Staff HRIS Analyst

Description AppFolio is more than a company. We’re a community of dreamers, big thinkers, problem solvers, active listeners, and multipliers. At every opportunity, we set the pace while delivering innovation built to carry real estate into the future. One in which every experience feels effortless, yet meaningful. Where customers are empowered to take on any opportunity. We show up as one team, connected by our values to be a force for good. Because together, we have the power to create extraordinary outcomes for our customers, our communities, and ourselves. We are looking for a Staff HRIS Analyst who will serve as a senior functional lead within our HR Technology team. This role is designed for a Workday expert who thrives at the intersection of complex module configuration, business process optimization, and high-level data storytelling. You will be responsible for the health, scalability, and functional excellence of our Workday ecosystem, ensuring our HR tools empower our people and our business. Your impact Functional Architecture: Lead the end-to-end functional configuration and optimization of Workday modules, including HCM, Talent, Time Tracking/Absence, Benefits, and Advanced Compensation. Advanced Analytics & Reporting: Serve as an SME in HR reporting, utilizing Discovery Boards, Advanced/Matrix Reports, and RaaS to provide actionable insights to leadership. System Optimization: Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for new feature adoption, ensuring AppFolio is utilizing the full breadth of Workday’s functional capabilities. Vendor Management: Partner with external vendors (Payroll, 401k, Insurance, etc) to manage the end-to-end lifecycle of data exchange and file transmissions. Integration Configuration: Ability to configure entry-level integrations such as Core Connectors, RaaS, and EIBs to connect Workday to external platforms and vendors. Release Management: Co-Lead the evaluation of Workday’s semi-annual releases, identifying new features that drive efficiency. Qualifications 6+ years of hands-on experience in Workday HCM, with a proven track record of designing and implementing complex, cross-functional solutions across key modules (e.g., Benefits, Recruiting, Advanced Compensation, and Time Tracking/Absence). Expert proficiency in building advanced custom reports, including matrix, composite, and nBox reports, as well as developing complex, multi-level calculated fields. Deep functional knowledge of Workday Business Process configuration and the ability to translate business requirements into technical system specifications. Expert-level knowledge of Workday Security configuration, ensuring robust data protection across all functional domains. Strong Analytical Mindset: Ability to synthesize complex data sets into clear, visual stories for executive-level decision-making. Nice to Have Familiarity with the application of AI/Machine Learning models in the HR space, particularly in how to integrate Workday with Generative AI tools to enhance HR service delivery. Experience with Workday Orchestrate and Studio. Location Find out more about our locations by visiting our site . Compensation & Benefits The compensation that we reasonably expect to pay for this role is: $125,600 - $157,000 [base pay]. The actual compensation for this role will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, education, experience, and internal equity. Please note that compensation is just one aspect of a comprehensive Total Rewards package. The compensation range listed here does not include additional benefits or any discretionary bonuses you may be eligible for based on your role and/or employment type. Regular full-time employees are eligible for benefits - see here . #LI-MM1 About AppFolio AppFolio is the technology leader powering the future of the real estate industry. Our innovative platform and trusted partnership enable our customers to connect communities, increase operational efficiency, and grow their business. For more information about AppFolio, visit appfolio.com. Why AppFolio Grow | We enable a culture of high performance, where delivering results is recognized by opportunities for growth and compelling total rewards. Our challenging and meaningful work drive the growth of our business, and ourselves. Learn | We partner with you to realize your potential by investing in you from the start. We're cultivating a team of big thinkers through coaching and mentorship with our best-in-class leaders, and giving you the time and tools to develop your skills. Impact | We are creating a world where living in, investing in, managing, and supporting communities feels magical and effortless, freeing people to thrive. We do this by innovating with purpose while cultivating a culture of impact. We learn as much from each other as we do our customers and our communities. Connect | We excel at hybrid work by fostering an environment that feels flexible, personal and connected, no matter where we are. We create space to fuel innovation and collaboration, and we come together to celebrate, connect, and succeed. Paddle as One. Learn more at appfolio.com/company/careers Statement of Equal Opportunity At AppFolio, we value diversity in backgrounds and perspectives and depend on it to drive our innovative culture. That’s why we’re a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, and we believe that our products, our teams, and our business are stronger because of it. This means that no matter what race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, or veteran status, you’re always welcome at AppFolio.