Smartly · 21 hours ago
Workday Administrator
New York
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$110K/yr - $150K/yr
7+ years expSmartly is an AI-powered advertising technology company transforming ad experiences for brands and their consumers. They are seeking a Workday Administrator to join their People Systems team, focusing on the technical configuration and ongoing support of their Workday Human Capital Management environment while collaborating with various departments to ensure efficient people processes.
Ad TargetingAdvertisingAdvertising PlatformsE-CommerceSocial Media Advertising
Responsibilities
Administer and enhance Workday HCM, including Core HCM, Compensation, Advanced Compensation, Talent, and Time & Absence, ensuring configurations align with business processes, job architecture, and compliance standards
Troubleshoot system issues, resolve configuration challenges, and ensure smooth operation across modules
Apply deep functional understanding to evaluate the impact of changes on integrations, reports, and external systems such as payroll, benefits, and recruiting tools
Design and maintain custom reports, calculated fields, and dashboards to provide actionable insights for stakeholders and leadership teams
Work closely with IT, Finance, and Business Operations to translate business needs into scalable Workday solutions
Partner with global People teams to improve data flows, optimize business processes, and enhance the employee experience
Act as a trusted advisor on Workday best practices, providing guidance on governance, change control, and process optimization
Stay current on Workday releases and AI features, leading the assessment and implementation of new features
Own end-to-end testing processes for configuration changes, integrations, and Workday releases
Develop and maintain test scripts, regression testing plans, and validation documentation
Collaborate with technical teams to design, test, and maintain integrations between Workday and third-party platforms
Ensure data integrity, synchronization, and security across systems
Develop and maintain system documentation, training materials, and job aids to promote user adoption and consistent processes
Partner with Recruiting Operations to manage data flow between Workday and Greenhouse, ensuring seamless handoffs and accurate position management
Qualification
Required
7+ years of hands-on experience in HRIS administration with at least 5 years focused on Workday HCM
Proficient in Workday HCM, Advanced Compensation, and Security Administration, with proven success in end-to-end implementations, enhancements, and integrations
Skilled at translating complex business requirements into scalable, intuitive system configurations
Strong analytical mindset with a focus on data accuracy and continuous improvement
Capable of independently managing multiple projects from requirements gathering to deployment and post-launch support
Strong communication and change management skills with a proactive approach to stakeholder engagement
Thrives in a fast-paced, global environment
Able to pivot quickly to meet evolving priorities while maintaining attention to detail
Experienced in designing and maintaining Workday security frameworks across global markets, ensuring appropriate data access, compliance, and audit readiness
Preferred
Workday Pro Certification in HCM, Compensation, or Security
Experience supporting global organizations with complex data structures and integrations
Familiarity with Greenhouse, ADP, and other HR tech tools
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business, or related field
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits
Professional growth support
Company
Smartly
Smartly is the AI-powered advertising technology company transforming ad experiences for brands and their consumers.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$22.8MKey Investors
Highland EuropeLifeline Ventures
2019-12-18Acquired
2019-11-29Series Unknown
2017-09-19Secondary Market· $20M
Leadership Team
Kristo Ovaska
Founder & Board Member
Tuomo Riekki
Founder & Board/Advisor
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