Senior Workday Systems Analyst, Payroll

University of Pennsylvania

. Serve as functional co-lead for the Workday Payroll module .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timePhiladelphia • Pennsylvania • United StatesSenior💰 $84,961 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Workday Payroll module configuration, maintenance, and optimization, with a strong understanding of U.S. payroll tax regulations. Proven ability to translate business requirements into effective system solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

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Workday Payroll Module ConfigurationU.S. Payroll Tax RegulationsFunctional Testing for EnhancementsProcess Improvement and AutomationCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Workday ConfigurationPayroll Business ProcessesEarnings and Deductions ManagementPayroll Reporting and AnalyticsRoot-Cause AnalysisIntegrations ManagementTax Setups and AuditsPayroll Processing SupportSystem Solutions TranslationRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Project ManagementStakeholder Relationship BuildingEffective CollaborationPrioritization SkillsInitiative Driving

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationUniversity PoliciesAccounting Structure FamiliarityERP SystemsPayroll Regulations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as functional co-lead for the Workday Payroll module
Oversee end-to-end configuration, maintenance, and optimization
Provide backup functional support for Workday Time Tracking
Partner with Payroll, Workday functional leads, and business stakeholders on process improvement, automation, and Workday utilization
Translate business requirements into system configurations, business processes, reports, and functional solutions
Configure and maintain payroll business processes, earnings, deductions, calculations, tax setups, audits, validations, and integrations
Maintain payroll account posting rules and support reconciliation of payroll liabilities
Design, develop, and maintain payroll reports, dashboards, and analytics
Support payroll processing, troubleshoot issues, conduct root-cause analyses, and implement sustainable solutions
Lead functional testing for enhancements, tax updates, regulatory changes, integrations, and biannual Workday releases
Ensure configurations and processes comply with payroll regulations and University policies

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
Experience supporting two or more Workday modules, preferably within higher education
Strong understanding of payroll functionality and U.S. payroll tax regulations and taxing requirements
Ability to translate business requirements into effective system solutions
Familiarity with the University of Pennsylvania’s accounting structure and financial processes is preferred
Ability to manage multiple priorities, lead projects, and drive initiatives through completion
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and build strong stakeholder relationships
Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Tuition assistance for dependent children at other institutions
Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans
Pre-tax or Roth retirement savings options
Investment options through TIAA and Vanguard
Substantial paid time away from work
Long-term care insurance
Wellness and work-life programs and resources
Professional and personal development resources
Access to University libraries, athletic facilities, arboretum, art galleries, cultural and recreational activities
Discounts on arts, entertainment, transportation, mortgages, cars, cellular phone plans, movie tickets, and theme parks
Flexible work options and non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures
Forgivable home ownership loan for eligible employees in West Philadelphia
Adoption assistance for qualified expenses, up to two adoptions in the household