Dayforce Administrator

Overview

The Dayforce Administrator is entrusted with the oversight, setup, upkeep, and assistance of the Dayforce Human Capital Management (HCM) platform. This pivotal role guarantees that the system aligns with organizational objectives, runs smoothly, and adequately supports functions such as HR, Payroll, Workforce Management, and Talent acquisition and retention.

Primary Duties

• Administer and configure all Dayforce modules including core HR, Payroll, Time & Attendance, Benefits, and Talent Management.
• Set up and manage business rules, workflows, custom forms, policies, pay rules, and user security roles.
• Handle user permissions, access rights, and data protection measures.
• Maintain organizational charts, job classifications, and personnel records.
• Serve as the main point of contact for Dayforce troubleshooting, including identifying root causes and working with Ceridian support when complex issues arise.
• Support payroll operations such as processing, auditing, and reconciling pay codes, earnings, deductions, and taxes.
• Manage timekeeping rules, schedules, pay policies, and labor regulations within the system.
• Conduct testing for system changes, upgrades, and patches while documenting all configuration and process alterations.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, payroll standards, and internal guidelines.
• Continuously identify and recommend ways to enhance system functionality and process efficiency.
• Work with multiple legal entities beyond the U.S., including implementing the platform in various countries.
• Collaborate with companies utilizing APIs to synchronize HR system data with Dayforce, facilitating inbound and outbound third-party integrations.
• Assist employee transfers across different legal entities within the system.
• Optimize the system by suggesting useful reports, tips, tricks, and efficient configurations such as time rules.
• Possess experience with Dayforce forms, memo code creation for accumulators, and uploading data inputs like schedules.
• Support upgrade initiatives by developing comprehensive test plans and aiding in testing procedures.
• Provide training to teams to enhance understanding of system functionality.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business, or related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• Three to five years of hands-on experience administering Dayforce HCM.
• Proficient in system configuration, troubleshooting, and testing processes.
• Clear understanding of HR, Payroll, and Workforce Management operations.
• Strong analytical capabilities and effective communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Dayforce certifications covering HCM, Payroll, or Workforce Management.
• Experience with integration technologies including APIs and data interfaces.
• Background supporting multi-national or complex payroll environments.