Workday Absence and Time tracking consultant

• Lead or support Workday support/implementation projects across Absence, Time Tracking, and Payroll modules.
• Gather and analyze business requirements, design solutions, and configure Workday to meet client needs.
• Configure time entry codes, time calculation rules, eligibility criteria, absence plans, accruals, and payroll inputs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (HCM, Benefits, Compensation, Integrations) to ensure seamless data flow.
• Conduct unit testing, end-to-end testing, and support user acceptance testing (UAT).
• Troubleshoot configuration issues and provide post-implementation support.
• Develop and maintain functional documentation, configuration workbooks, and process guides.
• Work closely with clients to provide expert guidance on best practices and process optimization.
• Support periodic Workday releases, regression testing, and enhancement requests.
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with Workday Absence Management, Time Tracking, and Payroll modules.
• End-to-end implementation experience in at least one of the mentioned modules (preferably more than one).
• Strong understanding of time calculation rules, accruals, time entry, and absence plans.
• Knowledge of payroll inputs, validations, and pay calculation logic within Workday.
• Experience with EIBs, reporting, and integration touchpoints with third-party payroll systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and client-facing skills.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Workday Certification(s) in Absence, Time Tracking, or Payroll.
• Experience with global implementations or multi-country rollouts.
  

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, HR, or a related field (or equivalent experience).