We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist with strong Workday Payroll experience to support payroll operations for a large, multi-state organization. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on experience processing payroll in Workday and a strong understanding of U.S. payroll regulations, customer service, and payroll reconciliation.

⭐ Workday Payroll Certification is a BIG PLUS!

Key Qualifications

Workday Payroll experience is required
Workday Payroll Certification strongly preferred
Experience with multi-state payroll is required
Strong experience in payroll processing and customer service
Bachelor's degree preferred:- With a bachelor's degree: 2–4 years of progressive payroll and customer service experience
- Without a degree: 5+ years of progressive payroll and customer service experience
Strong understanding of U.S. federal, state, and local payroll regulations
Experience with multiple payroll frequencies such as weekly, biweekly, semi-monthly, and monthly
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to research and resolve complex payroll discrepancies with minimal supervision
Strong attention to detail and ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven environment

What You'll Do

Process accurate and timely payroll for a large, multi-state employee population
Administer payroll within Workday, including day-to-day processing and troubleshooting
Research, analyze, and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee/customer inquiries
Perform payroll reconciliations and validate data from timekeeping and HR systems
Review payroll inputs for inaccuracies, duplicate entries, system errors, and inconsistencies
Process off-cycle payments, reversals, voids, stop payments, garnishments, deductions, and other payroll adjustments
Ensure payroll processing complies with applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Partner with HR, HRIS, Benefits, Accounting, IT, and business-unit customers to resolve payroll-related issues
Support Workday testing, system upgrades, enhancements, and process improvements
Assist with year-end payroll activities and special taxable payments
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee payroll and personal information
Provide guidance and support to internal customers regarding payroll policies, procedures, systems, and deadlines

Work Arrangement

Hybrid work in Malvern, PA is preferred. Remote candidates may be considered if they have a strong Workday Payroll background, particularly candidates with Workday Payroll Certification.