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Workday Analyst, Audit & ReportingWDBeacon • Ottawa, ON, CA
Workday Analyst, Audit & Reporting

Workday Analyst, Audit & Reporting

WDBeacon • Ottawa, ON, CA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Temporary
Job description

Hi there! Thanks for stopping by

  • Please note that this position a 12 months contract position

Are you actively looking for a new opportunity? Or just checking the market? Well… you might just be in the right place!

We’re looking for a Workday Analyst, Audit & Reporting to join our Talent Operations, Systems and Insights team. You will play a crucial role in transforming HR data into actionable insights that drive strategic decision‑making. This individual will extract, highlight data gaps, analyze, and visualize data from Workday and other HR systems. They will collaborate closely with People Business Partners, leadership, and other stakeholders to provide data‑driven recommendations that improve HR processes, enhance the employee experience, and support business objectives.

What you’ll be doing :

Reporting and Visualization

  • Create and maintain dashboards, reports, and visualizations that effectively communicate people data insights to stakeholders.
  • Extract data from Workday and other HR systems using various reporting tools and techniques.
  • Translate business requirements into technical specifications.
  • Develop end‑to‑end solutions to reporting requirements and change requests (i.e. design, build and test reports)
  • Analyze data to identify trends, patterns, and insights related to workforce demographics, performance, compensation, turnover, and other HR metrics.
  • Interpret data and use it to determine HR program effectiveness. Contribute to establish KPIs to assess new feature releases.
  • Data Governance and Integrity

  • Ensure data integrity and accuracy by implementing data quality checks and validation procedures.
  • Contribute to the development and maintenance of data governance policies and procedures.
  • Audit

  • Perform audit procedures and analyze findings to identify and assess control deficiencies.
  • Work with management to develop and implement remediation plans to address control deficiencies.
  • Collaborate with internal and external auditors as needed to ensure scalable and consistent audit processes.
  • Collaboration and Support

  • Partner with People Business Partners and other stakeholders to understand their data needs and provide relevant insights.
  • Support HR initiatives by providing data‑driven recommendations and analysis.
  • Stay up‑to‑date on Workday reporting and analytics capabilities and best practices.
  • Conduct knowledge transfer sessions to promote data literacy and support the development of best reporting practices.
  • What you need to bring :

  • 3+ years of experience working with HR data and analytics (1–2 years of Workday reporting experience)
  • Workday experience & knowledge of calculated fields, creating advanced and matrix reports, dashboards
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Statistics, Data Science, or any combination of training and experience relevant for the role
  • Strong understanding of people data metrics and reporting best practices
  • Advanced proficiency in HR reporting tools
  • Advanced knowledge of Excel
  • Deep knowledge of configuring custom reports and handling large data sets
  • Experience maintaining data integrity across enterprise HR systems and conducting audits
  • Strong understanding of HR programs and cyclical activities in the employee lifecycle
  • Strong communication skills in English. As a global company with employees and clients outside of Quebec, fluency in English as a working language is required for this position.
  • Even better if you have, but not necessary :

  • Background working as an HR Business Analyst or Data Analyst
  • Knowledge of a data visualization tool (e.g., Tableau, Looker, etc.)
  • We know that people are more than what’s on their CV. If you’re unsure that you have the right profile for the role… hit the ‘Apply’ button and give it a try!

    What’s in it for you?

    Come live the Lightspeed experience…

  • Ability to do your job in a truly flexible hybrid environment;
  • Genuine career opportunities in a company that’s creating new jobs everyday;
  • Work in a team big enough for growth but lean enough to make a real impact.
  • … and enjoy a range of benefits that’ll keep you happy, healthy and (not) hungry

  • Unlimited paid time off policy
  • Flexible working policy
  • Health insurance
  • Health and wellness benefits
  • Possibility for transit fees to be covered
  • LinkedIn learning
  • Volunteer day
  • Lightspeed is a proud equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating an inclusive and barrier‑free workplace. Lightspeed welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

    Where to from here?

    Obviously, this has to be mutually beneficial : we want you to step into a role you love, and we want to offer you a place you’re proud to come to every day. For a glimpse into our world check out our career page here.

    Who we are :

    Powering the businesses that are the backbone of the global economy, Lightspeed’s one‑stop commerce platform helps merchants innovate to simplify, scale, and provide exceptional customer experiences. Our cloud‑commerce solution transforms and unifies online and physical operations, multichannel sales, expansion to new locations, global payments, financial solutions, and connection to supplier networks.

    Founded in Montréal, Canada in 2005, Lightspeed is dual‑listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE : LSPD) and Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX : LSPD). With teams across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, the company serves retail, hospitality, and golf businesses in over 100 countries.

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