Job Information
Actalent Workday Reporting Support Analyst in Boston, Massachusetts
Job Title: Reporting Support Analyst
Job Description
The Reporting Support Analyst supports the design, build, validation, and deployment of Workday HCM reports during a full HCM implementation. This role partners closely with HR, Payroll, and other functional teams to deliver accurate, secure, and business‑ready reporting throughout implementation, testing, and go‑live, enabling informed decision‑making across the organization.
Responsibilities
Gather and document detailed reporting requirements from HR, Payroll, and business stakeholders.
Design, build, and maintain a variety of Workday reports, including Standard, Advanced, Matrix, and Composite reports.
Support data validation, reconciliation, and testing activities to ensure data accuracy and consistency.
Assist with data conversion efforts and help ensure data integrity across legacy systems and Workday.
Develop dashboards and analytics that support HR and leadership decision‑making.
Troubleshoot reporting issues, data discrepancies, and performance problems, and drive timely resolutions.
Support user acceptance testing (UAT), go‑live activities, and post‑production reporting needs.
Create and maintain clear reporting documentation, including logic, data sources, and business rules.
Train end users on report usage, self‑service reporting capabilities, and best practices.
Ensure all reporting activities comply with data governance, security, and privacy standards.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to continuously improve reporting quality and efficiency.
Other duties as assigned.
Essential Skills
2–5+ years of HRIS reporting or data analytics experience.
Hands‑on experience with Workday reporting.
Strong understanding of HCM processes, including Core HR, Payroll, Benefits, and Compensation.
Experience supporting system implementations and data migration activities.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, formulas, and data analysis.
Proficiency in data entry and maintaining accurate data records.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a focus on data quality and integrity.
Effective verbal and written communication skills for working with stakeholders and end users.
Ability to work with data governance, security, and privacy standards in a reporting context.
Solid general computer skills and comfort working with HR and reporting technologies.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business, or a related field.
Experience collaborating with HR, Payroll, and cross‑functional teams during system implementations.
Experience in supporting user acceptance testing, go‑live, and post‑production support.
Experience creating end‑user training materials and delivering training on reporting and self‑service tools.
Ability to document reporting logic, data sources, and business rules in a clear and structured manner.
Work Environment
This role operates in a professional, technology‑driven environment focused on implementing and optimizing Workday HCM. You will work extensively with Workday reporting tools, Microsoft Excel, and other HR and business systems to support a full HCM implementation. The position typically follows standard business hours, with additional flexibility during key project phases such as testing and go‑live. The work involves close collaboration with HR, Payroll, and functional teams, as well as independent analysis and report development in an office or remote setting, depending on organizational policies.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Boston, MA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 28, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.