Dayforce HCM (HR/Payroll) System Consultant

Align HCM is looking for an experienced Dayforce HCM (HR/Payroll) System Consultant to join our growing Dayforce practice. You will own the Payroll workstream on end-to-end Dayforce implementations, from discovery and solution design through configuration, testing, parallel, go-live, and post-go-live support. In this role, you will translate client payroll and HR requirements into accurate, compliant Dayforce solutions, build client relationships grounded in trust, and keep growing your expertise across the Dayforce HCM product suite.

Primary Duties and Key Responsibilities

• Lead clients through end-to-end Dayforce Payroll implementations, including discovery, requirements gathering, gap analysis, solution design, configuration, testing, parallel, cutover, go-live, and post-go-live support.
• Document and validate client business requirements and map them to Dayforce functionality, challenging requirements and recommending best practices where they add value.
• Configure and validate Dayforce Payroll, including pay groups and calendars, earnings and deductions, federal, state, and local tax setup, garnishments, general ledger (GL) mapping, and payroll reports and outputs, along with the core HR setup that drives payroll (org structure, positions, and employee data).
• Create data mapping and validate conversions from source payroll systems to Dayforce, including year-to-date balances, tax and deduction history, and banking; write functional specifications for customizations and partner with integration resources on GL, benefits, banking, and third-party interfaces.
• Build test scenarios and lead payroll testing, including unit, system, user acceptance (UAT), and parallel testing with payroll balancing and reconciliation; research, triage, and document discrepancies (including root cause) through resolution.
• Plan and support cutover activities, including final balance loads, first-payroll processing support, and go-live readiness, with attention to quarter-end and year-end timing.
• Facilitate client workshops and working sessions, and produce clear design documents, configuration workbooks, and meeting notes.
• Provide post-go-live support and knowledge transfer so client teams can confidently own and maintain their solution.
• Manage multiple client engagements concurrently, tracking your time accurately, forecasting hours, and monitoring your own KPIs.
• Escalate risks and issues to project managers or practice leads in a timely and professional manner.
• Contribute to the Align Dayforce practice by documenting best practices, sharing solutions, mentoring teammates, and staying current on each Dayforce release.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on Dayforce implementation experience, including direct configuration of Dayforce Payroll (pay groups, earnings and deductions, tax, and GL).
• Experience delivering full end-to-end Dayforce implementations, from discovery through go-live and post-go-live support.
• Strong understanding of U.S. payroll practices and compliance, including multi-state taxation, garnishments, and quarter-end and year-end processing.
• Experience writing test scenarios, leading testing cycles (including parallel testing and payroll balancing), and troubleshooting and documenting discrepancies.
• Ownership mindset, with the ability to take accountability for your work, deliver low-defect output, and proactively manage your own time and performance targets.
• Client-facing confidence, with the ability to earn client trust, engage stakeholders professionally, and handle feedback constructively.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills, with the ability to present material and facilitate client working sessions.
• Ability to manage multiple clients concurrently, complete timesheets promptly, and meet or exceed utilization targets.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

These are strong pluses, not requirements. If you don’t check every box, we still encourage you to apply.

• Experience using Dayforce Activate implementation tooling.
• Prior experience at a Dayforce implementation partner (SI) or at Dayforce directly.
• Dayforce Payroll certification, or a commitment to achieving certification as part of onboarding; a Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) is also a plus.
• Experience with additional Dayforce modules, such as WFM (Time & Attendance and Scheduling), HR, Benefits, Recruiting, or Onboarding.
• Familiarity with Dayforce integration tools, data exchange methodologies, or the Dayforce Extensibility Framework; basic SQL or XML knowledge is a plus.
• Experience with Canadian or multi-country payroll.
• Experience with other payroll or HCM platforms, such as UKG, Workday, or ADP.
• Background in HR operations, payroll processing, or accounting that brings practical context to client conversations.

Why Align HCM?

• Impact: Help organizations simplify pay and HR processes for thousands of employees.
• Growth: Continuous learning opportunities and the chance to deepen your UKG / Dayforce expertise.
• Flexibility: Remote-first culture with the tools and support you need to succeed from anywhere.
• Collaboration: Work with a team of experienced consultants who genuinely enjoy solving problems together.
• Variety: Every client is different—no two implementations are the same.

Benefits:

Align HCM provides professional development, ongoing training, and benefits to our outstanding remote team. Along with an open vacation policy and paid volunteer days, we offer:

• Base Salary plus Incentive Pay
• GRSP with Employer Match
• Medical Plan with Medavie Blue Cross
• Dental & Vision
• Extended Health Care
• Life Insurance for you and your family
• Online Doctor Service
• Travel Insurance

Schedule:
This position follows US Eastern Time business hours, Monday through Friday.

Location:
Remote (Canada)

Compensation:
Base salary: CAD $80,000 - CAD $100,000

Align HCM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We celebrate the diverse backgrounds and perspectives of our Aligners and are committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Employment decisions at Align HCM are made without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical or mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, or any other characteristic that makes our people unique.

We believe diversity fuels innovation and helps create a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. If you're excited about this role but don’t meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply.