Dayforce Implementation Lead

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Dayforce Implementation Lead in San Francisco, CA. Duties:

• Help lead the participation in the global payroll transformation project, transitioning payrolls from multiple vendors to a unified global provider
• Assist with UAT/Parallel testing for US and Canada
• Lead the Australia system implementation, including planning, requirements gathering, testing, data validation, cutover and go-live for the
• Partner with Technical and IT teams to support the build and implementation of approximately 15 Global integrations from third-party systems into the global payroll platform
• Critically review new global processes, to ensure local requirements are flagged and appropriately considered
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Benefits, Technical and IT teams, and external vendors to ensure data accuracy
• Assist with the migration and validation of data from legacy payroll systems into the new global payroll platform or data storage application
• Develop and document payroll processes, policies, and controls to ensure compliance with local regulations and company standards
• Enable adoption of new technology, systems and processes through change management, training and stakeholder engagement
• Prepare and present regular project updates and payroll reports to senior leadership
• Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll data and ensure robust data security practices

Requirements:

• Degree in Business or related discipline
• Professional payroll certification (e.g. CPP or similar)
• Project management certification
• 12+ years of payroll experience including at least 6+ years in a managerial capacity at a fast-paced, high volume, high growth, multinational company
• Experience working with large corporate payroll systems such as UKG, Dayforce, ADP, Workday
• Experience managing payroll for globally mobile employees and In-Country - Providers
• Experience with change management in a complex, fast-paced environment
• Experience working as part of a geographically dispersed team
• Experience in leading U.S., Canada, Australia payroll
• Proven experience leading payroll transformation or system implementation projects, ensuring seamless integration and user adoption
• Extensive stock payroll (RSU's, options, ESPP) related experience
• Excellent project management, organizational, and analytical skills
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and stakeholder management skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
• Focus on continuous improvement and standardization of payroll operations and systems
• Must be self-motivated, flexible and able to work under pressure
• Please note that explicit experience with Dayforce and navigating complex multi-national payrolls (especially Australian modern awards/compliance) is highly critical