Workday Analyst

Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them.

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As a Workday Analyst, you will serve as a subject matter expert supporting and optimizing our Workday platform across key HR modules. You’ll partner closely with stakeholders to translate business needs into system solutions that improve efficiency and data quality. Your work helps ensure our systems run smoothly, support employees, and scale with the business. This role blends analytical thinking with hands-on configuration and user support.

What you will do

• Configure, maintain, and enhance Workday modules to support HR processes

• Partner with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into system solutions

• Evaluate new Workday features and recommend improvements aligned to business needs

• Support semi-annual Workday releases, including testing and deployment activities

• Troubleshoot system issues, support integrations, and manage data uploads using EIBs

What you will bring

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience

• 2–4 years of experience working with Workday in an analytical or functional role

• Working knowledge of HR processes, terminology, and best practices

• Ability to assess issues, identify solutions, and improve system performance

• Strong communication skills and ability to support a range of users

What will set you apart

• Experience with Workday modules such as HCM, payroll, benefits, compensation, talent, recruiting, or learning

• Knowledge of Workday integrations, data flows, and system architecture

• Experience configuring Workday security and business processes

• Background in building Workday reports and dashboards

• Strong organization skills with a focus on continuous improvement and user adoption

*Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.*

What we offer you

We offer an array of diverse and inclusive benefits regardless of where you are in your career. We believe that providing our employees with the means to lead healthy balanced lives results in the best possible work performance.

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement savings – 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
• Business-casual environment that includes the option to wear jeans
• Generous paid time off upon hire – including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year
• Paid volunteer time — 16 hours per calendar year
• Leave of absence programs – including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
• Business Resource Groups (BRGs) –  BRGs facilitate inclusion and collaboration across our business internally and throughout the communities where we live, work and play. BRGs are open to all.

Base Salary Range

The salary range above shows the typical minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation offered may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.

Equal opportunity employer •  Drug-free workplace

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity.  All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age (40 and over), race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. 

*For remote and hybrid positions you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to work with limited disruption. You must have reliable connectivity from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable or DSL internet. Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided. You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home work environment and the required internet connection.*

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