Workday Functional Consultant

Flagstar Bank

. Partner with HR Centers of Excellence and business stakeholders to understand business needs, evaluate current processes, and identify opportunities for improvement through Workday solutions .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $67,607 - $110,949 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Workday solutions, including functional areas such as Core HCM, Recruiting, and Payroll, while effectively gathering and analyzing business requirements to enhance operational efficiency. Strong analytical and communication skills facilitate collaboration with stakeholders and support successful project delivery.

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Workday Functional ExperienceHRIS ExperienceBusiness Requirements GatheringUser Acceptance Testing (UAT)Workday Certifications

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Hard Skills

Workday FunctionalityBusiness Process DesignData AnalysisReportingTest PlanningFunctional SpecificationsSolution RecommendationsProcess ImprovementStakeholder EngagementCompliance Training

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsCustomer Service Orientation

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayHR TechnologyBusiness Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Workday CertificationsWorkday Training Coursework

Industry Keywords

Human Capital ManagementHR Business ProcessesStakeholder MeetingsOperational EfficiencyCompliance Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with HR Centers of Excellence and business stakeholders to understand business needs, evaluate current processes, and identify opportunities for improvement through Workday solutions
Gather, analyze, and document business, functional, and reporting requirements
Develop business cases and solution recommendations aligned with organizational objectives and Workday best practices
Attend stakeholder meetings and discovery sessions to define requirements, evaluate options, and gain alignment on proposed solutions and process changes
Serve as a Workday subject matter expert by researching system capabilities, assessing impacts, and presenting recommendations, risks, and alternatives
Collaborate with HRIS developers, technical resources, and vendors to translate business requirements into functional specifications
Support successful delivery of approved solutions
Coordinate and support testing activities, including test planning, test script creation, user acceptance testing, defect tracking, and validation of system enhancements
Stay informed of Workday releases, new functionality, and industry best practices
Provide guidance on enhancing system utilization, employee experience, and operational efficiency
Perform special projects and additional duties as required
Maintain compliance with applicable policies, standards, laws, and regulations and complete required compliance training

Requirements

What you’ll need

Undergraduate Degree (4 years or equivalent) in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, Information Technology, or related field
4+ years of HRIS, HR Technology, or Business Systems experience
Experience gathering and documenting business requirements and facilitating stakeholder discussions
Experience supporting testing activities, including UAT planning and execution
3 years of Workday functional experience supporting Human Capital Management business processes preferred
Experience supporting one or more Workday functional areas, including Core HCM, Recruiting, Talent, Learning, Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, or Absence preferred
Experience participating in Workday implementations, optimization projects, or major enhancements preferred
Workday certifications or Workday training coursework preferred
Strong understanding of Workday functionality and HR business process design
Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Ability to evaluate multiple solution options and present recommendations to business stakeholders
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence and build consensus across varying levels of the organization
Ability to facilitate meetings and requirement gathering sessions
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Proficiency in reporting, data analysis, and interpretation of workforce information
Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships and collaborate effectively with business and technical teams
Strong customer service orientation and commitment to delivering high-quality solutions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Comprehensive leave program
Variable incentives, bonuses, commissions, or other awards may be included in total compensation