Workday Payroll Administrator Principal

SHIFT: Day (United States of America) Seeking Breakthrough Makers Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation. At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care—and your career. CHOP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, or any other legally protected categories in any employment, training, or vendor decisions or programs. CHOP recognizes the critical importance of a workforce rich in varied backgrounds and experiences and engages in ongoing efforts to achieve that through equally varied and non-discriminatory means. A Brief Overview The Workday Payroll Administrator Principal is a strategic technology and transformation leader for Payroll operations, configuration, and optimization. This role is responsible for architecting and governing the payroll ecosystem within Workday, ensuring accuracy, compliance, scalability, and seamless integration with upstream and downstream systems. Operating with broad autonomy, the Workday Payroll Administrator leads enterprise‑level initiatives, defines payroll configuration standards, and drives continuous improvement across processes, reporting, and system functionality. This position par