Senior Workday HRIS Analyst (Absence Management)

TL;DR

Senior Workday HRIS Analyst (Absence Management): Supporting and optimizing the Workday platform with an accent on Absence Management configuration, troubleshooting, and cross-functional integration. Focus on building robust HRIS solutions, managing UAT cycles, and driving process improvements to enhance the employee experience.

Location: Ontario, Canada (Hybrid)

Salary: $75,000–$90,000

Company

hirify.global is a national health solutions partner providing insurance, primary care, and emergency medical services to millions of Canadians.

What you will do

• Configure and maintain Workday Absence Management, including leave plans, eligibility rules, and notifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system incidents, performing root cause analysis to ensure operational stability.
• Partner with stakeholders to gather requirements for system enhancements and operational initiatives.
• Coordinate and execute User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for releases and configuration changes.
• Analyze business processes to identify opportunities for improved efficiency, data quality, and compliance.
• Create and maintain documentation and job aids to support user adoption and system consistency.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience configuring and supporting Workday Absence Management.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience supporting ticket resolution and day-to-day operational support.
• Ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• College diploma or bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, IT, or a related field.

Nice to have

• Experience supporting Workday Benefits and/or Payroll configuration.
• Experience working in a multi-unionized environment.
• Background in healthcare, insurance, or related industries.
• Workday certification(s).
• Experience with system implementations or acquisitions.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental plan (100% employer-paid from day one).
• 100% employer-matched Defined Contribution Pension Plan.
• Annual Incentive Bonus based on performance.
• Flexible work arrangements with hybrid options and emphasis on work-life balance.
• Generous vacation policy including a gifted week in the first year and a vacation purchase program.