Sr. Enterprise Analyst - Workday Systems

Position Overview

Sr. Enterprise Analyst – Workday Compensation Systems at Aero Vironment (AV)

Location:

Washington, DC (remote options). Senior – Mid‑Senior level. Full‑time.

Salary range: $136,807 – $194,040 per year.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Enterprise Analyst to support Compensation, Talent & Performance for Workday Systems. This role involves managing and optimizing Workday compensation processes, ensuring efficient operation and continuous improvement of the Workday Advanced Compensation System and the Workday Talent & Performance modules. The ideal candidate will leverage their Workday expertise to meet employee and business needs, collaborating closely with stakeholders such as HR Ops, Compensation, Performance, Benefits, and IT teams.

• Partner with business units to view every decision through a customer lens.
• Reimagine processes to deliver best‑in‑class results using people, process, data, and technology.
• Act as SME for designated business units: attend meetings, document workflows, and serve as a trusted advisor.
• Develop business requirements, analyze data, and lead digitalization and automation initiatives.
• Maintain a three‑year business and technology solution roadmap.
• Configure and manage the Workday Talent and Performance module (performance reviews, talent reviews, calibration, career development, succession planning).
• Launch Annual Merit, Bonus, Mid‑year, and Annual performance review cycles.
• Write requirements to obtain data from enterprise teams and analyze trends.
• Communicate with business leadership to align initiatives with roadmaps and priorities.
• Champion system enhancements, customizations, and upgrades to improve user experience.
• Perform tenant configuration, data loads (EIBs), and sandbox management.
• Escalate bottlenecks and ensure seamless transition during deployments.
• Collaborate across domains to ensure consistent terminology and processes.
• Manage post‑implementation enhancement requests and prioritize technology projects.
• Support project management of cross‑functional initiatives, ensuring successful integration and adoption.
• Provide training and knowledge transfer to leadership and peers.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 12–15 years of Business Relationship Management / Business Analysis experience with multiple SaaS and Cloud systems.
• In‑depth knowledge of Workday HRIS modules (Core HR, Payroll, Benefits, Recruiting, Talent, etc.).
• Proven experience as a Senior Business Analyst implementing and managing Workday’s Core and Advanced Compensation work streams, as well as Talent and Performance modules.
• Hands‑on expertise launching annual merit, bonus, and performance review cycles.
• Proficiency with Workday Report Writer and advanced reporting techniques.
• Understanding of HRIS security concepts and data privacy best practices.
• Experience managing SLAs and acting as single point of contact for production issues.
• Ability to write module design documents and test cases.
• Experience with system integrations and data migration projects (plus).
• Strong knowledge of interface workflows and underlying database tables required.
• Strong communication skills: oral presentations, writing, negotiation, active listening, and influencing positive team dynamics.
• Ability to work in a multi‑project environment and support multiple internal customers/departments.

• Experience conducting business requirement workshops.
• Strategic mindset with tactical execution.
• Project management skills: pipeline management, demand generation, deadlines, prioritization, and process.
• Deep understanding of day‑to‑day operations and business needs of business units.
• High‑level negotiation and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to influence others and break down organizational silos.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Logical thinking applied to complex problems.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Visio, Excel, Project, Access, PowerPoint).
• Fast‑paced, deadline‑driven work ability.
• Strong organization,…