HR Systems Analyst - Workday (Time and Absence)

The Opportunity:

Avantor is seeking a Workday Sr. HR Systems Analyst with a focus on Workday Time Tracking and Absence Management evaluation, design, and configuration within the HR Technology team. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in implementing, optimizing, and maintaining end-to-end Time and Absence configurations in Workday. This role emphasizes designing efficient processes for time capture, scheduling, absence tracking, and accrual management that align with business and compliance requirements. The analyst will collaborate closely with HR, Payroll, and functional experts to ensure accurate, compliant, and user-friendly time and leave management across Avantor’s global operations.

This is a full-time, remote position. If you are passionate about optimizing time and absence solutions and making a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, innovative environment, Avantor is the place for you!

The Team

The HR Technology team is responsible for leveraging technology to meet the strategic needs of Avantor’s human resources operations while fostering an environment of continuous growth and innovation. As part of this dynamic team, you will contribute to projects that enhance Workday Time Tracking and Absence configurations and improve user experiences across the company.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Human Resources, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience configuring Workday Time Tracking and/or Workday Absence Management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting global or multi-country Workday deployments preferred.
• Workday Time and Absence Pro certification is highly preferred.
• Additional experience in configuring other Workday modules (e.g., Compensation, Benefits) is a plus.

Skills & Competencies:

• For Absence Focus:
  • Hands-on experience in configuring Workday Absence Management, including setting up absence plans, time-off policies, and accrual calculations to ensure accurate leave tracking.
  • Proficient in designing and managing calculated fields, condition rules, and eligibility criteria for absence events to align with business requirements.
  • Skilled in managing year-end accrual configurations, ensuring accurate adjustments, compliance with company policies, and seamless rollovers.
  • Experience in configuring and managing leave of absence setups, including eligibility rules, return-to-work processes, and compliance considerations.
• For Time Tracking Focus:
  • Strong hands-on experience configuring Workday Time Tracking, including work schedules, time entry codes, time calculations, and validation rules.
  • Proficiency in managing time entry, approval workflows, and integrations with Payroll and Absence.
  • Ability to design and implement time calculation rules (overtime, shift differentials, meal breaks, etc.) to meet complex business needs.
  • Understanding of compliance requirements related to FLSA, working time regulations, and other regional labor laws.

• Strong problem-solving skills with an analytical mindset.
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with ServiceNow HRSD.

HOW YOU WILL THRIVE AND CREATE AN IMPACT:

• Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of Workday Time and Absence configurations to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with HR, Payroll, and IT teams to ensure seamless integration between Time, Absence, and downstream systems.
• Act as a subject matter expert (SME) on Time and Absence functionalities, advising HR and business partners on best practices and enhancements .
• Drive standardization and process optimization across Avantor’s global HR technology landscape.
• Ensure data accuracy, system integrity, and compliance across all Time and Absence configurations.

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Disclaimer:

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