About Us:
The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.
Exciting Opportunity at MSK: Application Analyst II – Workday Optimization
At Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK), reliable HR and payroll systems are essential to supporting our mission of delivering world‑class cancer care. This role ensures the accuracy, stability, and integrity of Workday HR, Payroll, and integrations through proactive monitoring, testing, and change management to support flawless bi‑weekly payroll processing.
Role Overview
Testing Lead
Define testing scope, strategy, and comprehensive test plans for projects. Estimate timelines and resource needs.
Develop and oversee end-to-end testing strategies for complex, multi-tiered projects
Monitor test execution, troubleshoot issues, and utilize testing tool; Kainos to ensure timely resolution.
Lead testing initiatives for ERP Applications
Consolidate findings into detailed test reports and share quality metrics with management and senior executives
Maintain data integrity across ERP Records within Workday.
Document defects using ticketing system and report defects to business owners
Work in collaboration with Data & Analytics team to build audits & compliance reports
Support internal audits and compliance reporting.
ERP Support
Monitor system performance and identify opportunities for automation and process improvements.
Participate and support in Workday releases and upgrades, testing new features, impact analysis, system enhancements
Support tenant management strategy, including sandbox and production environments – testing
Review HCM & Payroll audits during payroll weeks to ensure payroll data worthiness
Troubleshoot system issues and resolve data discrepancies across modules.
Collaborate with HR, Payroll, and Finance leadership to support operational needs.
Ensure alignment of Workday processes with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
Respond timely to all inquiries
Run reports for cross-functional teams
Integrations and System Interfaces
Coordinate with IT and vendors on system updates and troubleshooting.
Ensure data accuracy and security across integrations.
Develop process & testing documentation.
Key Qualifications
3–5 years of hands-on experience working with HRIS or Workday, ideally in an administrative capacity
Familiarity with Workday implementations or system optimization efforts
Exposure to ERP systems and how they support broader business operations
Experience working with Kainos is a plus
Background in healthcare or other large, complex organizations is preferred
Optional certifications such as Workday HCM, Workday Payroll, or SHRM-CP/SCP
Core Skills
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a focus on data integrity and reporting accuracy
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities
Detail-oriented mindset with a high degree of accuracy and organization
Process improvement focus with the ability to identify and optimize workflows
Ability to translate complex business requirements into effective system solutions
Additional Information:
Schedule: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST, Monday - Friday
Location: Hybrid One time a Month on Site: 633 Third Avenue, New York, NY
Reporting to: Senior Director, Enterprise Business Application Services
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Compensation Philosophy
Benefits
Pay Range: $114,000.00 - $182,400.00
FSLA Status: Exempt
Closing:
At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.
MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
Skills Required
- 3-5 years hands-on experience working with HRIS or Workday
- Familiarity with Workday implementations or system optimization efforts
- Exposure to ERP systems and their role in business operations
- Experience with Kainos
- Background in healthcare or other large, complex organizations
- Optional certifications such as Workday HCM, Workday Payroll, or SHRM-CP/SCP
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills focused on data integrity and reporting accuracy
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities
- Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy and organization
- Process improvement mindset with ability to translate complex business requirements into system solutions
What We Do
The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe. One of the world’s most respected comprehensive centers devoted exclusively to cancer, we have been recognized as one of the top two cancer hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report for more than 30 years.
Why Work With Us
Our technical teams are embracing agile methodologies and user-centered design to build products that will improve the patient journey. We look forward to enhancing our use of data, analytics, and technology to improve how we work and collaborate.
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