Senior Workday Systems Analyst, Payroll
Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System
Summary
The Senior Workday Analyst serves as a senior functional expert responsible for the configuration, support, optimization, and continuous improvement of Workday Payroll and a backup for Time configuration as well as related processes. Working closely with Payroll, Human Resources, Benefits, Finance, and IT partners, you will lead system enhancements, implement new functionality, support payroll operations and compliance requirements.
Job description
Job Responsibilities
- Serve as the functional co-lead for the Workday Payroll module, overseeing end-to-end configuration, maintenance, and ongoing optimization.
- Provide backup functional support for the Workday Time Tracking module.
- Partner with the Payroll Office, Workday functional leads, and business stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and enhanced utilization of Workday functionality.
- Analyze business requirements and translate them into effective system configurations, business processes, reports, and functional solutions.
- Configure and maintain payroll-related business processes, earnings, deductions, payroll calculations, tax setups, audits, validations, and integrations supporting U.S. payroll operations.
- Configure and maintain payroll account posting rules and support the accurate recording and reconciliation of payroll liabilities within the University's accounting structure.
- Design, develop, and maintain payroll reports, dashboards, and analytics using Workday reporting tools to support operational efficiency, data accuracy, and informed decision-making.
- Support payroll processing by executing audit reports, troubleshooting system and processing issues, conducting root-cause analyses, and implementing sustainable solutions.
- Lead functional testing for payroll enhancements, tax updates, regulatory changes, integrations, and Workday biannual releases to ensure system accuracy and operational readiness.
- Ensure Workday Payroll configurations and processes comply with applicable federal, state, and local payroll regulations, as well as University policies and procedures.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science and 3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
- Minimum of 3 years of hands-on functional experience with Workday or a comparable enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.
- Demonstrated expertise in supporting two or more Workday modules, preferably within a higher education environment.
- Strong understanding of payroll functionality, U.S. payroll tax regulations, and applicable taxing requirements.
- Strong analytical, critical-thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into effective system solutions.
- Familiarity with the University of Pennsylvania's accounting structure and financial processes is preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, lead projects, and drive initiatives through completion.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and build strong working relationships with stakeholders.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science and 3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum of 3 years of hands-on functional experience with Workday or a comparable ERP system
- Demonstrated expertise in supporting two or more Workday modules
- Strong understanding of payroll functionality, U.S. payroll tax regulations, and applicable taxing requirements
- Strong analytical, critical-thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to translate business requirements into effective system solutions
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, lead projects, and drive initiatives through completion
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and build strong working relationships with stakeholders
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition Assistance
- Retirement Plans
- Paid Time Off
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Wellness Programs
- Professional Development
- Adoption Assistance
- Home Ownership Services
- Flexible Work Hours
Company overview
Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System is one of the world's leading academic medical centers, representing a comprehensive healthcare system that combines the University of Pennsylvania Health System with the Perelman School of Medicine. Founded in 1765 as the nation's first medical school, Penn Medicine has a distinguished history of medical innovation, including pioneering Nobel Prize-winning mRNA vaccine technology and developing CAR T cell therapy for cancer treatment. The organization operates seven major hospitals across Pennsylvania and New Jersey, including the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Pennsylvania Hospital, Chester County Hospital, Lancaster General Health, Penn Medicine Princeton Health, and Doylestown Health. With nearly 49,000 team members and an $11.9 billion enterprise, Penn Medicine delivers exceptional patient care while advancing biomedical research and medical education. The system consistently ranks among the top recipients of NIH funding, receiving $580 million in the 2023 fiscal year, and maintains a strong commitment to community service, health equity, and sustainability initiatives throughout the Delaware Valley region.