Workday Reporting and Prism Analytics Architect

**VirtualResource (VR)** is a boutique consultancy supporting companies to optimise their HR systems and Workday. We strive to be the go-to company that partners with businesses to optimise their HR technology landscape.

**Our people are our most important asset**
- We recognise the need for a committed, skilled and loyal team and strive to create a working environment that is flexible, caring and considerate of all needs.
- We attract the best people and reward them appropriately
- Staff development and upskilling are core to what we do

**What is the role about?**

We are seeking a skilled **Workday Reporting and Prism Analytics Architec**t to lead the design and implementation of advanced reporting solutions. In this role, you will deliver strategic insights to clients through custom dashboards and data models, support go-to-market initiatives, contribute to sales opportunities, and mentor internal team members to strengthen overall capability.

**Responsibilities will include**:

- ** Develop Analytical Solutions** using Workday reporting, Prism Analytics, and Adaptive to meet client-specific needs.
- ** Design Data Solutions** that support complex cross-functional HCM requirements through custom dashboards and reports.
- ** Collaborate with Stakeholders** to understand intricate reporting requirements and deliver actionable insights.
- ** Manage Integrations** between Workday, Prism, Adaptive, and external data sources, ensuring smooth data flow and integrity.
- ** Embed Risk and Controls** to ensure compliance with data privacy and security standards.
- ** Lead Continuous Improvement** by staying up to date with Workday releases and proactively preparing for changes.
- ** Coach and Mentor** hub team members to support skill development and performance growth.

As a member of the VR team, you will have the flexibility to manage your own day, as long as you meet your set objectives and client demands. Often your team will be a mix of on-site and remote based members who will connect using IM, video calls and an online ticketing system. Good communication skills and time management is essential for this role.

**What skills are we looking for?**

Our roles are remotely based (even pre-Covid), meaning you will be working from your home office, connecting with your client and team on a daily basis.

To be successful in this type of environment, you will need to have the ability to communicate effectively (in English) with cross-functional teams, explain complex concepts in easy, understandable terms, align HR / business knowledge with Workday functionality, and proactively drive process improvements. You will need to be comfortable with video calls and be proactive in keeping communication channels open with your client and team.

**Must have Skills Required**
- Minimum **5 years’ experience** in Workday **Reporting** and **Prism Analytics**
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in **Adaptive planning**
- ** Strong** **proficiency** across the **full Workday Analytics suite**, including Report Writer, Discovery Boards, Worksheets, Slides, and People Analytics
- Extensive experience managing data integration across Workday platforms and external data sources.
- Proven ability to **interpret complex data** and deliver actionable insights through reports and dashboards.
- Detailed knowledge of data privacy, security, and embedding controls in reporting solutions.
- Strong organizational skills with experience managing priorities, improvements, and upgrades.
- Proven ability to work with multiple cross-functional teams including business users and other technology teams;
- Workday certifications in Reporting and HCM

**Other Qualifications/Skills that will be beneficial but not mandatory**
- College or University Degree in HR or Information Systems
- Experience in HCM or Finance domains.
- Experience with reporting tools such as PowerBI and Tableau if possible
- Exposure to Agile delivery methodologies.
- Workday certifications in Prism Analytics
- As this is a remote role, _**_you can be based anywhere in South Africa_**_, so long as you are authorised to work without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future._