Associate Principal - Package Implementation

We are seeking a proactive Workday HR Reporting Analyst with over 12 years of experience to design, develop, and maintain comprehensive Workday reports and analytics across various HR domains. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Workday reporting tools, including Advanced Matrix Composite and Advanced Matrix reports, and be capable of managing complex reporting requirements for a large, multinational organization. This role involves working across multiple countries and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to deliver actionable workforce insights aligned with global HR standards. The position typically operates from 12:30 PM to 8:30 PM IST and is open to candidates based anywhere in India.

Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and optimize Workday reports, including Advanced Matrix Composite and Advanced Matrix reports, to meet evolving business needs.
- Configure calculated fields and custom reporting solutions addressing complex HR and organizational requirements.
- Manage reporting across multiple Workday modules such as Core HR, PS Workforce Administration, Recruitment, Security, Talent and Performance, Benefits, and Compensation.
- Maintain and enhance existing reporting frameworks, troubleshoot issues, and resolve user-reported problems efficiently.
- Establish and document reporting processes, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), workflows, and governance frameworks to ensure consistency and quality.
- Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to reporting accuracy, quality, and service delivery.
- Collaborate closely with HR leaders and business stakeholders to gather requirements and conduct reporting reviews, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
- Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to support workforce decision-making.
- Analyze Workday system updates and releases to assess their impact on reporting and implement necessary adjustments.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives by automating reporting processes and adopting Workday enhancements and best practices.
- Ensure strict adherence to data integrity, confidentiality, and compliance with data privacy and security standards.
- Act as a player-coach by managing and mentoring a team of reporting analysts while independently handling complex projects.
- Promote knowledge sharing and contribute to building organizational capabilities within global, cross-functional teams.

Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 10 years of hands-on Workday experience with at least 7 years focused on reporting.
- Strong technical competency in Workday Report Writer and advanced reporting tools.
- In-depth knowledge of Workday modules including Core HR, PS Workforce Administration, Recruitment, Security, Talent and Performance, Benefits, and Compensation.
- Proven experience in designing and developing calculated fields and custom reports.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of engaging with multiple country operating companies (opcos) across 39 countries and a workforce exceeding 40,000 employees.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor and guide team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
- High ownership mindset with a bias for action and comfort working in ambiguous situations.
- Flexibility in total years of experience may be considered for candidates with exceptional technical expertise.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits:
- Experience with Workday Advanced Matrix reporting is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with Workday Security, Benefits, and Compensation modules is advantageous.
- Exposure to global HR standards and best practices in reporting and analytics.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic, cross-cultural environment supporting a large multinational organization.
- Engagement in continuous learning and professional development through exposure to the latest Workday updates and innovations.

This role offers a unique opportunity to lead and innovate within a complex, global HR reporting environment, driving impactful insights that support strategic workforce decisions.