Workday Senior Analyst, HRIS - Payroll, Absence, Time Tracking

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Senior Analyst, HRIS (Absence, Time off, Time Tracking, Payroll) – Denver, CO, Austin, TX or New York, NY (Hybrid)

Do you have impeccable Workday skills, an eye for detail, and strong business acumen? Are you interested in joining a globally diverse organization where our unique contributions are recognized and celebrated, allowing each of us to thrive? Join Western Union as a Senior Analyst!

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Western Union will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Western Union powers your pursuit

The Senior Analyst works within the People Technology team and supports the global Western Union for a combination of Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking (PATT), plus other modules as needed. This role is responsible for building and maintaining Workday configuration, system administration, using Software Development Lifecycle methodology.

• Provide HR system administration, including business process configuration, reporting development, end user training, and audit management in support of maintaining Workday as a best-in-class employee experience forward platform.
• Partner with the other Workday team members, IT, COEs, business partners, vendors, and business leaders to effectively meet the HR technology needs of the organization.
• Configure complex Workday business processes with a focus on Absence, Time Off, Time Tracking and/or Payroll, plus other modules as needed.
• Perform additional Workday administrative functions including tenant configuration, data loads, integrations, and reporting.
• Review business procedures/workflows to ensure system features are being fully utilized and identify Workday features that may improve efficiency.
• Cohabitate in Sandbox environments and work within an established, well-controlled systems environment by defining, documenting, and enforcing system standards.
• Provide pre- and post-launch end-user support, change management, issue resolution, testing, and training to enhance and optimize Workday processes.
• Document technology specifications for current and future configuration.
• Maintain accurate change management documentation to satisfy internal/external audit controls and compliance practices.
• Understand Workday's Implementation Methodology and use it on all projects.
• Function as the domain support for feature releases and issue resolution, supporting to define scope, prioritize, plan, and implement system changes and enhancements.
• Maintain working functional knowledge of HR and HR systems across multiple functions and teams, driving community collaboration and a commitment to a great support service experience.
• Foster ongoing Workday relationships – relevant memberships and engagement in Workday Community and, User Groups.
• Function as support to business partners and work to enhance their understanding of Workday.
  
  

Role Requirements

• 2+ years' Workday experience; Workday Pro or Workday Certifications is a plus.
• Solid understanding in on Absence, Time Tracking and Payroll; at least some understanding of additional Workday modules such as HCM, Compensation, Talent, Learning, etc.
• Bachelor's degree in information technology or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the key accountabilities of the job.
• Knowledge of Workday business processes and core setup.
• Deep understanding of Workday data model, corporate system architecture, interfaces, reporting, and data loading procedures.
• Ability to work with others on solutions with attention to detail and relentless commitment to follow-through.
• Ability to convey ideas and recommendations to a wide variety of audiences at all levels in a clear, compelling, and succinct way in written and verbal communications.
• Ability to mass load information via EIBs and knowledge on how to test integration inputs and outputs based on transactional changes.
• Knowledge on how to create reports and use them in auditing configuration change effectiveness.
• Previous experience in a global company
• Ability to work in a ticketing environment; prefer past experience with ServiceNow
  
  

We make financial services accessible to humans everywhere. Join us for what’s next.

Western Union is positioned to become the world’s most accessible financial services company —transforming lives and communities. We’re a diverse and passionate customer-centric team of over 8,000 employees serving 200 countries and territories, reaching customers and receivers around the globe. More than moving money, we design easy-to-use products and services for our digital and physical financial ecosystem that help our customers move forward.

Just as we help our global customers prosper, we support our employees in achieving their professional aspirations. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and build a career, as well as receive a great compensation package. If you’re ready to help drive the future of financial services, it’s time for Western Union. Learn more about our purpose and people at https://careers.westernunion.com/.

Salary

The base salary range is $110,000 – $140,000 USD per year, total on target compensation includes a base salary plus short-term incentives that align with individual and company performance.

Benefits

You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few (https://careers.westernunion.com/global-benefits/). Please see the location-specific benefits below and note that your Recruiter may share additional role-specific benefits during your interview process or in an offer of employment.

Your United States – Specific Benefits Include

• Flexible Time off
• Medical, Dental and Life Insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Student Loan Repayment (below manager level only)
• Parental Leave
• One day volunteer time off
• $0 Money Transfer Fee Discount Code – Quarterly
• Recognition Program “Game Changers”
• Employee Discount Program
• Global Adoption Assistance
• Global Scholarship Awards Program
• 4% Western Union Contribution to 401K
  
  

Western Union values in-person collaboration, learning, and ideation whenever possible. We believe this creates value through common ways of working and supports the execution of enterprise objectives which will ultimately help us achieve our strategic goals. By connecting face-to-face, we are better able to learn from our peers, problem-solve together, and innovate.    

Our Hybrid Work Model categorizes each role into one of three categories. Western Union has determined the category of this role to be Hybrid. This is defined as a flexible working arrangement that enables employees to divide their time between working from home and working from an office location. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week. 

We are passionate about diversity. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.

For residents of Colorado, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania: Please do not respond to any questions on this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.”

Estimated Job Posting End Date

09-12-2025

This application window is a good-faith estimate of the time that this posting will remain open. This posting will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended or the role is filled.