and compliance.
Maintained and enhanced compensation reporting dashboards using Workday Advanced, Composite, and Matrix Reports, improving reporting accuracy and timeliness.
Monitored EIB integrations for data loads and ensured clean data transition for job changes, terminations, and compensation updates.
Worked closely with HR, Payroll, and Finance teams to resolve compensation discrepancies and ensure alignment with organizational policies.
Partnered with HR teams to resolve employee issues related to pay, benefits, and time tracking, improving response time and accuracy.
Supported benefit enrollment cycles and audit preparation for healthcare, tuition reimbursement, and discount programs.
Expert in Workday Compensation, Benefits, and Advanced Reporting modules with hands-on experience configuring salary plans, eligibility rules, and job compensation profiles.
Actively participated in Workday Community forums and release webinars to stay current on Core HCM features and recommend enhancements.
Led testing cycles including unit, regression, and UAT for Workday updates, ensuring issue-free deployments during system upgrades.
Integrated Workday with third-party systems (ADP, Oracle, SAP, SuccessFactors), ensuring seamless payroll and finance data exchange.
Led Workday Release Management, testing and deploying feature updates, patches, and system upgrades.
Trained HR and IT teams on Workday self-service capabilities, increasing adoption rates.
Ensured GDPR and SOX compliance, implementing audit controls, security policies, and workforce data governance.
Led cross-functional teams of Workday administrators and developers to successfully deliver HRIS projects across HCM, Payroll, Benefits, and Time Tracking.
Participated in enterprise-wide HRIS strategy initiatives, identifying and implementing system enhancements for improved user experience and data utility
Spearheaded enterprise-level Workday HRIS initiatives, aligning GPS strategic goals with operational execution across HCM, Payroll, Benefits, and Compensation.
Conducted root cause analysis for Workday errors, diagnosing and resolving integration failures, business process issues, and security access conflicts.
Designed Custom Dashboards for HR and Payroll, providing real-time analytics on workforce trends, payroll cycles, and headcount forecasts.
Led Workday Business Process Framework optimization for hiring, onboarding, terminations, promotions, and compensation events to streamline operations.
Assisted in Workday Payroll processing and compliance, validating payroll integrations and ensuring accurate tax calculations.
Partnered with Finance and IT teams to implement Workday Adaptive Planning, improving workforce planning and budgeting.
Collaborated with business leaders to identify HRIS enhancements, ensuring Workday configurations align with organizational goals.
LOANDEPOT, Irvine, California Jun 2023 to July 2024 Workday HCM Consultant
Configured Workday Core HCM, optimizing modules including Compensation, Benefits, Talent & Performance, and Absence Management.
Designed and customized Workday Business Process Framework (BPF) to improve efficiency for employee lifecycle events.
Developed Advanced Workday Reports using calculated fields, trending metrics, and custom dashboards for HR and Payroll teams.
Provided Compensation & Benefits Administration, configuring salary structures, incentive plans, and stock option programs.
Led UAT, Regression Testing, and Workday Release Testing, ensuring system stability during feature updates.
Configured and optimized Workday HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, and Time Tracking, ensuring seamless end-to-end HR lifecycle processes.
Assisted in configuring and maintaining Core HCM business processes for lifecycle events such as hiring, transfers, and terminations.
Executed mass data updates using EIBs and iLoads for employee transfers, compensation changes, and payroll-related data.
Managed Workday Security Administration, configuring domain security policies, role assignments, and user access controls.
Supported enterprise-wide Workday HRIS initiatives, aligning business goals with HCM system execution.
Collaborated with cross-functional stakeholders in HR and Payroll to implement scalable Workday solutions aligned with compliance standards
Automated mass data transactions using EIBs and iLoads, improving data accuracy and reducing manual workload.
Partnered with vendors and cross-functional teams to manage integrations and troubleshoot data flow issues across HR, Payroll, and Finance platforms.
Enhanced Workday Business Processes for employee lifecycle management, optimizing processes for hire, transfers, promotions, and compensation reviews.
Supported Workday Time Tracking and Absence Management, implementing global leave policies and compliance rules.
Ensured Workday Compliance with GDPR and HIPAA, configuring audit tracking and secure data governance.
Trained HR business partners and payroll teams on Workday capabilities, increasing self-service adoption rates.
Integrated Workday with third-party benefits providers, ensuring accurate deductions and payroll synchronization.
Max Financial Services, Hyderabad, India Apr 2019 to Dec 2022 Workday Functional Analyst
Assisted in Workday implementation projects, collaborating with HR and IT teams to configure HCM solutions.
Optimized Workday Business Process Configuration, refining approval workflows and system automation.
Participated in unit and user acceptance testing (UAT) for new Workday feature rollouts, documenting results and identifying process gaps.
Contributed to system maintenance and configuration updates in collaboration with HRIS team, supporting operational continuity.
Provided L1/L2 Workday Support, troubleshooting user issues, system errors, and configuration gaps.
Developed Simple, Advanced, and Trending Reports, delivering HR insights for payroll, turnover, and headcount analytics.
Supported general HR operations by responding to employee inquiries regarding benefits, policies, and HR system access.
Provided HR reporting support and helped in creating compensation review reports and job profile audits in Workday.
Conducted User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for system enhancements, validating business requirements.
Managed Workday Security Role Assignments, defining user permissions and role-based security settings.
Assisted in mass data uploads and corrections using iLoads and EIBs, ensuring smooth data transitions.
Provided training sessions for HR and Payroll teams on Workday best practices and system navigation.
Coordinated with external vendors and Workday consultants to resolve integration issues.
Ensured compliance with HR policies, payroll regulations, and Workday configurations.
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