Senior Dayforce Consultant (Workforce Management)

HR PATH • Kannapolis, NC

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About The Position

The Dayforce Implementation Senior Consultant leads end-to-end implementations of Dayforce across Workforce Management modules. This role requires deep functional expertise, strong client-facing skills, and the ability to translate complex business requirements into scalable Dayforce solutions. The Senior Consultant serves as a trusted advisor to clients, ensuring successful deployment, adoption, and optimization of the Dayforce HCM platform.

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on experience implementing Dayforce and 10 years HRIS experience
• Strong functional expertise in WFM ( Workforce Management)
• Proven experience leading client-facing implementation projects.
• Deep understanding of workforce management processes.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Strong leadership and client-management presence.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• High attention to detail and process discipline.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving structure in complex implementations.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

• Certification(s) in Dayforce modules.
• Experience working in a consulting firm or fast-paced implementation environment.
• Experience with data migration and HCM integrations.
• Project management training or certifications (PMP, Agile, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle Dayforce implementations specially WFM , including discovery, requirements gathering, configuration, testing, deployment, and go-live support.
• Configure Dayforce module(WFM) according to client needs and best practices.
• Translate business processes into Dayforce system workflows while ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.
• Conduct gap analysis and recommend process improvements or system enhancements.
• Oversee and perform data migration activities, including data mapping, validation, and reconciliation.
• Develop and lead testing strategy: SIT, UAT, regression testing, parallel payroll testing, and issue resolution.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for client stakeholders throughout the implementation.
• Facilitate workshops, demonstrations, and training sessions for client teams.
• Provide subject-matter expertise on Dayforce functionality, configuration options, and industry best practices.
• Manage client expectations, communicate project status, and identify risks or dependencies proactively.
• Advise clients on post-go-live optimization opportunities to maximize Dayforce value.
• Collaborate with project managers to build project plans, manage timelines, and deliver key milestones.
• Work cross-functionally with technical consultants, integration specialists, and payroll/HR SMEs.
• Support integration efforts between Dayforce and external systems (ATS, ERP, benefits carriers, payroll interfaces, etc.)
• Document functional requirements, configuration decisions, user guides, and training materials.

Benefits

• A highly stimulating and fulfilling work environment with international development
• Rapid career growth with numerous opportunities for development (horizontal & vertical): international mobility, training, and certification
• A good work-life balance with telecommuting possibilities
• Investment in the development of our employees; quarterly team events, annual seminar etc.
• We are Happy at Work certified and continue to listen to our employees. If you value a culture that respects diversity, individual courage, integrity, excellence and encourages team collaboration, HR Path is the place for you.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed