Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. KBR is seeking a Workday Compensation Configuration Analyst to support its HRIS leadership team. The role focuses on configuring and optimizing Workday Advanced Compensation, executing annual compensation cycles, developing reports and data loads, maintaining data integrity, supporting system enhancements, and providing stakeholder and Tier 2 user support across Workday modules.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a hands-on configuration expert across Workday, with deep focus on Advanced Compensation—designing, building, and maintaining salary, bonus, and equity (stock) plans, eligibility rules, and cycle frameworks—while also supporting configuration across Core HCM, Recruiting, and other modules to ensure cohesive, scalable system design aligned with business strategy
- Own end-to-end configuration and execution of ASR processes in Workday (e.g., Mass Operation Management and BIRT), defined by the COE, to include Compensation Statements and reporting
- Partner with Compensation and People teams to design and enhance business processes and system functionality
- Support Workday releases, enhancements, and compensation cycle readiness through testing (UAT), validation, and issue resolution
- Develop and maintain Workday reports, dashboards, hubs and data extracts to support People operations and decision-making
- Ensure accuracy and consistency of set-up data through audit controls, system-driven validations, and adherence to data governance standards
- Translate compensation program requirements into Workday solutions, providing recommendations based on system capabilities and best practices
- Manage the Workday Help support queue as Tier 2 support across all functional areas; triage, investigate, and resolve issues with appropriate urgency while providing clear communication to end users
- Develop and maintain knowledge base documentation and training materials
- Support adherence to data privacy regulations, audit requirements, and Workday security protocols
- Plan, coordinate and execute high-volume data loads using EIBs across multiple functional areas
Skills
- • Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, data analytics, business administration, or a related field required
- • 5 + years of experience in Compensation, HRIS, IT, or HR technology environments supporting enterprise systems
- • Hands-on experience required in Workday Compensation module
- • Proficient in compensation cycles (e.g., ASR, bonus planning) within Workday or similar systems
- • Demonstrated hands-on expertise configuring Workday Compensation, Advanced Compensation and HCM Modules with deep knowledge of business process frameworks, security model, and reporting; able to independently design, build, and deploy complex configurations
- • Proven track record of delivering scalable Workday solutions, with extensive experience actively configuring and optimizing system functionality across modules
- • Strong understanding of compensation processes (e.g., merit increases, promotions, bonuses, salary structures)
- • Workday reporting tools (e.g., Advanced, Matrix, Composite reports) and data analysis experience
- • Expertise supporting Workday releases, testing cycles (UAT), and defect resolution
- • Strong attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy, system reliability, and process improvement
- • Ability to translate business requirements into technical configurations and system solutions
- • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across functional teams
- • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment
- • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a growing ability to see interdependencies across modules
- • Troubleshoot complex system and data issues and the ability to communicate technical concepts in a business-friendly way
- • Commitment to continuous learning and staying current on Workday functionality and best practices
- •KBR, Inc. will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B, TN, E-3, O-1) or employment-based permanent residence (green card) for this position. Candidates must have unrestricted work authorization that does not now, or in the future , require sponsorship•
- Workday Pro Certification(s) in Compensation or related module
- Preferably this position will be located on site at our Houston Office, but we will consider remote work for the right candidate
Benefits
- Remote work will be considered for the right candidate
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