Workday Reporting Sr Associate

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

Responsibilities:

  • Workday HCM report creation, maintenance, and optimization. Requirements gathering, build, test and debug Workday HCM reports & Dashboards. 

  • Analyze and translate functional specifications and change requests into technical specifications 

  • Create reports out of HCM and other database systems as required by internal stakeholders. 

  • Prepare HR metrics to be presented upon request or on schedule by senior leadership. Review reports and calculated fields regularly to optimize performance 

  • Document report functionality and design to facilitate ongoing maintenance, Provide troubleshooting and support for report execution failures. 

  • Develop and modify advanced reports for internal human resources and people leaders using Workday Report Writer. Research new Workday reporting & analytics features and functionality to determine how best to meet user needs 

  • Support Workday’s biannual releases through impact analysis to changes to Workday’s data model and create reports and dashboards to aid in identification of populations for release testing. HCM reporting governance, support, and education. 

  • Participate in report reviews, including understanding and ensuring security and data privacy standards. Partner with Workday Security team to maintain data and privacy standards. Work closely with other members of the Workday functional team and serve as a subject matter expert for others regarding reporting and calculated fields 

  • Provide HCM data support for Human Resources staff, all associate end-users, and members of senior leadership. Maintain proficiency and level of knowledge with all talent systems. Assists with the support of all aspects of Human Resources as it relates to data requests, including but not limited to EEO-1, Affirmative Action Plan, and benefits census 

  • Participate in delivery of reporting training. Train users on Workday reporting functions and available reports. Follow established standards and change management processes including report documentation 

  • Other duties as assigned 

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree and a minimum of three years of experience, including business analyst and project management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience 

  • Proficient in Workday reporting including Calculated Fields, Advanced, Matrix, Trending and Composite 

  • Demonstrated knowledge of Workday dashboards, worksheets, and embedded analytics

  • Overall 5 to 7 years’ experience. Experience with Workday HCM 

  • Demonstrated ability to conduct high level needs analysis and produce reporting and data analysis 

  • Background in identifying, designing, testing, and deploying reports in an ERP system 

  • Background in understanding HCM data that could be used in building reports 

  • Human Resources and/or recruiting functional background, ideally in Public Accounting or similar Professional services firms  

  • Aptitude in learning and mastering report writing tools 

  • Knowledge of commonly used reports for Recruiting, Human Resources, Compensation, Payroll and Benefits 

  • Proficient with Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint required) 

  • Ability to create a consolidated report by combining data from multiple data sources 

  • Strong problem solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills 

  • Ability to prioritize workload and execute tasks independently, providing timely follow-up and resolution 

  • Demonstrated ability to plan, meet deadlines, and manage competing priorities 

  • Strong written and oral communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of Workday Report Writer and Workday Prism Analytics experience 

  • Workday PRISM, BIRT, Worksheets and Advanced reporting experience 

  • SQL knowledge 

  • Workday Report Writing certifications

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. 

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at careers@rsmus.com.

RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college / university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying, excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.

RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records. For those living in California or applying to a position in California, please click here for additional information.

At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range: $88,400 - $150,700

Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.

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