HCM Analyst (Dayforce Implementation - 12 mos contract)

Job Description

What's the role?

Help shape the next evolution of our HR and Payroll ecosystem!

We're looking for an HCM Analyst to support the full migration from ADP to Dayforce , a major enterprise-wide transformation initiative that will modernize how our teams manage HR, Payroll, Time & Attendance, Scheduling, and more.

What you'll do

As an HCM Analyst , you’ll work closely with our HR and Payroll Leads throughout the migration and implementation lifecycle. Your expertise will help ensure data integrity, streamline processes, and enable a successful deployment of Dayforce modules across the organization.

• Provide best‑practice guidance and ensure consistency of requirements across divisions.
• Analyze, cleanse, and transform HR, Payroll, and Time & Attendance data from ADP as part of the full migration to Dayforce.
• Identify, document, and support the resolution of project‑related issues such as system bugs, functional gaps, or conflicting business needs.
• Maintain detailed as‑built system documentation related to configuration decisions and process design.
• Develop data mapping strategies and perform data validation / reconciliation (headcount, earnings, deductions, balances, historical payroll data).
• Support parallel payroll testing, identify variances, and track data‑related issues to closure.
• Design custom Dayforce forms and configure automated workflows (including XML‑based workflow logic).
• Build and maintain dashboards and reports for HR and Finance stakeholders.
• Apply data governance best practices, including quality checks, audit support, and documentation.
• Partner with the Business Analyst, Dayforce to support UAT, parallel payroll, and go‑live readiness.
• Assist with system upgrades, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.
• Prepare ad‑hoc reports and respond to data‑related inquiries as required.
• Contribute to the development of a broader IT Data Strategy.

Qualifications

Who are we looking for?